In a move to supercharge cleantech innovation, B.C. Centre for Innovation and Clean Energy (CICE) has launched a new partnership with university entrepreneurship programs across the province. The 2025 University Call for Innovation aims to accelerate the development and commercialization of climate solutions by offering early-stage ventures up to $100,000 in non-dilutive funding. Ventures nominated by their respective university […]
Hypercharge to Bring Bidirectional EV Chargers to Canada via XCharge Partnership
Vancouver’s Hypercharge Networks is teaming up with XCharge North America to bring advanced EV charging technology to Canada, marking a major step forward for the country’s charging infrastructure. Through a newly announced strategic partnership, Hypercharge will distribute XCharge NA’s GridLink chargers—bidirectional, battery-integrated fast chargers—to automotive dealerships and commercial customers in British Columbia and Ontario. The move expands […]
Five Canadian Companies Named to TIME’s Top Cleantech List
Canada is making waves in cleantech, with five homegrown innovators—spanning AI-powered freight, battery recycling, and geothermal energy—earning spots on TIME Magazine’s inaugural list of the World’s Top Cleantech Companies of 2025. As governments and industries worldwide scramble to decarbonize, TIME, in partnership with global data firm Statista, evaluated over 8,000 companies developing products, services, or […]
Calgary’s Clean Tech Momentum Grows with New Federal Support
Calgary’s leadership in clean technology innovation just received a major boost. Last week, the federal government announced over $8.3 million in funding for 13 Alberta-based initiatives, with two cornerstone investments aimed squarely at advancing Calgary’s role in the energy transition. The Energy Transition Centre in downtown Calgary—a hub for clean tech startups, researchers, and some […]
Canada Invests $49M in HTEC to Boost Hydrogen Fuel Infrastructure
Canada is reinforcing its position as a global leader in clean energy with a major investment in hydrogen fuel infrastructure. The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, announced today that the federal government is investing $49 million in HTEC through the Strategic Innovation Fund to support a large-scale hydrogen liquefaction facility in […]
Miru Unveils One of the World’s Largest Smart Sunroofs
Vancouver-based Miru Smart Technologies has introduced one of the world’s largest electrochromic sunroof window devices, marking a significant advancement for both the smart glass and automotive industries. The prototype, measuring 1.5 meters by 1.6 meters, demonstrates the scalability of Miru’s eWindows technology and its potential in next-generation vehicle design. Developed in collaboration with Argotec, a leader in […]
Summit Nanotech Secures $36.5M to Scale Lithium Extraction
Summit Nanotech, a Calgary-based leader in sustainable lithium extraction, has raised $36.5 million to advance its direct lithium extraction (DLE) technology. The funding round was led by Evok Innovations and BDC Capital’s Climate Tech Fund, with support from Xora Innovation, Capricorn Investment Group, Mitsui Kinzoku – SBI Material Innovation Fund, and LG Technology Ventures. The […]
Foresight Canada and Amlamgog First Nation Launch Renewable Energy Challenge
Foresight Canada has joined forces with Amlamgog (Fort Folly First Nation) to launch the Amlamgog Community Microgrid Challenge, an initiative seeking scalable, renewable energy solutions to enhance local energy resilience, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and support economic self-sufficiency. The initiative aims to develop a community-led microgrid that ensures stable and affordable electricity while serving as […]
Foresight Announces Finalists for 2025 BC Cleantech Awards
Foresight Canada has unveiled the finalists for the 2025 BC Cleantech Awards, recognizing companies and individuals driving innovation in British Columbia’s clean technology sector. The annual awards celebrate achievements across multiple categories, showcasing the province’s leadership in sustainable innovation and clean technology advancements. This year’s awards feature finalists in five categories: Adopter of the Year […]
Resource Works Launches Innovation Forum Video Series
Resource Works has officially launched the Innovation Forum video series, a new platform aimed at spotlighting groundbreaking advancements in Canada’s natural resource and cleantech sectors. The first season is made possible through the sponsorship of Foresight’s BC Net Zero Innovation Network, a leader in driving sustainable industry solutions. Hosted by public policy expert and commentator […]