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Clean tech scale-up

Help to scale a British Columbia clean tech company
Last Update: March 4, 2026
Funding available
No Condition
Timeline
  • Open continuously
Location
British Columbia, Canada

Overview

Mentorship, expert advice and facilitated introductions to help you make a soft landing in 10 major global markets for clean tech.

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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Reduce environmental footprint
  • Access new markets
  • Launch or market a product/service
Eligible Funding
  • No Condition
Timeline
  • Open continuously

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
  • Utilities
  • Manufacturing
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
Location
  • British Columbia
Legal structures
  • For-profit business
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • 500 employees maximum
Audience
  • Startups

Next steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

The Cleantech Program is designed to support BC-based cleantech companies in their pursuit of international market expansion and growth. The eligible projects focus on providing comprehensive support in various areas crucial for scaling up and internationalization.

  • Assistance in marketing strategy development and execution.
  • Support in navigating sales cycles and securing international customers.
  • Business development services to establish strategic partnerships.
  • Financial due diligence and investor readiness consulting.
  • Facilitating connections with governmental entities and peers in the cleantech sector.
  • Networking opportunities with investors and other cleantech companies.
  • Advisory support for entering target international markets such as Mexico, Singapore, India, and Northern Europe.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

Eligible applicants for the Alacrity BC Cleantech Initiative are BC-based cleantech companies that are small to medium-sized enterprises, employing no more than 500 people. These companies must have a product or service that is ready for market (TRL 6 or higher) and exhibit interest in pursuing international business opportunities in target markets such as Mexico, Singapore (ASEAN), India, and Northern Europe.

Eligible expenses

This grant focuses on supporting British Columbia-based cleantech companies as they seek international growth and expansion. Eligible projects aim to enhance various aspects of business operations to facilitate entry into foreign markets.

  • Marketing strategies to promote cleantech innovations globally.
  • Sales initiatives targeting international customers and markets.
  • Business development activities to establish partnerships and alliances.
  • Financial due diligence to attract potential investors and stakeholders.
  • International growth plans for market entries in Mexico, Singapore, India, and Northern Europe.

Eligible geographic areas

This program is available to cleantech companies based in British Columbia, Canada. It focuses on fostering growth and facilitating entry into international markets.

  • British Columbia, Canada

Additional information

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

  • The Alacrity Cleantech Program supports companies in scaling and competing globally by fostering connections with investors and governmental entities.
  • The program provides flexible services that are tailored based on the needs of the portfolio companies.
  • Through a robust network of in-market advisors, companies get insights and guidance on navigating international market entry challenges.
  • Companies benefit from networking opportunities with other cleantech firms, investors, and government actors.
  • The program helps companies improve investor readiness and financial due diligence.
  • Engagement from participating companies is encouraged to maximize the benefits of the program.

Contacts

Frequently Asked Questions about the Clean tech scale-up Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the Clean tech scale-up. 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 Clean tech scale-up?

Mentorship, expert advice and facilitated introductions to help you make a soft landing in 10 major global markets for clean tech.

Who is eligible for the Clean tech scale-up program?

To be eligible for the Clean tech scale-up program, you must: The company must be based in British Columbia. The company must employ no more than 500 people. The company must have a product or service developed that is ready to sell (TRL 6 or higher).

What expenses are eligible under Clean tech scale-up?

The Cleantech Program is designed to support BC-based cleantech companies in their pursuit of international market expansion and growth. The eligible projects focus on providing comprehensive support in various areas crucial for scaling up and internationalization. Assistance in marketing strategy development and execution. Support in navigating sales cycles and securing international customers. Business development services to establish strategic partnerships. Financial due diligence and investor readiness consulting. Facilitating connections with governmental entities and peers in the cleantech sector. Networking opportunities with investors and other cleantech companies. Advisory support for entering target international markets such as Mexico, Singapore, India, and Northern Europe.

Who can I contact for more information about the Clean tech scale-up?

You can contact Alacrity Canada by email at cleantech@alacritycanada.com.

Where is the Clean tech scale-up available?

The Clean tech scale-up program is available the province of British Columbia.

Who are the financial supporters of the Clean tech scale-up?

Clean tech scale-up is funded by Alacrity Canada