Alberta Innovates — Land and Biodiversity Program
AB, Canada
Leverage the Land and Biodiversity Program to drive sustainable practices in Alberta's natural resource development and enhance biodiversity.
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Grant and Funding
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- Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Utilities
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
- Educational services
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- Alberta Innovates
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The Land and Biodiversity Program in Alberta funds projects aimed at reducing the environmental impact of natural resource development and maintaining or improving biodiversity within the province. Eligible activities include innovations in minimizing industrial footprints, improving remediation practices for sectors such as oil, gas, coal, renewable energy, forestry, agriculture, and mining, as well as biodiversity conservation efforts like protecting threatened ecosystems and promoting climate change adaptation. Funding is available to a wide range of applicants, including technology developers, industry, SMEs, academic institutions, and not-for-profit organizations.
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$ 240,000
Implement a solar energy system for sustainable forestry operations
$ 120,000
Develop a machine learning model to predict soil erosion
$ 144,000
Improve water quality in urban streams affected by industrial runoff
$ 400,000
Develop an innovative bioremediation technique for oil spill clean-up
$ 160,000
Restore wetlands crucial for bird migration using innovative techniques
$ 80,000
Promote climate change adaptation practices among small-scale farmers
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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's profile and proposed activities.
- The applicant can be from among technology developers, industry, industrial associations, small and medium-sized enterprises, research and development (R&D) organizations, post-secondary institutions, municipalities, not-for-profit organizations, government research labs, or individuals.
- Applicants are not required to be based in Alberta but must demonstrate a clear value proposition for the province.
- Applicants must be legally able to execute the Investment Agreement.
- Projects must be advancing technology development within a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) range of 3-7.
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This grant is open to a wide range of applicants aiming to develop sustainable practices in natural resource development and biodiversity in Alberta.
- Technology developers working on innovative environmental solutions.
- Industry players looking to reduce their environmental footprint.
- Industrial associations interested in sustainable practices.
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) advancing in technology readiness levels 3-7.
- Research and development organizations conducting environmental innovation related work.
- Post-secondary institutions focusing on environmental research and innovation.
- Municipalities aiming for sustainable development practices.
- Not-for-profit organizations engaged in environmental conservation.
- Government research labs facilitating biodiversity and sustainability.
- Individuals or sole proprietors innovating in environmental practices.
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There are eligible expenses for this grant, which include costs directly attributable to the performance of the agreed-upon projects. These expenses must be critical to the project's execution as outlined in the application.
- Labour: Salary and benefits for individuals working specifically on the project
- Materials: Reasonable material costs
- Capital Assets & Software: Capital improvements, capital equipment, software or information databases
- Travel: Travel expenses including mileage, low economy airfare, meals, and accommodation for project purposes
- Sub-contractors: Services or products of another entity
- Other: Costs which Alberta Innovates pre-approves in writing as eligible
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This grant does not restrict eligibility to specific geographical areas. Companies from any location can apply, provided they align with the program priorities and demonstrate benefits for Alberta.
- Open to all geographical areas worldwide as long as they provide clear value to Alberta.
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The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on specific criteria in three major categories that ensure alignment with the program’s objectives.
- Innovation: Assessment of the innovation and originality of the project proposal.
- Execution: Evaluation of the feasibility and clarity of the implementation plan.
- Impacts: Analysis of the alignment with the grant’s strategic goals and potential impact on the targeted environment or sector.
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Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
- Step 1: Contact a Project Advisor
- Identify a Clean Resources Project Advisor from the provided contact list.
- Engage with the advisor to ensure your project aligns with the program requirements and priorities.
- Step 2: Register on SmartSimple
- Create an account on the Alberta Innovates Application Portal, SmartSimple.
- Enter basic organizational details for registration.
- Step 3: Complete and Submit Intake Form
- Access the Clean Resources Continuous Intake Form on the SmartSimple portal.
- Fill in the required details accurately, focusing on project scope and alignment with the program's priorities.
- Submit the completed Intake Form for review.
- Step 4: Wait for Intake Form Review
- Your Intake Form will be reviewed to determine eligibility for progressing to a Detailed Proposal.
- If successful, you will be invited to submit a Detailed Proposal.
- Step 5: Submit Detailed Proposal (If Invited)
- Prepare a comprehensive project proposal including objectives, methodologies, and expected outcomes.
- Submit the Detailed Proposal through the SmartSimple portal by the specified deadline.
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- Ensure biodiversity is maintained or enhanced in Alberta.
- Projects must show a clear value proposition for Alberta.
- Applicants must register on SmartSimple to apply.
- Alberta Innovates provides project management and funding based on milestone achievement.
- Projects funded up to $2 million, typically 25-50% of project costs.
- Engagement with Alberta’s post-secondary and research institutions is encouraged.
- Focus on economic, environmental, and GHG emission reduction impacts.
- Project proposals undergo a review process involving internal and external evaluators.
- Public reporting of final project outcomes is required, with confidentiality maintained.
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780.429.7650
