Demand for electricity is rising in Canada but many remote and coastal communities throughout the country remain not easily served by major transmission systems and consequently rely on diesel generation for dependable power. Yet a 2008 study suggested that the amount of energy which can be captured from waves, tides, and river currents is enough […]
Bitcoin Mining Firm DMG Garners $1.5M Incentive for Energy Efficient Tech Upgrades
A Canadian company was recently awarded a $1.5 million “energy efficiency incentive” for the deployment of hydro direct liquid cooled server technology at its data centre. Vancouver’s DMG Blockchain Solutions, a vertically integrated blockchain and data centre technology company, says that its fully owned 65 megawatt data centre facility in Christina Lake is now better […]
Canada Invests $4M into River Current Technology Project for Local Clean Energy
The federal government says it is investing in river‑current energy technology to deliver affordable clean electricity to communities. Natural Resources Canada announced $4 million for the Canadian arm of Ocean Power Renewable Company to demonstrate how the natural flow of the river can generate reliable energy. “We are supporting made‑in‑Canada innovation for clean, reliable, and […]
Canada Unveils Strategy to Support Vehicle Electrification and Cleantech Supply Chains
Canada “is, and will remain, a nation that builds cars,” according to the federal government. The government also says it recognizes “that the future of the automotive industry is electrified.” Through a series of “deliberate and strategic investments,” Canada suggests it is “positioning itself as a global leader in vehicle electrification” as well as “the […]
Pulsenics Launches Quality Control Solution for Battery Remanufacturing
Pulsenics today announced the launch of AccelaGrade, a quality control solution for lithium-ion battery re-manufacturers. The technology from the Toronto cleantech firm analyzes cell state of health 19 times faster than traditional cyclers, marking a step forward in scaling battery refurbishment across Canada and beyond. Remanufacturing includes disassembling, testing, and refurbishing used lithium-ion batteries to […]
Canadian Cleantech EnviroGold, Unlocking New Value from Mine Waste, Joins TSXV
EnviroGold has been added to the TSX Venture Exchange. As of February 4th, the Vancouver-based cleantech trades on the TSXV under the ticker symbol “NVRO.” “We are pleased to announce EnviroGold’s approval for listing on the TSXV,” stated Grant Freeman, Chief Executive Officer. Freeman says this marks “an important milestone” for EnviroGold, which delisted from […]
Entering ‘Exciting Period of Growth,’ Carbon Upcycling Technologies Appoints New CEO
Carbon Upcycling Technologies has appointed a new chief executive officer. The Calgary-based cleantech, which is establishing a new industrial pathway for domestic cement production, says Markus Kritzler is now CEO, after joining the company as chief revenue officer in 2025. Kritzler assumes the role from company cofounder Apoorv Sinha. “I’m honoured to serve as CEO, […]
ECO IMPACT Innovation Stage to Connect Canadian Cleantech Ideas ‘to Opportunity’
The Environmental Careers Organization of Canada has announced a new program targeting clean technology innovation. The ECO IMPACT Innovation Stage will spotlight projects and technologies contributing to Canada’s transition to a net-zero economy. “The Innovation Stage is where ideas meet opportunity,” explains Kevin Nilsen, chief executive officer of ECO Canada. Slated for ECO IMPACT 2026, […]
As ‘Rapidly Growing’ AI Consumes More Energy, B.C. to ‘Manage Demand Carefully’
British Columbia says is launching a competitive process for artificial intelligence and data centres to help manage rising electricity demand. “By managing demand carefully and directing power to projects that deliver the greatest long-term benefits, we will build our province, while protecting affordability and reliability for British Columbians,” posits Adrian Dix, Minister of Energy and […]
Bruce Power Taps ABB to Refurbish Nuclear Energy Systems with Modern Tech
Ontario’s Bruce Power has signed a multi-year contract with Swedish-Swiss multinational electrical engineering giant ABB to supply advanced technology that enhances the lifespan and efficiency of eight nuclear units. The contracts will see ABB upgrade existing excitation systems at Bruce Power’s A and B stations with ABB’s UNITROL 6000 X-power technology. Bruce Power “is refurbishing […]