Alberta Innovates — Bioenergy and Circular Economy

Q: How much funding can be received?

There is no informations about how much funding can be received.

Q: What is the deadline to apply?

The deadline to apply is not specified.

Q: Is the Alberta Innovates — Bioenergy and Circular Economy a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Alberta Innovates — Bioenergy and Circular Economy is a Grant and Funding

Q: Who are the financial supporters of the Alberta Innovates — Bioenergy and Circular Economy?

Alberta Innovates — Bioenergy and Circular Economy is funded by Alberta Innovates

Q: Who can I contact for more information about the Alberta Innovates — Bioenergy and Circular Economy?

You can contact Alberta Innovates by email at Mehr.Nikoo@albertainnovates.ca or by phone at 780-429-9336.

Q: Where is the Alberta Innovates — Bioenergy and Circular Economy available?

The Alberta Innovates — Bioenergy and Circular Economy program is available the province of AB.

Q: Are startups eligible for the Alberta Innovates — Bioenergy and Circular Economy program?

Yes, startups are eligible to apply for the Alberta Innovates — Bioenergy and Circular Economy program.

Last Update: July 22, 2025

AB, Canada

Supports renewable fuels and circular economy projects

At a glance

Eligible Funding

No Condition

Timeline

Unspecified

Financing Type

Grant and Funding

Eligible Industries

Manufacturing
Professional, scientific and technical services
Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services

Funds Providers

Unspecified

Program status

Open

Overview

The Bioenergy and Circular Economy program supports projects that focus on renewable fuels, waste conversion, and building a circular economy in plastics, with funding open continuously for innovative initiatives within a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) of 3-7. Eligible applicants include various entities such as technology developers, SMEs, and academic institutions, provided they demonstrate alignment with Alberta's bioenergy priorities while leveraging existing oil and gas infrastructure.

Activities funded

The Bioenergy and Circular Economy program supports projects focused on advancing technology development in renewable fuels, waste conversion, and building a circular economy, particularly in plastics. It aims to leverage Alberta's existing oil and gas infrastructure to support initiatives that mitigate environmental impacts and add value to existing products.

Development of biofuels, biogases, and synthetic fuels, including sustainable aviation fuels.
Advancement of waste conversion technologies focused on reducing consumer, industrial, and agricultural solid waste.
Implementation of plastic recycling technologies to develop circular plastic solutions.
Projects optimizing the economic value from residual biomass and waste streams.
Innovative waste management solutions, such as cannabis waste management and gasification of coal by-products.

Examples of admissible projects:

$ 50,000

Implementing a new solar panel energy system

$ 30,000

Renovation of an independent bookstore's interior design

$ 75,000

Launching a community-driven local food distribution network

$ 80,000

Developing an art gallery dedicated to Indigenous artists

$ 60,000

Launching an online mental health support platform

$ 150,000

Creating a nature-inspired wellness retreat destination

Eligibility

Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's profile and proposed activities.

Funding is open to technology developers, industries, industrial associations, small and medium-sized enterprises, research and development (R&D) organizations, post-secondary institutions, municipalities, not-for-profit organizations, government research labs, individuals, and others advancing technology development.
The project should be within a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) range of 3-7.
Applicants are not required to be based in Alberta, but must demonstrate a clear value proposition for the Province and alignment to the program area priorities.
The applicant must be legally able to execute the Investment Agreement.

Who is eligible?

Funding is open to various applicants including technology developers, industry, industrial associations, SMEs, R&D organizations, post-secondary institutions, municipalities, not-for-profits, government labs, individuals, and others advancing technology within a TRL range of 3-7. Applicants do not need to be based in Alberta but must demonstrate a value proposition for the province and alignment to program priorities.

Eligible geographic areas

This grant program does not impose geographical restrictions, allowing organizations globally to apply, provided they demonstrate a clear value proposition for Alberta. Applicants must align with the program's priority areas in bioenergy and circular economy.

No geographical restrictions; open to global applicants.

Selection criteria

The evaluation and selection of projects for the Bioenergy and Circular Economy grant are based on specific criteria detailed during the review process by Alberta Innovates.

Innovation: The novel aspect and originality of the proposed technology or project concept.
Execution: Feasibility and practical implementation strategy of the project.
Impacts: Expected environmental, economic, and social outcomes and alignment with program priorities.

How to apply

Contact a Project Advisor

Reach out to a Clean Resources Project Advisor to confirm if your project aligns with the program requirements.

Register on SmartSimple

Create an account on the SmartSimple online application portal.
Ensure all registration information is accurate and complete.

Complete and Submit Intake Form

Fill out the Intake Form available on SmartSimple.
Submit the completed form for review.

Wait for Review

The Intake Form will be reviewed by Alberta Innovates to determine if a Detailed Proposal is needed.

Follow Up as Directed

If invited, prepare and submit a Detailed Proposal through the instructions provided by the advisors.

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

The intake process operates on a continuous basis, meaning proposals can be submitted at any time.
Alberta Innovates uses both internal and external reviewers to evaluate applications, based on their expertise in specific subject matters and business.
The evaluation process considers innovation, execution, and impacts as major criteria categories.
Contacting a Clean Resources Project Advisor is recommended to ensure the project scope meets the program requirements before submitting an application.
Applicants must be legally capable of executing an Investment Agreement if successful.

Contacts

Mehr.Nikoo@albertainnovates.ca

780-429-9336

Apply to this program

Frequently Asked Questions about the Alberta Innovates — Bioenergy and Circular Economy Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Alberta Innovates — Bioenergy and Circular Economy. 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 Alberta Innovates — Bioenergy and Circular Economy?

How much funding can be received?

What is the deadline to apply?

Is the Alberta Innovates — Bioenergy and Circular Economy a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Who are the financial supporters of the Alberta Innovates — Bioenergy and Circular Economy?

Who is eligible for the Alberta Innovates — Bioenergy and Circular Economy program?

To be eligible for the Alberta Innovates — Bioenergy and Circular Economy program, you must: Funding is open to technology developers, industry, industrial associations, R&D organizations, post-secondary institutions, municipalities, not-for-profit organizations, government research labs, and individuals advancing technology development within Technology Readiness Level 3-7. Applicants must demonstrate a clear value proposition for the Province of Alberta and alignment with program area priorities. Successful applicants must be legally able to execute the Investment Agreement.