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Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream - Canada
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Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream

Supports priority clean electricity projects in Canada
Offered by
Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)
Official source: natural-resources.canada.ca
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Provincial governments.
See full eligibility

Overview

Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program - Critical Regional Priorities supports priority clean electricity projects that help provinces and territories decarbonize their electricity systems. It supports deployment-ready renewable energy, energy storage, grid modernization, transmission infrastructure, and related pre-development activities identified by provincial or territorial governments.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.

At a glance

Funding available

Financing goals
  • Increase production or service capacity
  • Implement environmental initiatives
  • Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
  • Varies by project
Funds Providers

Eligible candidates

Eligible Industries
  • All industries
Location
  • Canada
Legal structures
  • Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
  • All revenue ranges
Organisation size
  • All organization sizes
Audience
  • Canadians

Next Steps

1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility

Activities funded

  • Deployment-ready clean energy generation projects.
  • Energy storage projects.
  • Grid modernization projects.
  • Transmission infrastructure projects.
  • Pre-development activities such as planning, studies, and assessments.

Official resources

Official page

Critical Regional Priorities

Eligibility

Who is eligible?

  • Provincial governments.
  • Territorial governments.

Eligible geographic areas

  • Canada

Selection criteria

  • Priority given to projects identified through ongoing engagement with provinces and territories.
  • Projects must be essential to decarbonizing the electricity system.
  • Funding need is considered alongside other federal financing tools.

Contacts

sreps-erite@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca

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Frequently Asked Questions about the Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream Program

What is the Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream?

Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program - Critical Regional Priorities supports priority clean electricity projects that help provinces and territories decarbonize their electricity systems. It supports deployment-ready renewable energy, energy storage, grid modernization, transmission infrastructure, and related pre-development activities identified by provincial or territorial governments.

Who is eligible for the Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream program?

To be eligible for the Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream program, you must: Deployment-ready clean electricity project. Identified by a province or territory. Need beyond federal support.

What expenses are eligible under Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream?

Deployment-ready clean energy generation projects. Energy storage projects. Grid modernization projects. Transmission infrastructure projects. Pre-development activities such as planning, studies, and assessments.

Who can I contact for more information about the Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream?

You can contact Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) by email at sreps-erite@nrcan-rncan.gc.ca.

Where is the Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream available?

The Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream program is available across Canada.

Is the Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream a grant, loan, or tax credit?

Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream is a Grant and Funding

Who are the financial supporters of the Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream?

Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) - Critical Regional Priorities (CRP) Stream is funded by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan)