Province investing in new clean technology challenge
CALGARY – The provincial government and Emissions Reduction Alberta are encouraging biotechnology, electricity and sustainable transportation innovators to develop new clean-technology projects to cut their energy costs while reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
A release from the province states the BEST Challenge supports industry with innovations, including bio-jet opportunities developed in Alberta.
Up to $70 million, provided by the government, is available through the Emissions Reduction Alberta Biotechnology, Electricity and Sustainable Transportation Challenge.
The challenge will help attract new investment, create jobs, cut energy costs, deliver improved environmental outcomes and build a more diversified economy according to the release.