Alberta Innovates — Bioenergy and Circular Economy
AB, Canada
Supports renewable fuels and circular economy projects
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Grant and Funding
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- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
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- Alberta Innovates
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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.
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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.
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$ 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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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- Step 1: Contact a Project Advisor
- Reach out to a Clean Resources Project Advisor to confirm if your project aligns with the program requirements.
- Step 2: Register on SmartSimple
- Create an account on the SmartSimple online application portal.
- Ensure all registration information is accurate and complete.
- Step 3: Complete and Submit Intake Form
- Fill out the Intake Form available on SmartSimple.
- Submit the completed form for review.
- Step 4: Wait for Review
- The Intake Form will be reviewed by Alberta Innovates to determine if a Detailed Proposal is needed.
- Step 5: Follow Up as Directed
- If invited, prepare and submit a Detailed Proposal through the instructions provided by the advisors.
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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.
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Mehr.Nikoo@albertainnovates.ca
780-429-9336
