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Alberta Innovates — Recovery Technologies Program
Funding for lower-emission hydrocarbon recovery technologies
Last Update: April 10, 2026
Funding available
$ 2,000,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
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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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Implement environmental initiatives
- Develop a new product or service
- Increase operational productivity
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 2,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
- For-profit business
- Sole proprietorship
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
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Validate your eligibility
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
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.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about the Alberta Innovates — Recovery Technologies Program Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the Alberta Innovates — Recovery Technologies Program. 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 — 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.
How much funding can be received?
Alberta Innovates — Recovery Technologies Program Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $2,000,000 per project.
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 CleanEnergyIntake@AlbertaInnovates.ca or by phone at none.
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