Environment & Energy
Genome Alberta supports the development and adoption of genomics-based technologies to address environmental challenges and strengthen Alberta’s energy sector.
Through applied research funding and industry partnerships, we help advance practical solutions for biodiversity monitoring, environmental remediation, emissions reduction, and more sustainable resource development.
Our Impacts
Total Funding
Projects
Sector Partnerships
Projects & Initiatives
Environment & Energy
Evaluating and standardizing methods for using environmental DNA (eDNA) sequencing to monitor biodiversity in near real time, reducing costs and time as well as enhancing numbers of species detected.
Environment & Energy
Genomics datasets are used in models for enhancing the performance of constructed wetland treatment systems (CWTS), enabling cost-effective, plant- and microbe-based remediation of Oil Sands Process Water.
Environment & Energy
Developing commercial-ready genomics tools to assess microbial risks in underground hydrogen storage. These tools will help prevent energy losses and corrosion and advance Alberta’s emerging hydrogen sector.
Partner Engagement
Working with partners to unlock innovation.
Sector News
In the Media
Calgary Herald | March 19, 2026
Canadian Cattlemen | April 14, 2025
CBC | July 15, 2022
Collaborate With Us
Advance your genomics research with support from Genome Alberta. We help you access funding opportunities, build strategic collaborations, and translate your discoveries into real-world impact. Our team works with you from application development through to project delivery.
Benefits for Researchers in Working with Genome Alberta
- Robust proposal development support services to assist you in applying for federal funding competitions. We offer a unique and personalized service.
- We’ll assist you with strategic planning, drafting and preparing for oral presentations. We are here to help with an external review of your draft proposals.
- Together, we’ll have in-depth discussions to address areas of improvement and provide you with helpful guidance.
Looking to explore how genomics can support your innovation goals? Genome Alberta can help you assess opportunities, connect with leading researchers and technology platforms, and access funding that helps de-risk your R&D investments.
Benefits for Industry Partners Working with Genome Alberta
- We can connect you and facilitate collaborations with leading experts and the knowledge you need to find solutions.
- We’ll share information with you about the latest developments in genomics technology and explain how our technologies work.
- We can walk you through funding opportunities so you can leverage investments through regional partnerships and federal funding.
- We can provide you with guidance and network support to take your genomics-related discoveries to market.
Let’s Start a Conversation
We’re here to assist you in making connections and leveraging opportunities for funding and partnerships. Reach out to our team to get started.
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