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Advancing Hydrogen – Competition 1
Funding for hydrogen innovation projects in Alberta
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 200,000 - $ 2,000,000
Timeline
- Closing date : September 6, 2022
Location
Alberta
Overview
Up to $2 million is available to support hydrogen technology projects in Alberta. The program funds projects that advance hydrogen development, deployment, and related clean energy outcomes.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Minimum amount : 200,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Closing date : September 6, 2022
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Utilities
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Public administration
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Development and deployment of hydrogen-focused technologies.
- Projects supporting Alberta’s Hydrogen Roadmap and natural gas strategy objectives.
- Technology projects in hydrogen production, storage, transport, dispensing, and end use.
- Projects involving carbon capture where it enables hydrogen production and use.
- FEED studies aligned with the competition mandate.
Documents Needed
- Clean Resources Intake form
- Detailed proposal
- Investment Agreement
- Application information for the authorized representative
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Technology developers
- Industry and industrial associations
- Small and medium-sized enterprises
- Research and development organizations
- Post-secondary institutions, municipalities, not-for-profit organizations, and government research labs
Eligible expenses
- Project labour, materials, and subcontracted services or products.
- Capital assets, capital equipment, software, and information databases.
- Project travel, including mileage, economy airfare, and accommodation.
- Other pre-approved project costs.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs incurred before the Investment Agreement is signed.
- Overhead, professional training, and professional fees not directly related to the project.
- Land or building acquisitions, meals, entertainment, hospitality, gifts, and personal travel points expenses.
- Costs for applying to government programs, routine testing and maintenance, and fines or penalties.
- Projects or activities outside the approved project scope.
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by Alberta Innovates and HCOE staff, with input from external expert reviewers.
- Only the highest-quality proposals are advanced for funding consideration.
- Applicants are notified of intake decisions and funding outcomes.
- Successful applicants must sign an Investment Agreement before funding is released.
- Funding is managed through milestone-based reporting and payment.
Additional information
- Projects with HQP capacity building in Alberta receive additional consideration.
- Collaboration with project partners is strongly encouraged.
- Projects with end-user engagement and formal partnerships receive additional consideration.
- Authentic Indigenous partnerships may qualify for a higher funding share.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Advancing Hydrogen – Competition 1 Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Advancing Hydrogen – Competition 1. This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the Advancing Hydrogen – Competition 1?
Up to $2 million is available to support hydrogen technology projects in Alberta. The program funds projects that advance hydrogen development, deployment, and related clean energy outcomes.
How much funding can be received?
Advancing Hydrogen – Competition 1 Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $2,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Advancing Hydrogen – Competition 1 program?
To be eligible for the Advancing Hydrogen – Competition 1 program, you must:
Legally able to sign the Investment Agreement.
Clear value for Alberta.
Project completes within 24 months.
What expenses are eligible under Advancing Hydrogen – Competition 1?
Development and deployment of hydrogen-focused technologies.
Projects supporting Alberta’s Hydrogen Roadmap and natural gas strategy objectives.
Technology projects in hydrogen production, storage, transport, dispensing, and end use.
Projects involving carbon capture where it enables hydrogen production and use.
FEED studies aligned with the competition mandate.
Who can I contact for more information about the Advancing Hydrogen – Competition 1?
You can contact Alberta Innovates by email at David.vandenassem@albertainnovates.ca or by phone at (587) 779-2907.
Where is the Advancing Hydrogen – Competition 1 available?
The Advancing Hydrogen – Competition 1 program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Advancing Hydrogen – Competition 1 a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Advancing Hydrogen – Competition 1 is a Partnering and Collaboration