The A+ for Energy Program

Now going into its 18th year, the Alberta Emerald Award-winning A+ for Energy program has provided nearly $5 million in funding to support energy education in schools!

A+ for Energy at a Glance

All Alberta K – 12 teachers are welcome to apply

  • Grants up to $5,000 for 25 Schools
  • Successful applicants will be given a full scholarship (including travel, accommodations and meals) to attend the A+ for Energy Teacher Program August 26 & 27, 2024 in Calgary/Canmore 
Sounds too good to be true, right? Probably super hard to apply? Nope and nope!  For inspiration (even ideas to borrow) check out our project inspiration page that includes the summaries from previous projects and tips and tricks to get an A+ on your application!

Application process:

  • Download this editable/working application to draft your application before submitting your final online application
  • Use this simple budget template 
  • Projects are scored based on this rubric 
    • Projects must be connected to energy (if your idea includes a school planting/growing project check out our learning garden grants)
    • Preference is given to projects that demonstrate measurable greenhouse gas emission reductions and meaningful student engagement

Apply Now - Application Deadline May 12, 2024

 

A+ for Energy at a Glance

2024-2025 | A+ for Energy Timeline

February 1, 2024 - Applications Open
May 12, 2024 - Application Deadline
June 3, 2024

Winners Announced

August 26 - 27, 2024, Calgary/Canmore

A+ Winning Teachers –  2024/2025 Professional Development & Energy Education Celebration

The 2 day program will set the stage for your A+ project, on the program we will:

  • Connect to all of the A+ grant recipient teachers and have the opportunity to learn from and support each other throughout the year
  • Get behind the scenes tours of energy innovations so you can be gain with first-hand information about energy in Alberta
  • Hear from energy & climate expert who can provide context and answer your questions
  • Provide all the details for the A+ energy school year, including reporting deadlines and what to do if plans change
  • Have a ton of fun at networking and celebration events!

Similar to all Inside Education Teacher Programs, this opportunity is provided at no-cost, including all meals, accommodations and travel subsidy

MORE ON OUR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS

September 2024

– 2024/25 Projects Begin  | 70% of funding provided

December 2024

– Online Report Due Remaining 30% of funding provided upon receipt of completed report

June 2025

– Final Video Report Due

Check out an A+ For Energy video report example:

Congratulations to all 2023/24 A+ for Energy Grant recipients!

What makes a winning project?

A focus on energy! Consider how the project will enhance student understanding of Canada’s energy landscape including energy efficiency, conservation, and our future. Special consideration will be given to projects that track energy conservation and greenhouse gas emission reductions.

Make connections beyond your classroom! Share not only the number of students that will be directly and indirectly impacted but also how the project will support partnerships outside of the school and how you will highlight the program externally.

Get creative and think outside the box! There are multiple ways that energy education can be incorporated into multiple grade levels, subject areas, and school-based projects.

Check out Past A+ for Energy Projects

2019-2020 A+ PROJECTS2020-2021 A+ PROJECTS2021-2022 A+ PROJECTS2022-2023 A+ PROJECTS

Please note: If your grant proposal is related to gardening/greenhouses, etc. the energy connections must be very clear for it to be considered. Please visit this page for information about our Garden Grants!

Funding Partners

BP
TC Energy
Cenovus Energy
Pembina Pipelines

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