Carbon Fibre Grand Challenge (CFGC): Phase III
$4,000,000.00
Competition, Grant
Description:
The Carbon Fibre Grand Challenge (CFGC) is a $26 million three-phase competition with the objective of accelerating the development of large-scale production pathways for short and continuous carbon fibre from bitumen-derived feedstocks and promoting their use in manufactured products. The Carbon Fibre Grand Challenge aims to produce new carbon fibre products and processes, reduce lifecycle GHG emissions of carbon fibres, and aid in the economic diversification of Alberta. There exists significant potential to increase the value of Alberta bitumen and grow Alberta’s green economy, all while increasing employment and export potential.
Comments on Funding:
Funding: $200,001 up to $4,000,000 CAD awarded to successful applicants. A total of $20,000,000 CAD is available. Following a modest initial payment, funding will be provided on a reimbursement basis as milestones are achieved as the project progresses. Milestones are aligned with the project implementation plan.
Applications are closed. Stay tuned for future intake announcements.
Eligibility:
Applicants must:
1. Be technology developers, industry (including small, medium and large size enterprises), industry associations, research and development (R&D) organizations, post-secondary institutions, not-for-profit organizations, and government research labs, providing they are legally able to execute the Investment Agreements.
2. Not be prohibited from receiving Alberta Innovates funding
3. Meet the following requirements:
3.1 Team qualification requirements:
–Demonstrated ability to modify bitumen-based feeds
–Demonstrated ability to prepare carbon fibre (> 10 grams per day)
–Demonstrated ability to evaluate carbon fibre end use application
3.2 General requirements:
–Canadian IP ownership or guaranteed ability to license to Canadian entities
–Spinoff companies are not required
3.3 Proposal requirements:
–Have a proposed carbon fibre manufacturing process.
–Preliminary energy requirements for the manufacturing process.
–Potential end uses identified.
Application Steps:
Applicants must:
1. Submit application through SmartSimple Online Application Portal.
2. Wait for the application to be reviewed;
3. Complete and submit a Full Proposal;
4. Deliver a presentation to the review committee on a scheduled date.
Documentation Needed:
Applicants must:
1. Submit full proposal.
2. Submit Up-to-date corporate filings.
3. Be authorized to undertake the project and execute a grant with Alberta Innovates on our standard terms.
Other Things to Note:
For funding: 25% of the total eligible costs must be provided by applicants. Cash is preferred and in-kind is accepted. No stacking limit for government funding.
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