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Strategic Energy Management for Industry (SEMI)
Energy funding for Alberta industry
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Latest source updateLast Update: September 25, 2026Latest change: SEMI now requires ERA approval for major post-approval changes, and the capital retrofits eligibility language was revised for lighting equipment and equipment replacement.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: September 25, 2026
Latest change: SEMI now requires ERA approval for major post-approval changes, and the capital retrofits eligibility language was revised for lighting equipment and equipment replacement.
SEMI FAQ and capital retrofit rules updated
The SEMI FAQ now says major change requests, including project cost increases and major equipment changes, require ERA approval after pre-approval. It also clarifies that there is no parent-company cap and no limit on the number of facilities, while the Capital Retrofits cap is applied per facility subject to activity-specific caps. The Capital Retrofits page also revised lighting eligibility: applicants may now use equivalent technical documentation to show performance and energy savings, and replacement of failed or end-of-life equipment without a demonstrated energy performance improvement is not eligible.
Funding available
$ 1,000,000
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
This program provides up to $1,000,000 per facility to help Alberta industrial facilities improve energy performance. It supports facility readiness, energy assessments, energy management systems, training, and energy-efficient capital retrofits.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase performance through digital transformation
- Develop team skills
- Implement environmental initiatives
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- For-profit business
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Canadians
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Municipal
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 2
Activities funded
- Facility Readiness Assessment
- Energy Assessments and Audits
- Energy Management Information Systems
- Strategic Energy Management training
- Capital retrofits focused on energy efficiency
Documents Needed
- Facility Readiness Assessment workbook
- Supporting energy data and facility information
- Feasibility study for the proposed project
- Vendor quotes and project cost estimate
- Project workplan or implementation schedule
Official resources
Program guide
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Industrial facilities
- Manufacturing facilities
- Waste management and remediation service facilities
- Facilities engaged in eligible energy-intensive industrial processes
Who is not eligible
- Facilities in administrative and support services
- New construction projects
- Facilities outside Alberta
- Emitting technology projects
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- New construction.
- Replacement of failed or end-of-life equipment with equivalent equipment, without a demonstrated energy performance improvement.
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta, Canada
Selection criteria
- For Capital Retrofits, projects are scored by abatement cost.
- Lower abatement cost scores higher.
- Projects are also ranked by technology diversity.
- Application quality and supporting documentation are assessed.
- Indigenous and not-for-profit applicants are scored separately.
How to apply
- Register on the SEMI Portal.
- Complete the Facility Readiness Assessment (FRA).
- Apply for SEMI activities.
- Submit pre-activity applications for approval.
- Complete activities to meet requirements.
- Submit post-activity applications for review.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are submitted through the SEMI portal.
- Applications are reviewed by ERA or its service provider.
- Selected applicants receive a pre-approval notice and must sign the terms and conditions.
- Projects are completed and verified through post-activity documentation and site review when required.
- Eligible participants then submit invoices and receive the incentive payment.
Additional information
- Funding is limited and not guaranteed.
- The program runs until March 31, 2027, or until funds are fully allocated.
- Applicants may use eligible contractors for some activities.
- In-kind contributions may offset part of the co-funding requirement for certain activities.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Strategic Energy Management for Industry (SEMI) Program
What is the Strategic Energy Management for Industry (SEMI)?
This program provides up to $1,000,000 per facility to help Alberta industrial facilities improve energy performance. It supports facility readiness, energy assessments, energy management systems, training, and energy-efficient capital retrofits.
How much funding can be received?
Strategic Energy Management for Industry (SEMI) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $1,000,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Strategic Energy Management for Industry (SEMI) program?
To be eligible for the Strategic Energy Management for Industry (SEMI) program, you must:
Alberta industrial facility
Operating at least one year
Facility Readiness Assessment completed
What expenses are eligible under Strategic Energy Management for Industry (SEMI)?
Facility Readiness Assessment
Energy Assessments and Audits
Energy Management Information Systems
Strategic Energy Management training
Capital retrofits focused on energy efficiency
Who can I contact for more information about the Strategic Energy Management for Industry (SEMI)?
You can contact Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA) by email at semi@eralberta.ca or by phone at 1-844-407-0025.
Where is the Strategic Energy Management for Industry (SEMI) available?
The Strategic Energy Management for Industry (SEMI) program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Strategic Energy Management for Industry (SEMI) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Strategic Energy Management for Industry (SEMI) is a Grant and Funding