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ERA — Expanded Technologies Pilot

Supports Alberta businesses testing new energy technologies
Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA)
Last Update: April 9, 2026
Funding available
$ 250,000
Timeline
  • Closing date : September 30, 2023
Location
Alberta, Canada

Overview

Supports Alberta businesses piloting commercial technologies not currently covered by ESB. Funding can cover eligible installations, retrofits, and equipment upgrades that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, up to $250,000 per project and 50% of eligible costs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Implement environmental initiatives
  • Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
  • Maximum amount : 250,000 $
  • Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
  • Closing date : September 30, 2023

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • Utilities
  • Construction
  • Manufacturing
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
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, retrofit, or equipment upgrade projects.
  • Projects that improve energy efficiency or energy conservation.
  • Projects using waste heat recovery, on-site renewable energy, on-site CO2 recovery, or fuel switching.
  • One-to-one system replacements or isolated technology upgrades.

Documents Needed

  • Completed Expression of Interest form.
  • Completed Full Project Proposal form, if invited to the next stage.
  • Project Partner Acknowledgement Form for each project partner.
  • Supporting technical appendices requested by ERA, such as specification sheets or GHG calculations.
  • Budget narrative and supporting funding-request details.

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Technology developers.
  • Product and service providers.
  • Equipment installers and engineering firms.
  • Commercial energy auditors.
  • Facility owners and operators.

Who is not eligible

  • Public authorities and publicly owned entities.
  • Businesses receiving more than 50% of annual revenue from a public authority.
  • Projects already funded by ESB, ERA, TIER, the repealed Climate Leadership Act, or Pan-Canadian Framework programs.
  • Grid-connected solar PV projects under the Alberta Microgeneration Regulation.
  • Routine maintenance, standard business practice, or legally required projects.

Eligible expenses

  • Energy modelling and engineering design.
  • Equipment purchase, procurement, construction, and installation labour.
  • Interconnection costs, permits, inspections, and commissioning.
  • Measurement and verification costs required by the project.
  • Disposal or decommissioning of replaced equipment.

Ineligible Costs and Activities

  • Costs not directly required to design, purchase, or install the technology system.
  • Repairs, refurbishing, facility preparation, aesthetic improvements, and equipment upkeep.
  • GST, provincial sales taxes, warranties, insurance, overhead, administrative, and internal costs.
  • Costs to complete ETP documents.
  • Costs incurred before December 1, 2021, or funded by another third party.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Alberta

Processing and Agreement

  • EOIs are reviewed by internal and third-party experts for eligibility and fit with the program.
  • If the EOI is approved, ERA requests a Full Project Proposal.
  • FPPs are reviewed and scored by a committee of internal and third-party experts.
  • Successful applicants receive a Contribution Agreement or a decision letter.
  • After completion, ERA reviews project documentation and may conduct a virtual or in-person site visit before payment is issued.

Additional information

  • All current funding has been awarded, and the program is no longer open for applications.
  • EOIs submitted during the published wait-list window were reviewed in the order received.

Contacts

ETP@esbprogram.ca
1-844-407-0025

Frequently Asked Questions about the ERA — Expanded Technologies Pilot Program

Here are answers to the most common questions about the ERA — Expanded Technologies Pilot. 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 ERA — Expanded Technologies Pilot?

Supports Alberta businesses piloting commercial technologies not currently covered by ESB. Funding can cover eligible installations, retrofits, and equipment upgrades that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, up to $250,000 per project and 50% of eligible costs.

How much funding can be received?

ERA — Expanded Technologies Pilot Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $250,000 per project.

Who is eligible for the ERA — Expanded Technologies Pilot program?

To be eligible for the ERA — Expanded Technologies Pilot program, you must: Private business in Alberta Commercialized emissions-reducing technology Required site authority and permits

What expenses are eligible under ERA — Expanded Technologies Pilot?

Installation, retrofit, or equipment upgrade projects. Projects that improve energy efficiency or energy conservation. Projects using waste heat recovery, on-site renewable energy, on-site CO2 recovery, or fuel switching. One-to-one system replacements or isolated technology upgrades.

Who can I contact for more information about the ERA — Expanded Technologies Pilot?

You can contact Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA) by email at ETP@esbprogram.ca or by phone at 1-844-407-0025.

Where is the ERA — Expanded Technologies Pilot available?

The ERA — Expanded Technologies Pilot program is available the province of Alberta.

Is the ERA — Expanded Technologies Pilot a grant, loan, or tax credit?

ERA — Expanded Technologies Pilot is a Grant and Funding

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