Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREP) – Utility Support Stream

• The applicant must be a utility, system operator, or an entity that demonstrates the project will directly benefit a utility and/or system operator.
• The project must be located in Canada and provide services or capabilities for sale or use in Canada.
• The project must enable modernization of the electricity system.
• The project must represent a permanent installation of equipment or a modification to existing commercial operations, equipment, or systems.
• The project technology must be proven (Technology Readiness Level 8 or above), with exceptions for minor components integral to the deployment project.

Who is eligible?

• Utilities
• System operators
• Entities demonstrating direct benefit to utilities or system operators

Eligible expenses

• Upgrades and expansions to transmission and distribution systems.
• Technology upgrades for grid modernization.
• Engineering design work related to project planning.
• Feasibility studies and assessments necessary before deployment.

Eligible geographic areas

• Projects must be located in Canada and provide services or capabilities for sale or use in Canada.

• Currently, the Utility Support Stream is not accepting new proposals, and future opportunities will be announced on the program's webpage and through the SREPs distribution list.
• The program timeline, including upcoming engagement and submission windows, is subject to change and should be monitored for updates.
• Selected applicants are advanced to the full project proposal stage only after an initial expression of interest process.
• Technologies with a Technology Readiness Level of less than 8 may be considered only if they are minor and integral to the overall deployment project.