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Energy Management Information Systems (EMIS)
Funding for EMIS upgrades in Alberta industry
Latest source updateLast Update: May 1, 2026Latest change: The EMIS page now directs applicants to an expression-of-interest waitlist and adds updated portal steps for waitlisted activities.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: May 1, 2026
Latest change: The EMIS page now directs applicants to an expression-of-interest waitlist and adds updated portal steps for waitlisted activities.
EMIS waitlist application update
The EMIS program update now describes a waitlist and expression-of-interest flow instead of only a closing notice. It also adds dashboard instructions, including how to select the waitlisted activity and submit the form for review. The main program details, funding terms, and contact information appear unchanged, but the guidance for how applicants proceed when a seat opens has been updated.
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
March 19, 2026
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
This program provides funding to help Alberta industrial and manufacturing facilities implement energy management information systems. It supports EMIS installations or upgrades to improve energy tracking, efficiency, and decision-making.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Optimize production processes
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Installation of a new Energy Management Information System.
- Upgrade of an existing Energy Management Information System.
- Implementation of recognized energy management systems, including ISO 50001-compliant and ISO 50001-certified systems.
Documents Needed
- Facility Readiness Assessment completion.
- EMIS application.
- Proposal from an eligible contractor.
- Signed terms and conditions.
- Completion documents and invoices.
Official resources
Program guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Industrial and manufacturing facilities.
- For-profit organizations, not-for-profits, and Indigenous organizations.
- Businesses operating in Alberta.
Who is not eligible
- Facilities in administrative and support sectors.
- Businesses that are insolvent.
- Applicants without an owned or leased eligible facility.
Eligible expenses
- Energy savings assessment costs, including metering, data collection, and analysis.
- Engineering design, permits, inspections, procurement, installation, commissioning, hardware and software purchases, and subscription fees.
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Costs not directly required to purchase or install the EMIS.
- Costs incurred before October 16, 2024 or after March 31, 2027.
- Facility expansion, aesthetic improvements, operation and maintenance costs.
- Costs already funded by other Canadian government sources, plus GST and provincial sales taxes.
- Warranties, insurance, overhead, internal costs, SEMI documents, and contingency costs above the allowed limit.
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta, Canada.
How to apply
- Step 1: Register on the SEMI portal and complete a Facility Readiness Assessment.
- Create or sign in to your account.
- Submit the required facility information and assessment details.
- Step 2: Submit the EMIS application.
- Upload the application through the portal.
- Include the contractor proposal aligned with the FRA recommendations.
- Step 3: Review and sign the terms and conditions.
- Wait for pre-approval notification.
- Sign and upload the completed agreement.
- Step 4: Implement the EMIS and submit close-out documents.
- Complete the project before the required date.
- Submit completion documents, invoices, and supporting information through the portal.
Processing and Agreement
- ERA’s service provider reviews the application and may request more information.
- Applicants receive a pre-approval notification with the estimated incentive.
- A signed terms and conditions agreement is required before implementation.
- Invoices and completion documents are reviewed before payment is processed.
- ERA may also verify the installation through site access and follow-up reviews.
Additional information
- Applications are currently on a waitlist due to high demand.
- An approved contractor must be registered with the SEMI portal.
- In-kind contributions may be used to offset part of the co-funding requirement.
- Other government funding must be disclosed.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Energy Management Information Systems (EMIS) Program
What is the Energy Management Information Systems (EMIS)?
This program provides funding to help Alberta industrial and manufacturing facilities implement energy management information systems. It supports EMIS installations or upgrades to improve energy tracking, efficiency, and decision-making.
Who is eligible for the Energy Management Information Systems (EMIS) program?
To be eligible for the Energy Management Information Systems (EMIS) program, you must:
Facility in Alberta.
At least one year in operation.
Completed Facility Readiness Assessment.
What expenses are eligible under Energy Management Information Systems (EMIS)?
Installation of a new Energy Management Information System.
Upgrade of an existing Energy Management Information System.
Implementation of recognized energy management systems, including ISO 50001-compliant and ISO 50001-certified systems.
Where is the Energy Management Information Systems (EMIS) available?
The Energy Management Information Systems (EMIS) program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Energy Management Information Systems (EMIS) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Energy Management Information Systems (EMIS) is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Energy Management Information Systems (EMIS)?
Energy Management Information Systems (EMIS) is funded by Government of Alberta, Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA)