Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREPs)

Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREPs) is sponsored by Natural Resources Canada (NRCan). This program supports the deployment of renewable energy, energy storage, and grid modernization technologies to strengthen Canada's electricity system, reduce emissions, and enable a more modern and reliable grid.

Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program - Natural Resources Canada Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program The Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program (SREPs), launched in 2021, is a $4.

5-billion program designed to support the deployment of grid modernization, energy storage and renewable energy technologies in every region of Canada, helping to grow the grid in a sustainable, affordable and reliable manner. The program also includes support for transmission and distribution infrastructure, and continues to support Indigenous-led clean energy projects. The program is currently expected to end March 31, 2036.

SREPs works with provinces and territories to identify Critical Regional Priorities that will reduce dependence on fossil fuel generation and create pathways for a stronger electricity grid system. The bulk of SREPs funding will be allocated to these critical electricity system investments, with a focus on maintaining affordability and reliability.

SREPs offers support to additional eligible projects through competitive requests for proposals under two funding streams.

Currently not accepting proposals Funding to increase meaningful and equitable Indigenous participation in the deployment of renewable energy, energy storage, and grid modernization technologies Currently not accepting proposals Funding for utility and system operator-led projects, such as grid modernization, technology upgrades, and upgrades and expansions to transmission and distribution systems.

Working with the Canada Infrastructure Bank SREPs complements other federal measures supporting clean electricity projects, including the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB). The CIB has committed $10 billion in Clean Power financing to support clean electricity and clean growth infrastructure, helping to increase Canada’s energy security and address infrastructure gaps, including in Indigenous and northern communities.

SREPs coordinates with the CIB in supporting projects which are eligible for both low-cost financing from the CIB and SREPs funding. Learn more about the CIB’s financing opportunities for Clean Power .

Results achieved to date as of March 31 st 2026 Enabling lower-emitting electricity generation 125 approved deployment projects (43 currently commissioned) 3,410 megawatts (MW) of renewable energy capacity to be installed (1,724 MW currently installed) 1,214 MW of energy storage capacity to be installed (342 MW currently installed) 4. 2 megatonnes (MT) of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO 2 e) emissions to be displaced per year (2.

1 MT currently displaced per year) Supporting deployment projects with Indigenous ownership 64 approved deployment projects have Indigenous ownership 51% of approved deployment projects have Indigenous ownership Over $1.

1 billion approved funding for projects with Indigenous ownership Building capacity for a more equitable transition 93 approved capacity building projects $141 million approved funding for capacity building projects Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility (IDEA) plan or commitment received for every approved deployment project View announced projects funded by the program Number of Approved Projects Newfoundland and Labrador (NL) Northwest Territories (NT) Prince Edward Island (PE) Capacity building projects Number of Approved Projects Capacity to be Installed (MW) Projects with Indigenous ownership Projects with Indigenous Ownership Projects with Indigenous Ownership Number of Approved Projects Number of approved projects by type Number of Approved Projects Generation + Energy Storage SREPs is contributing to the achievement of federal targets and commitments related to access to clean, affordable power, non-emitting energy and greenhouse gas emission reductions.

A summary of these contributions to date include: Expand the supply of clean electricity through investments in renewable and next generation clean energy and technology Source: Strengthened Climate Plan (A Healthy Environment and a Healthy Economy) 3,410 MW of renewable energy capacity to be added $9.

3 billion in public and private investments in projects supported through the program Expand non-emitting energy deployment and development Source: 2030 Emission Reduction Plan: Clean Air, Strong Economy $1. 2 billion in funding towards the deployment of commercially ready renewable energy technologies $215 million invested in emerging technologies such as biomass and electricity storage $9.

3 billion in public and private investment in projects supported through the program Increase access for Canadians to clean energy Source: Federal Sustainable Development Strategy (2022-2026) and Departmental Results Framework By 2030, 90% of Canada’s electricity generated from renewable and non-emitting sources (100% in the long term).

By the end of 2026, support 1,000 MW of new renewable energy projects, capable of providing grid services.

3,410 MW of electricity from renewable energy projects capable of providing grid services Reduction of greenhouse gas emissions Source: Canada’s Nationally Determined Contribution to the Paris Agreement Reduce greenhouse gas emissions between 40% to 45% below 2005 levels by 2030, and Net-zero greenhouse gas emissions economy-wide by 2050 Approved projects are expected to reduce GHG emissions by 4.

2 MT of CO 2 annually, once commissioned. Canadian electricity generated from non-GHG emitting sources Source: NRCan’s 2024-25 Departmental Plan 100% of Canadian electricity generated from non-GHG emitting sources by January 1, 2035.

15% of NRCan’s projects on innovation and sustainable development engage Indigenous communities, organizations or governments by March 31, 2025 4,625 MW of added non-GHG emitting generation and energy storage capacity. 51% of approved deployment projects have Indigenous ownership. Please direct questions to the SREPs Team: sreps-erite@nrcan-rncan.

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