Reshaping Energy Systems
At a glance
- From 250,000$ to 10,000,000$
- 50% of project cost
- Open Date : April 24, 2023
- Closing date : June 15, 2023
- All industries
- Government of Alberta
- Emissions Reduction Alberta
Overview
Eligibility criteria
The eligibility criteria for this grant include:
- Innovators, technology developers, Indigenous communities, industrial facility owners/operators, SMEs, R&D organizations, universities, municipalities, not-for-profit organizations, government research labs, and individuals are invited to apply.
- Collaboration between multiple organizations is encouraged, and projects must demonstrate a clear value proposition for reducing GHG emissions or enabling the transition to a net-zero economy in Alberta.
Who is eligible
Eligible types of companies for this grant include innovators, technology developers, Indigenous communities, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), research and development organizations, municipalities, not-for-profit organizations, and more.
- Innovators
- Technology developers
- Indigenous communities
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
- Research and development (R&D) organizations
- Municipalities
- Not-for-profit organizations
Eligible expenses
There are eligible expenses for this grant. Eligible expenses include but are not limited to:
- Costs related to innovation and technology development
- Operational expenses for field piloting, commercial demonstration, or first-of-kind commercial implementation
- Travel and communication expenses directly related to the project
- Costs for project monitoring and reporting
Eligible projects & activities
There are eligible projects and activities for this grant. Innovators and organizations can apply for funding to support various initiatives related to reshaping energy systems, including electricity transmission and distribution innovation, integrating net-zero buildings, energy storage technologies, digital solutions for energy management, novel zero-emissions vehicle infrastructure, and more.
- Electricity transmission and distribution innovation
- Integrating net-zero and net-zero-ready buildings
- Energy storage technologies
- Digital solutions for energy management
- Novel zero-emissions vehicle infrastructure
Eligible geographic areas
Projects supported through this grant must be piloted, demonstrated, or deployed in Alberta to demonstrate value proposition for reducing GHG emissions or enabling the transition to a net-zero economy.
- Projects must be located in Alberta
Evaluation & selection criteria
yes
- Submissions are selected through ERA’s competitive review process.
- A team of experts in science, engineering, business development, commercialization, financing, and GHG quantification conducts an independent, rigorous, transparent review overseen by a Fairness Monitor.
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the Call for Expressions of Interest Guidelines provided on the ERA website
- Step 2: Complete and submit the Call for Expressions of Interest Template by the deadline
- Step 3: Ensure that the proposal aligns with the focus areas and project development stages outlined in the guidelines
- Step 4: Await the competitive review process by ERA experts and Fairness Monitor
- Step 5: If selected, be prepared to produce a final outcomes report and share project outcomes publicly
Grant Summary: Up to $50 Million Reshaping Energy Systems Funding Competition
Reshaping Energy Systems Funding Competition Explained:
The Reshaping Energy Systems funding competition, with up to $50 million available, aims to modernize and strengthen Alberta's energy systems by supporting projects that enhance energy infrastructure reliability, cost-effectiveness, and efficiency. Innovators across various sectors, including technology developers, Indigenous communities, SMEs, and research institutions, are encouraged to apply for funding to drive the transition to net-zero emissions through innovative energy solutions.
Projects of interest span various focus areas such as electricity transmission innovation, energy storage, smart grid solutions, net-zero buildings integration, zero-emission vehicle infrastructure, and more. Eligible applicants can receive funding for field piloting, commercial demonstration, or first-of-kind commercial implementation, with a deadline for submissions set for June 15, 2023. Successful applicants may receive up to $10 million, provided with a minimum request of $250,000, to support projects aligned with Alberta's transition to a net-zero economy.
This initiative, sourced from the Government of Alberta's TIER fund, underscores the importance of collaborative efforts to reshape energy systems, reduce GHG emissions, and create sustainable energy solutions for the future.
