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Alberta Innovates — Recovery Technologies Program
Funding for lower-emission hydrocarbon recovery technologies
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Latest source updateLast Update: September 19, 2026Latest change: The Recovery Technologies Program is now marked inactive and closed, and the continuous-intake materials and program-specific intake email were removed.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: September 19, 2026
Latest change: The Recovery Technologies Program is now marked inactive and closed, and the continuous-intake materials and program-specific intake email were removed.
Recovery Technologies Program moved to closed intake
The Recovery Technologies Program page now shows Program Status: Inactive and Intake Status: Closed, so applications are no longer being accepted. The continuous-intake section was removed, along with the program guide and application guide links and the program-specific intake email. The SmartSimple application portal link remains visible, but the contact and support details shown on the page are reduced compared with the prior version.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
This program supports technologies that improve hydrocarbon recovery while reducing associated emissions. Funding can be up to $2 million per project for technology development and knowledge generation projects in Alberta’s hydrocarbon sector.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Develop a new product or service
- Increase operational productivity
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Sole proprietorship
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Research
- Environment
Target groups
- Business owners / entrepreneurs
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Development of technologies that improve hydrocarbon recovery efficiency
- Projects that reduce associated emissions from hydrocarbon recovery
- New recovery processes and improved reservoir access or production tools
- Technologies for evaluating hydrocarbon recovery opportunities
Documents Needed
- Intake Form submitted in SmartSimple
- Detailed Proposal, if invited
- Investment Agreement execution materials
- Supporting information requested in the Program Guide
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Technology developers
- Industry and industrial associations
- Small and medium-sized enterprises
- R&D organizations and post-secondary institutions
- Municipalities, not-for-profits, government research labs, and individuals
Eligible expenses
- Project labour, including salaries and benefits for staff working on the project
- Materials, capital equipment, software, and capital improvements
- Travel directly related to project execution
- Subcontractor services and other project-specific external costs
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Land or building acquisitions
- Overhead charged to employee labour rates
- Routine testing and maintenance
- Passport or immigration fees
- Expenses outside the approved project scope
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta applicants are eligible.
- Applicants outside Alberta may apply if they show clear value for Alberta.
Selection criteria
- Innovation
- Execution
- Impacts
How to apply
- Step 1
- Contact a Clean Resources Project Advisor to confirm scope fit.
- Step 2
- Register on the SmartSimple online portal.
- Step 3
- Complete and submit the Intake Form in SmartSimple.
- Step 4
- Wait for review and invitation to submit a Detailed Proposal, if selected.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are first reviewed through an intake process.
- Internal staff and external reviewers assess proposals.
- Shortlisted projects may be invited to submit a Detailed Proposal.
- Successful applicants must sign an Investment Agreement before funding starts.
- Projects are managed through milestone-based reporting and reviews.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed through a continuous intake process.
- Projects may be invited to submit a Detailed Proposal after initial review.
- Alberta Innovates may share non-confidential project summaries after funding announcements.
- Successful applicants must execute an Investment Agreement.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Alberta Innovates — Recovery Technologies Program Program
What is the Alberta Innovates — Recovery Technologies Program?
This program supports technologies that improve hydrocarbon recovery while reducing associated emissions. Funding can be up to $2 million per project for technology development and knowledge generation projects in Alberta’s hydrocarbon sector.
Who is eligible for the Alberta Innovates — Recovery Technologies Program program?
To be eligible for the Alberta Innovates — Recovery Technologies Program program, you must:
TRL 3-7 technology development
Clear value for Alberta
Aligned with program priorities
What expenses are eligible under Alberta Innovates — Recovery Technologies Program?
Development of technologies that improve hydrocarbon recovery efficiency
Projects that reduce associated emissions from hydrocarbon recovery
New recovery processes and improved reservoir access or production tools
Technologies for evaluating hydrocarbon recovery opportunities
Who can I contact for more information about the Alberta Innovates — Recovery Technologies Program?
You can contact Alberta Innovates by email at EADAMIntake@AlbertaInnovates.ca.
Where is the Alberta Innovates — Recovery Technologies Program available?
The Alberta Innovates — Recovery Technologies Program program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Alberta Innovates — Recovery Technologies Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Alberta Innovates — Recovery Technologies Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Alberta Innovates — Recovery Technologies Program?
Alberta Innovates — Recovery Technologies Program is funded by Alberta Innovates