Green Manufacturing and Decarbonization Funding in Alberta for 2026
Alberta offers major programs for industrial energy efficiency and net‑zero projects. Find funding for electrification, CCUS, hydrogen, and clean technology.
Across Alberta, manufacturers can access provincial and federal programs supporting green manufacturing, industrial energy efficiency, and decarbonization. Funding pathways include Emissions Reduction Alberta, TIER, Alberta Innovates, PrairiesCan, NRCan, SIF, SDTC, and NRC IRAP. This directory explains eligibility, project types, application steps, and strategies to stack grants for maximum impact.
22 opportunities available
Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
Capital Retrofits
Government of AlbertaFunding for non-emitting industrial retrofits reducing energy use and emissions
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
Grant and FundingOpenClosing Soon
Energy Management Information Systems (EMIS)
Government of AlbertaFunding for systems using energy data to reduce waste and costs
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateDigital Transformation
Grant and FundingOpen
Alberta Carbon Capture Incentive Program (ACCIP)
Government of AlbertaSupports carbon capture projects for emissions reduction in Alberta
Eligible Funding
- Up to 12% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingOpen
Regional Homebuilding Innovation Initiative (RHII) in the Prairie Provinces
Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)Supports innovative housing solutions and residential construction sector innovation
Eligible Funding
- From $200,000 to $5,000,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
Partnering and CollaborationGrant and FundingClosed
Genomic Applications Partnership Program (GAPP) — Alberta
Genome AlbertaFunding support for commercializing genomics research innovations in Canada
Eligible Funding
- From $100,000 to $2,000,000
- Up to 33% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Health care and social assistance
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Other SupportGrant and FundingLoans and Capital investmentsOpen
PrairiesCan — Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative (ARRI)
Prairies Economic Development Canada (PrairiesCan)Funding to recover Canada's aerospace sector in the Prairie region
Eligible Funding
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingClosed
ERA — Advanced Materials Challenge
Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA)Advanced Materials Challenge funds low-emissions, circular economy projects
Eligible Funding
- From $250,000 to $5,000,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingOpen
Alberta Innovates — Agri-Food and Bioindustrial Innovation Program
Alberta InnovatesFunding for agri-food and bioindustrial sector innovations
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 75% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Construction
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingOpen
Alberta Petrochemicals Incentive Program (APIP)
Government of AlbertaLarge-scale project grants for Alberta companies
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 50 $
- Up to 12% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
Grant and FundingClosed
RDAR — Irrigation Targeted Call
Results Driven Agriculture Research (RDAR)Enhance Alberta's irrigation productivity, efficiency, and environmental stewardship
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 500,000 $
- Up to 60% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
Grant and FundingClosed
Emerging Innovators Challenge
Government of AlbertaMoney for GHG emissions reduction technologies in Alberta
Eligible Funding
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Information and cultural industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingOpen
Alberta Innovates — Clean Resources
Alberta InnovatesFosters economic growth, environmental sustainability, and innovation
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingClosed
Reshaping Energy Systems
Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA)Money to strengthen energy systems in Alberta
Eligible Funding
- Minimum amount : 250,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
Artificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingClosed
ERA — 2025 Industrial Transformation Challenge
Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA)Funding innovative technologies for Alberta's industrial transformation
Eligible Funding
- From $500,000 to $15,000,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingOpen
Carbon Capture Kickstart
Government of AlbertaFunding pre-construction studies for industrial carbon capture projects in Alberta
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 5,000,000 $
- Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Public administration
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation Innovation
Grant and FundingOpen
Strategic Energy Management for Industry (SEMI)
Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA)Improve energy efficiency and reduce emissions
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Construction
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and ClimateConstruction and Renovation
Tax CreditsOpen
Capital Investment Tax Credit (CITC)
Government of AlbertaTax credit supporting Alberta manufacturing and tourism infrastructure investments
Eligible Funding
- From $1,000,000 to $5,000,000
- Up to 10% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Manufacturing
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
- Accommodation and food services
Types of eligible projects
Environment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingOpen
Alberta Innovates — Energy Storage and Minerals
Alberta InnovatesApply to the Energy Storage and Minerals Program to develop next-gen sustainable materials and critical minerals.
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and ClimateInnovation
Grant and FundingClosed
ERA — Expanded Technologies Pilot
Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA)Alberta businesses propose effective, commercially viable energy technologies
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 250,000 $
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
Grant and FundingOpen
Technology Funding
Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA)Money for innovative technology projects
Eligible Funding
- No Condition
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
TechnologyEnvironment and Climate
Grant and FundingClosed
Energy Savings for Business Program
Government of AlbertaFunding for Alberta SMEs to improve efficiency
Eligible Funding
- From $500 to $250,000
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Retail trade
Types of eligible projects
Environment and Climate
Grant and FundingClosed
Alberta Innovates — Bitumen Beyond Combustion (BBC) Program
Alberta InnovatesTransform Alberta's oil sands into high-value, non-combustion products, enhancing economic potential and sustainability
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Manufacturing
Types of eligible projects
CommercializationTechnologyEnvironment and Climate
Frequently asked questions about green manufacturing and decarbonization funding in Alberta
Here are concise answers to common questions about Alberta grants for industrial energy efficiency, electrification, CCUS, hydrogen, and clean technology projects.
Which grants support industrial energy efficiency in Alberta?
How do matching funds and stacking limits work?
Are feasibility and engineering studies fundable?
What technologies are priorities for 2026?
Can SMEs in Calgary or Edmonton apply?
Do grants cover grid interconnection and electrical upgrades?
How is GHG reduction calculated for applications?
Can I combine grants with PPAs, loans, or tax credits?
What are typical timelines from intake to approval?
Do programs support ISO 50001 and energy management systems?
What else should I know about Grants for Green Manufacturing and Decarbonization in Alberta?
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