Renewable and Alternative Energy Program

Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific requirements related to the applicant's profile and proposed activities.

• Funding is open to all categories of lead applicant including technology developers, industry, industrial associations, small and medium-sized enterprises, research and development (R&D) organizations, post-secondary institutions, municipalities, not-for-profit organizations, government research labs, individuals and others advancing technology development within a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) range of 3-7.
• Applicants are not required to be based in Alberta, but must demonstrate a clear value proposition for the Province and alignment to the program area priorities.
• Successful applicants must be legally able to execute the Investment Agreement.

Who is eligible?

Who is not eligible

There are specific types of companies that are not eligible for this grant:

• Alberta-based organizations are not eligible.

Eligible expenses

This grant is oriented towards the development and deployment of clean technologies to aid Alberta's transition to a low-carbon economy. The activities focus on enhancing electricity systems using innovative, sustainable solutions.

• Grid modernization projects, including smart grid initiatives.
• Energy storage solutions to support integration of intermittent energy sources.
• Development of low-emitting electricity generation technologies, including geothermal, nuclear, solar, and wind energy.

Eligible geographic areas

Funding is open to applicants from various geographical areas, underscoring the program's inclusivity of diverse locations. The program does not limit eligibility to Alberta-based companies as long as projects demonstrate value to the province.

• Applicants are not required to be based in Alberta.

The evaluation and selection of projects for this grant are based on specific criteria in three major categories to ensure alignment with the program's objectives.

• Innovation - Assessment of the novelty and uniqueness of the proposed technology or approach.
• Execution - Evaluation of the project's implementation plan, including feasibility and the expertise of the project team.
• Impacts - Consideration of the potential economic, environmental, and social benefits, particularly focusing on contributions to Alberta's low-carbon economy.

Here are additional relevant details for this grant:

• The grant program supports projects within a Technology Readiness Level (TRL) range of 3-7.
• Legal capacity to execute the Investment Agreement is required for successful applicants.