Emissions Reduction Alberta

FUNDING TO ADDRESS METHANE EMISSIONS IN ALBERTA In October 2016, ERA launched the $40 Million Methane Challenge to develop technologies that address methane detection, methane quantification, or reduction of methane emissions in Alberta. Submissions closed in mid-December and ERA announced funding commitments to 12 innovative methane-reducing technology projects in July 2017 (see full details here). […]

Emissions Reduction Alberta’s BEST Challenge awarded $100 million to projects valued at $600 million, covering biotechnology, electricity, and sustainable transportation innovations.

Commercialization Compass is a readiness assessment tool developed by Mount Royal University to evaluate technology-based ventures’ market maturity across nine key dimensions.

Emissions Reduction Alberta committed $33 million to 17 projects totaling $107 million in public and private investment, advancing Alberta’s agriculture, agri-food, and forestry sectors.

On April 23, 2024, Premier Danielle Smith announced a $57 million investment in 28 hydrogen technology projects at the Canadian Hydrogen Convention.

On July 12, 2024, Minister Rebecca Schulz announced a $44.4 million investment in 21 small-business technology projects.

Emissions Reduction Alberta’s Technology Roadmap outlines pathways for Alberta to achieve a competitive, low-carbon economy while attracting investment and reducing emissions.

On March 28, 2024, the Government of Alberta and Emissions Reduction Alberta announced funding recipients for the Reshaping Energy Systems technology initiative.

Emissions Reduction Alberta will participate in COP 29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, to share Alberta’s emissions reduction progress through panels, discussions, and funding announcements.

Emissions Reduction Alberta and the IEA Greenhouse Gas R&D Programme hosted GHGT-17 in Calgary from October 20–24, 2024, bringing together global researchers and industry leaders.

Emissions Reduction Alberta is an independent, not-for-profit organization that invests carbon pricing revenues to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support Alberta’s economy.

Emissions Reduction Alberta invests in technologies that reduce greenhouse gas emissions from concept to market.

ERA invests in a diverse portfolio of projects that support a broad spectrum of technologies and sectors, each contributing to Alberta’s environmental and economic goals.

Innovator Support Services How and When to Apply Applications are accepted on a continuous basis, subject to available funding. You should receive confirmation within 10 business days if your application is accepted.

The Innovator Support Services program helps small and medium enterprises funded by Emissions Reduction Alberta advance projects and overcome non-technical barriers to commercialization. It offers eligible companies up to 60 hours of mentorship.

Last updated: April 13, 2026

Emissions Reduction Alberta has funded over 100 projects since 2009 to support Alberta’s greenhouse gas reduction goals.