Municipal Electricity Generation Program

Description

to help municipalities lower the costs of powering and heating recreation centres, town halls, libraries and other community buildings. Communities can now apply for rebates to help improve their electricity systems, reduce operational costs and lower emissions.

What types of projects are expected to be eligible?

Funding will be available on a first-come first-served basis for new on-site electricity generation systems installed on municipally-owned facilities or land. To be eligible, systems must be equal to or greater than 2 kW, grid-connected, and compliant with the Government of Alberta’s Micro-generation Regulation. All projects are assessed on a case-by-case basis and must meet program criteria. Utility-scale, off-grid and solar thermal projects are not eligible.

Is funding available retroactively?

Funding will not be available retroactively. Projects in which construction work has started or equipment has been ordered will not be eligible.

Does submitting an Expression of Interest reserve funding or access to funding?

Submitting an Expression of Interest is non-committal and does not reserve access to any funding or form a queue for access. Municipalities must review program documentation, apply, receive approval, and sign a funding agreement before funding is reserved. By submitting an Expression of Interest, you will provide preliminary information regarding your project, and we will follow up when more details about the application process are available.