Canada’s clean energy sector is entering a pivotal moment. As 2026 approaches, a new wave of startups is moving beyond pilots and demonstrations toward commercial-scale deployment across some of the world’s most carbon-intensive industries. From cement, steel, and oil and gas to hydrogen, energy storage, and carbon dioxide removal, the emphasis is shifting from experimentation […]
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Energy Influencers Conference: Shaping the Future of Canada’s Energy Industry
A bold new initiative at the Global Energy Show Canada 2025, the Energy Influencers Conference brought together the next generation of energy leaders, seasoned professionals, entrepreneurs, and students. It took place in Calgary from June 10-12 and focused on blending technical expertise with forward-thinking discussions to tackle the future of energy. The conference was designed […]
CICE Backs Five Women-Led Ventures with $2.46M Investment in Climate Tech
The B.C. Centre for Innovation and Clean Energy (CICE) is investing $2.46 million into five women-led climate tech startups, advancing a new wave of high-impact, hard tech solutions aimed at decarbonizing transportation, construction, and bio-industrial sectors. Announced as part of CICE’s inaugural Women in Climate Tech Call for Innovation, the funding supports ventures led by […]
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 […]
Cleantech Group Unveils 2024 ’50 to Watch,’ Showcasing Canadian Innovators
The Cleantech Group has unveiled its latest Cleantech 50 to Watch list, highlighting innovative companies tackling today’s most pressing environmental challenges. This annual list is a great resource for discovering early-stage ventures with the potential to disrupt the market in the near future, and this year, Canadian companies feature prominently, with six making the cut. […]
Ayrton Energy Secures $6.8M Seed Financing to Scale Clean Hydrogen Technology
Calgary-based Ayrton Energy, a developer of liquid organic hydrogen carrier (LOHC) technology, has raised USD $6.8 million in seed financing to advance its innovative approach to delivering clean hydrogen. The funding round was led by Clean Energy Ventures and BDC Capital’s investment arm, with contributions from Antares Ventures, EPS Ventures, SOSV, the51, and UCeed Investment […]