📋 Eligible Entities - Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating in Alberta - Private corporations with demonstrated operations in the energy sector - Technology companies developing digital solutions for clean energy applications - Joint ventures or consortiums (with clear lead applicant designation) - Indigenous-owned businesses in the energy sector - Ineligible: Non-profits, sole proprietors, federally regulated utilities, companies without Alberta operations ### 💰 Funding Details - Maximum Grant Amount: $250,000 per project - Funding Type: Non-repayable grant (contribution) - Cost-Sharing Requirement: Typically 50% project cost match (applicant must contribute remaining funds or secure co-funding) - Eligible Funding Sources for Match: Cash, in-kind contributions (equipment, personnel time), other government grants - Payment Structure: Staged disbursements upon milestone completion and expense verification - Currency: Canadian dollars ### 🛠️ Approved Expenses - Digital Technology Development: Software platforms, AI/machine learning systems, data analytics tools for energy optimization - Payroll: Salaries for technical staff, engineers, developers directly involved in project delivery - Equipment & Infrastructure: Computing hardware, servers, sensors required for digital innovation - Research & Development: Feasibility studies, prototyping, testing of digital solutions - Professional Services: Consulting, engineering assessments, technical expertise (maximum % of budget) - Training & Workforce Development: Staff upskilling in digital technologies - Commercial Demonstration: Pilot projects proving concept viability - Ineligible Expenses: Marketing/advertising, land/real estate, financing costs, indirect overhead ### ⚠️ Conditions & Milestones - Job Creation Requirement: Project must demonstrate clear pathway to creating net new full-time employment in Alberta - Emissions Reduction Target: Quantifiable reduction in greenhouse gas emissions or energy consumption measurable post-implementation - Technology Innovation: Solution must represent genuine technological advancement (not off-the-shelf software only) - Timeline: Typical project duration 12–24 months with defined start/completion dates - Reporting Obligations: Quarterly
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