In a strategic move to enhance Canada’s position in the global clean energy market, the federal government has announced up to $60 million in funding for two critical mineral infrastructure projects in British Columbia and the Yukon. These investments aim to advance the country’s mineral production capabilities, which are essential for the transition to a […]
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CICE Backs B.C. Companies with $1.25M for Low-Carbon Technologies
The B.C. Centre for Innovation and Clean Energy (CICE) has announced $1.25 million in non-dilutive investment in three innovative B.C. companies scaling solutions focused on low carbon hydrogen, carbon management, and low carbon synthetic fuels. Unilia Fuel Cells and Expander Technologies are both addressing the challenge of reducing carbon emissions in transportation. Burnaby’s Unilia is rolling […]
BC Hydro Sees Surge in Renewable Energy Proposals Amid Grid Expansion Efforts
BC Hydro has received an overwhelming response to its call for renewable power projects, reflecting growing interest in clean energy and its potential to drive job creation across British Columbia. The utility announced that it received 21 proposals from independent power producers, offering more than 9,000 gigawatt hours (GWh) of renewable energy annually—triple its initial […]
Canada Invests in Net Zero Atlantic to Support Clean Energy for Atlantic Canadians
Canada is developing and rolling out clean energy and clean technologies faster than ever before to create good-paying jobs, attract global investment in our economy, position Canada as the clean energy supplier of choice for our democratic allies and achieve our ambitious climate targets. By moving thoughtfully and strategically, Atlantic Canada is well positioned to […]
Wheaton Precious Metals Unveils $1M Future of Mining Challenge
Vancouver-headquartered Wheaton Precious Metals has launched the inaugural Future of Mining Challenge, which will award USD $1 million to a winning venture to advance their technology. The new initiative supports innovative technologies aimed at minimizing environmental impacts, improving efficiencies, and contributing to climate solutions, while ensuring key resources are responsibly available for future generations. “Mining […]
Thousands of New EV Chargers Across Canada Will Support Canadians’ Green Transportation Choices
Making the switch to an electric vehicle (EV) is a win-win for families looking to save money while reducing pollution. Due to cheaper refuelling and lower maintenance costs, most EVs cost less than their gas engine counterparts over their lifetime. Canadians are also benefiting from federal investments across the EV supply chain, which are positioning Canada as […]
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 […]
Women in Cleantech: RBC Accelerator’s New Cohort Paves the Way for a Sustainable Future
MaRS has announced the 10 entrepreneurs participating in the next cohort of the RBC Women in Cleantech Accelerator. The RBC Women in Cleantech Accelerator helps women overcome challenges in the cleantech sector by providing a strong support system, collaboration opportunities, and essential tools for success. This two-year intensive program is designed to help women-led Canadian […]
Peak Power Launches Second Annual Future Cleantech Leader Bursary to Support STEM Students
Toronto’s Peak Power has announced their second annual bursary aimed at supporting STEM and Cleantech students at accredited Canadian institutions. The $1,500 Future Cleantech Leader bursary will be awarded to a deserving post-secondary student who demonstrates financial need, character, and passion for the field. The application deadline is October 15, 2024. Peak Power provides an […]
UBC Cleantech Startup Fibernx Recognized in B.C. and Alberta for Carbon Fibre Innovation
Bitumen from Alberta’s oil sands, typically restricted for use as fuel or asphalt, can now be transformed into more useful and valuable carbon nanofibres, say local experts working on the technology. UBC materials engineer Dr. Yasmine Abdin, alongside Dr. Frank Ko from the Faculty of Applied Science and Dr. Scott Renneckar from the Faculty of […]