A Toronto-based energy management software company this week closed a round of investment. Edgecom Energy recently announced the closing of “a significant investment.” The round was led by Toronto’s Greensky Ventures and included participation from ABB Electrification Ventures. The strategic funding is earmarked to support Edgecom’s expansion into new energy markets and accelerate the growth […]
Peloton Unveils Suite of Tech Tools with Aim to ‘Supercharge’ Alternative Energy Projects
Calgary’s Peloton has announced an expansion into the alternative energy sector. The provider of energy software solutions, established in the early 90’s, says its latest initiative “addresses the complexities of land agreement management for solar, wind, utilities, mining, geothermal, and carbon capture projects.” Peloton points out that renewable energies such as wind and solar demand sizeable […]
U.S. Cleantech CEO Wonders: Has Canada’s Innovation Pipeline Begun to Lose Momentum?
The 2025 edition of the Global Cleantech 100 list has been revealed. Since 2009 the annual ranking, hosted by San Francisco research firm Cleantech Group, identifies 100 private companies positioned to make impacts in the clean technology sector over the next few years. Canada, among those at the forefront of energy transitions aiming for “Net […]
From Oil Sands to Clean Energy: Alberta’s 2024 Wins
Alberta has long been recognized for its significant involvement in the fossil fuel sector, famous for its vast oil sands. Increasingly, the province is also a hotbed for innovation in clean energy, especially hydrogen, as well as wind and solar. This year alone saw many local upstarts advance tech, commercialize product, win awards, and raise […]
TELUS SmartEnergy Pilot Aims to Lower Energy Bills
A couple of months ago, Techcouver reported on an initiative from TELUS that aims to help customers save on energy bills. The launch from TELUS, SmartEnergy, is a tech-forward approach to reducing bills and one’s environmental footprint, according to the company. “With SmartEnergy, our goal is to empower Canadians with the best technology, devices, and information […]
$8M Investment Targets Clean Energy Projects in Remote B.C. Communities
British Columbia is home to more than 40 remote communities, primarily governed by First Nations, which remain unconnected to the province’s electricity grid. Currently, most of these communities depend on diesel generators for electricity. But as Canada reaches for lofty “Net Zero” goals, regional government is hoping to change that. Seven remote First Nations in […]
Midea Deepens Footprint in Canada Amid Push for Clean Energy Solutions
The world’s largest producer of major appliances is intensifying its presence in Canada as the country pushes for an ambitious “Net Zero” economy. China’s Midea, established in 1968, is a maker of smart home solutions and heat pump technologies, among other clean energy products. The manufacturing giant boasts 17 research and development centres in nearly as […]
Pelmorex Unveils AI-Powered Gaia Energy: A Game-Changer for Predictive Weather Forecasting in Energy Trading
Pelmorex this week introduce a predictive weather forecasting solution developed for energy traders. The Oakville-based weather information and data management firm says its cutting-edge new solution, dubbed Gaia Energy, is “poised to revolutionize weather predictions and analysis within the natural gas, electricity, agriculture, and weather derivatives space.” “This is a revolution in how weather forecasts are […]
7Gen Accelerates Clean-Tech Transition for IKEA and Others with Integrated Electric Vehicle Solutions
7Gen simplifies the deployment of electric medium and heavy-duty trucks, buses, and vans with a solution that integrates everything needed for the transition to clean-tech. Given the wide array of organizations entering this transition, 7Gen’s clients span a broad spectrum. The list includes IKEA, that iconic brand established in Älmhult, Småland in July of 1943 by Ingvar […]
With Eye on Canada’s Clean Energy Transition, VulcanX Enters Final Round of Startup Competition
The hydrogen industry is large and growing, but current methods of production are far not environmentally friendly. The production of solid carbon, a valuable industrial material, is similarly pollutive. A cleaner and more efficient way to produce hydrogen and solid carbon is the goal driving Vancouver’s VulcanX Energy, who addresses this pressing issue by producing hydrogen and […]