Next week, Vancouver will host the world at North America’s first-ever Web Summit. As one of the fastest-growing tech hubs on the continent, Vancouver is the ideal setting to connect the global tech ecosystem and spotlight areas where British Columbia excels, including climate tech innovation.
Web Summit Vancouver is expected to draw thousands of international innovators, investors, tech buyers, and industry leaders. The event will place BC and its companies on the global stage, creating unparalleled opportunities for our ecosystem to reach new markets, build strategic relationships, and chart bold new paths forward.
British Columbia is already a recognized leader in climate tech, and next week, the world will see that too.
This year, nine Canadian companies were named to the 2025 Global Cleantech 100, a list of the most promising companies making impactful contributions to sustainable innovation. Behind them is a vibrant ecosystem that continues to attract investment and advance groundbreaking technologies with global potential. Together, we are taking bold action on climate change and building a cleaner, more prosperous future.
Discover the Climate Innovation Zone
At Web Summit Vancouver, look for the Climate Innovation Zone, a dedicated space celebrating BC’s leadership in climate and clean technology. The zone will act as a hub for ecosystem building, networking, and engagement, showcasing leading innovators and highlighting transformative projects. It will also foster valuable connections between local and global leaders, investors, policymakers, and stakeholders.
Inside the zone, the Climate Stage will host dynamic sessions featuring founders, investors, and clean tech leaders driving BC’s climate sector. Topics will include wildfire technology, electrification, and scaling investment in climate solutions. Don’t miss the daily noon-hour power pitches, happening each day from 12:00 to 1:00pm.