Emission Reduction Alberta funding to benefit two businesses in Medicine Hat area

One business in Redcliff and another in Suffield are benefiting from the Alberta government’s Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction (TIER) fund, with $10.625 million in investment into the region.

Emission Reduction Alberta (ERA) has committed $69 million to accelerate a broad range of technologies and solutions, which they say will strengthen industrial competitiveness and reduce environmental impacts. The 15 projects represent $334 million in total investment.

Certainteed Canada in Redcliff is getting $10 million in funding for a $68.7 million project to upgrade insulation manufacturing to reduce energy use and emissions. The facility will provide 120-130 temporary jobs during construction and commissioning.

Total Containment Inc. in Suffield is receiving $625,000 in ERA Funding for a $1.25 million project that improves CO2 safety by preventing cracking in carbon capture infrastructure.