ERA — Advanced Materials Challenge AB Canada

ERA — Advanced Materials Challenge

Baku, AB, Canada
Advanced Materials Challenge funds low-emissions, circular economy projects
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  • Mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction
  • Manufacturing
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
  • Other services (except public administration)
  • Public administration
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  • Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA)
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The Advanced Materials Challenge offers up to $40 million for projects focused on shaping the circular economy and creating low emissions products, targeting areas such as concrete, plastics, and carbon materials. Eligible activities include scale-up, pilot demonstration, and first-of-kind commercial implementations in Alberta.

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This grant is available to applicants globally, but the technology must be piloted, demonstrated, or deployed in Alberta to fulfill the application requirements. The allowance for global applicants emphasizes Alberta's strategy to attract diverse innovations.
  • Open to global applicants, provided the project is executed in Alberta, Canada.

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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements that focus on the profile of the applicant and the location and nature of the proposed project.
  • The technology solutions must be piloted, demonstrated, or deployed in Alberta, Canada.
  • Applicants can originate from anywhere globally but must demonstrate a clear value proposition for Alberta.
  • The applicant types include innovators, technology developers, commercial and industrial building owners, municipalities, Indigenous communities, associations, SMEs, universities, not-for-profits, and others.
  • Projects must align with the purpose of shaping the circular economy and creating low emissions products.
  • The minimum funding request must be $250,000, and ERA's contribution will not exceed 50% of the project's eligible expenses.
  • Applicants are encouraged to form partnerships with Alberta's post-secondary and research institutions, Indigenous communities, co-operative organizations, and municipalities.

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Innovators, technology developers, commercial and industrial building owners, municipalities, Indigenous communities, associations, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), research and development organizations, universities, not-for-profit organizations, and others are invited to apply. While technology solutions can originate from anywhere globally, they must be piloted, demonstrated, or deployed in Alberta. Applicants are not required to be in Alberta, but all applicants must demonstrate a clear value proposition for the province.

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This grant does not specify any explicit exclusions for companies or industries that cannot apply. However, it emphasizes that proposed projects must align with the goal of supporting transformative opportunities compatible with decarbonization strategies.

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This grant supports projects geared towards advancing the circular economy and reducing emissions through innovative materials technologies. Eligible activities include the development, scaling, and demonstration of new technologies that enhance resource efficiency and lower carbon footprints across various material sectors.
  • Production of non-combustion products from bitumen or other hydrocarbons.
  • Development of circular plastics technologies and advanced recycling processes.
  • Creation of compostable or biodegradable bioplastic materials.
  • Utilization of carbon dioxide or other GHGs in the creation of valuable and permanently sequestered products.
  • Increase in materials performance and reduction of embodied carbon in construction materials.
  • Development of novel chemical processes and catalysts to enhance industrial efficiency.
  • Advancements in waste-to-value solutions for various industrial and municipal waste streams.
  • Exploration and production of critical minerals like lithium and vanadium.
  • Development of biomaterials and green building products.

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The grant covers specific project expenses necessary for the execution and commercialization of proposed technologies.
  • Costs associated with the field testing, demonstration, or first-of-kind implementation stages of the project.
  • Expenses related to the scale-up of prototypes to pilot-scale and in-field testing.
  • Development and operation costs for near- or full-commercial-scale systems in an operational environment.
  • Design, construction, and operational costs for first-of-kind commercial deployment of technology.
  • Materials and equipment purchases essential for project advancement.

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The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on specific criteria to ensure that they meet the strategic objectives of the initiative.
  • Compatibility with decarbonization strategies and potential to achieve substantial emissions reductions.
  • Demonstration of a clear value proposition for Alberta and its manufacturing and resource sectors.
  • Potential to increase the competitiveness of Alberta’s industries and grow new provincial industries with export potential.
  • Readiness for field pilot, demonstration, or first-of-kind commercial implementation by project completion.
  • Alignment with focus areas that support the circular economy and low-emissions product development.
  • Innovative and transformative nature of the proposed technology or solution.

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Here are the steps to submit an application for this grant:
  • Step 1: Register for Webinar
    • Participate in the informational webinar on November 27 from 1-2 p.m. MST (UTC-7h) to gain comprehensive insights into the application process and guidelines.
    • Access the relevant links provided to further understand the application requirements.
  • Step 2: Review Guidelines and Templates
    • Carefully review the "Call for Expressions of Interest Guidelines".
    • Understand the "Eligible Expense and Cost Instructions" to ensure all costs are compliant.
    • Familiarize yourself with the "Privacy, Confidentiality, Data, and Security Policy".
    • Download and use the "Expression of Interest Template" for your application.
  • Step 3: Determine Eligibility and Partnerships
    • Ensure your project and organization fall under the eligibility criteria outlined.
    • Consider forming partnerships with Alberta’s post-secondary institutions, Indigenous communities, and local businesses to strengthen your application.
  • Step 4: Prepare Expression of Interest (EOI)
    • Draft the EOI focusing on compatibility with the circular economy and low emissions objectives.
    • Highlight how your project aligns with the focus areas, and its potential for emissions reduction.
  • Step 5: Submit Expression of Interest
    • Prepare all necessary documentation using the provided template.
    • Submit the EOI by the deadline at 5 p.m. MST on January 22, 2025, ensuring it meets all submission requirements.
  • Step 6: Await Response
    • Wait for confirmation of submission and any follow-up communication from ERA.
    • Prepare for possible requests for additional information or interviews during the review process.

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