Canadian Solar, a global leader in solar power and renewable energy, has officially opened its new global headquarters in Kitchener, marking a significant milestone in its 23-year history. Founded in 2001 by Dr. Shawn Qu in Guelph, Canadian Solar has grown from a startup into a global powerhouse with approximately 20,000 employees and operations in […]
Moment Energy Accelerates EV Battery Repurposing with $22M Boost
Vancouver-based cleantech company Moment Energy has announced the successful close of a $21.6 million Series A funding round, co-led by the Amazon Climate Pledge Fund and Voyager Ventures. This investment positions Moment Energy to accelerate its mission of transforming retired electric vehicle (EV) batteries into sustainable battery energy storage systems (BESS). Moment Energy’s BESS technology caters to […]
Svante and Tenaska Partner to Boost Industrial Carbon Capture Efforts
Burnaby’s Svante Technologies, a leader in carbon capture technology, has announced a new partnership with Tenaska, a major provider of CO2 transportation and storage services. The two companies signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to deliver affordable and integrated solutions for industrial carbon capture and storage (CCS). This partnership aims to tackle global industrial emissions […]
Deep Sky Secures 100% Renewable Power for Alberta Facility through Low Carbon Partnership
In a significant move for the clean energy and carbon removal sectors, Quebec-based carbon removal developer Deep Sky has entered into a 10-year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with UK-based renewable energy company Low Carbon. The agreement will supply Deep Sky’s first Alberta facility, Deep Sky Alpha, with 10 gigawatt hours (GWh) of renewable energy annually […]
Foresight Canada Opens Nominations for 2025 Cleantech Awards
Foresight Canada has officially opened applications for its 2025 Cleantech Awards, spotlighting innovative ventures and ecosystem leaders driving economic growth and sustainability in British Columbia (BC), Alberta, and Atlantic Canada. Since launching in 2020, the awards have recognized standout companies like Moment Energy, recently awarded $28.1 million by the U.S. Department of Energy, and Arca, […]
NEO Battery Materials Launches Breakthrough Silicon Anode Technology
NEO Battery Materials, a developer of cutting-edge materials for lithium-ion batteries, has unveiled its latest product, NBMSiDE® P-300, which promises longer-lasting, faster-charging batteries. This innovation is expected to benefit electric vehicles, electronics, and emerging industries like space exploration and electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The newly launched NBMSiDE® P-300 sets a new standard […]
Trane Technologies Acquires BrainBox AI to Expand AI-Powered HVAC Solutions
Montreal-based cleantech startup BrainBox AI has been acquired by global climate innovator Trane Technologies. BrainBox AI is a pioneer in autonomous HVAC controls and generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) building technology. Founded in 2019, BrainBox uses AI to optimize HVAC systems, reducing energy use and emissions. Its technology is deployed in 14,000 commercial buildings, including Sleep […]
Volkswagen and Patriot Battery Metals Forge Strategic Lithium Partnership
PowerCo SE, the battery division of Volkswagen Group, and Patriot Battery Metals have announced a strategic partnership marking Volkswagen’s first foray into the lithium supply chain. This partnership aligns with PowerCo’s vertical integration strategy, which spans from raw materials to battery production, and solidifies its commitment to securing a sustainable, long-term lithium supply. Volkswagen Group […]
Deep Sky Secures $40M Grant from Breakthrough Energy Catalyst
Deep Sky, a Quebec-based carbon removal project developer, has announced a $40 million USD grant commitment from Breakthrough Energy Catalyst. The funds will support the construction of Deep Sky Alpha (formerly Deep Sky Labs) and advance research and testing of direct air capture (DAC) technologies. This milestone marks Catalyst’s first-ever investment in a Canadian project […]
Nouveau Monde Graphite Secures $50M Investment from Canada Growth Fund and Québec
Nouveau Monde Graphite (NMG) has secured a USD $50 million equity investment from the Canada Growth Fund (CGF) and the Government of Québec, through Investissement Québec (IQ). The funding, subject to regulatory approvals, will help advance NMG’s Phase-2 Matawinie Mine and Bécancour Battery Material Plant toward commercial operations. The investment aims to support detailed engineering, […]