The Creative Destruction Lab (CDL) is a seed-stage acceleration program founded in 2012 at the Rotman School of Management in Toronto, Canada. It is dedicated to supporting massively scalable, science- and technology-based ventures by providing a unique coaching process focused on specific objectives. CDL connects startups with experienced entrepreneurs and leading scientists across various sectors, including artificial intelligence, healthcare, quantum computing, blockchain, energy, and cleantech. The program has expanded its reach, operating in six cities: Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Montreal, Halifax, and New York City, and emphasizes the commercialization of scientific and technological advancements.
SunGreenH2 is a Singapore-based company founded in 2020 that specializes in developing innovative modular green hydrogen technology aimed at revolutionizing hydrogen production. The company has created a high-efficiency electrolyzer system that operates without the use of platinum group metals, relying solely on sunlight and water to generate zero-emission hydrogen. This patented technology facilitates on-site hydrogen generation, making it scalable for various industries, including transportation, building, and specialty chemicals. By focusing on sustainable methods of hydrogen production, SunGreenH2 aims to contribute to global decarbonization efforts and provide accessible energy solutions.
Stockholm Water Technology specializes in creating innovative and sustainable water purification solutions, focusing on capacitive deionization technology. The company combines advanced nanotechnology materials with smart engineering to develop a patented, membrane-free approach to water desalination. This technology is designed to achieve high water recovery rates while minimizing energy consumption and costs, making it a viable option for clients seeking efficient water cleansing and desalination methods. By integrating both hardware and software, Stockholm Water Technology enhances the overall functionality of its systems, promoting environmentally friendly practices in water management.
Flux Marine specializes in developing electric marine propulsion systems designed to enhance performance while minimizing environmental impact. The company focuses on creating electric boat motors that utilize solid-state components to achieve zero emissions, thereby reducing pollution in marine environments. By prioritizing efficiency and sustainability, Flux Marine's motors not only enhance transport capabilities but also significantly lower noise and air pollution. Additionally, these propulsion systems are virtually maintenance-free, contributing to a reduced carbon footprint and promoting cleaner practices within the marine industry.
SafetyNet Technologies Ltd manufactures light-emitting bycatch-reduction technology electronic devices for the fishing industry. Its product Pisces is a kit of lights that you attach to your fishing gear which uses artificial light technology to alter the behavior of fish and other marine species to catch particular species. SafetyNet Technologies Ltd was incorporated in 2011 and is based in London, United Kingdom.
Brilliant Matters is a developer and manufacturer focused on providing advanced materials for printed electronics. Founded by material scientists, the company addresses the demand for a reliable supply of next-generation organic semiconductors. Utilizing innovative chemical processes, Brilliant Matters specializes in creating proprietary materials that support the production of organic solar cells, photodetectors, thin-film transistors, and electrochromic devices. Their commitment to developing environmentally friendly solutions positions them as a valuable partner for manufacturers in the electronics sector.
SpinDrive specializes in the development of advanced levitation technology, focusing on magnetic bearing systems that enhance energy efficiency while promoting oil-free solutions. Their innovative systems include magnetic bearing sensors that monitor shaft positioning and relay this information to a magnetic bearing controller. This technology allows clients to significantly improve system efficiency, reduce material consumption, and lower maintenance costs, making it a valuable solution for industries seeking sustainable and efficient operational practices.
Nectar is a company focused on enhancing the health of honey bees and supporting beekeepers through a specialized apiary management platform. This platform utilizes sensors and artificial intelligence to optimize beekeeping operations, allowing beekeepers to provide timely and appropriate care for their colonies. By facilitating communication between bees and beekeepers, Nectar aims to strengthen the relationship between the two, ultimately improving the effectiveness of honey bee pollination on crops. The technology offers key measurements that help beekeepers minimize losses, save time, and cultivate robust apiaries, contributing to sustainable beekeeping practices.
EHVA offers automation solutions and test services to break the bottleneck of integrated photonics R&D and production. EHVA is a spin-off from the Center for optics, photonics, and lasers (COPL), a world-class photonics research center.
Salo Sciences is focused on addressing climate change and biodiversity loss through innovative technology. The company develops a climate technology platform that employs high-resolution remote sensing and artificial intelligence to monitor ecosystem health across vast areas at a low cost. By utilizing satellite data, Salo Sciences enables environmental stakeholders to track forest changes, quantify carbon stocks, and assess wildfire risks. This comprehensive monitoring capability allows organizations to improve land stewardship and implement effective conservation and restoration strategies. Ultimately, Salo Sciences aims to enhance sustainability efforts and promote climate resilience, making a significant contribution to the natural climate system.
Breathe Battery Technologies is a developer of electric vehicle battery charging control software for automotive manufacturers. The software improves battery capacity by 5% and allows for twice more uses in the battery’s lifetime, without requiring any costly or time consuming hardware changes.
Up to 15% of the world’s total energy is spent on industrial-scale chemical separations. This is economically and environmentally inefficient. SEPPURE is disrupting the energy-intensive chemical separation processes, such as distillation and evaporation, through the introduction of novel chemical-resistant nanofiltration membranes. SEPPURE’s sustainable process does not use heat, thus lowering global energy use, emissions, and pollution substantially.
ALT TEX is focused on producing sustainable textiles by regenerating post-industrial food waste into bio-plastic fibers. The company aims to replace traditional polyester with its innovative materials, which are created through a chemical process that transforms food waste, destined for landfills, into usable bioplastics. This approach not only addresses textile waste but also provides the fashion industry with a viable alternative to synthetic fabrics. By utilizing food waste, ALT TEX contributes to reducing environmental impact and promoting circular economy principles within the textile sector.
Capacitech Energy is an energy storage component company based in Orlando, Florida, specializing in cable-based energy storage products, particularly the cable-based capacitor (CBC). Founded in 2016, the company designs its capacitors to be easily customizable, which allows for the miniaturization of electronic devices while reducing manufacturing costs. The CBC is constructed on the surface of a copper wire, facilitating its integration into existing designs without the need for redesign. This adaptability enables various industries, especially in e-mobility applications, to enhance the performance and longevity of their products by complementing traditional batteries with innovative energy storage solutions.
Sublime Energie specializes in the transportation and liquefaction of biogas, offering innovative solutions aimed at reducing reliance on fossil fuels. The company utilizes proprietary technology combined with a refrigeration recycling system to enhance the processes of biogas collection, purification, and conditioning. By providing these services, Sublime Energie supports its clients in improving agricultural resilience and energy sovereignty, contributing to a more sustainable energy landscape.
Aquark Technologies specializes in the development of compact cold-atom systems aimed at advancing quantum applications such as atomic clocks, sensors, and navigation systems. The company employs a unique laser geometry technique, stemming from over a decade of proprietary research at the University of Southampton, to miniaturize these systems to the size of a matchbox. This innovation enables the creation of plug-and-play quantum devices that offer portability and support the integration of quantum technologies into everyday life, paving the way for the next generation of quantum sensing and computing solutions.
ECOncrete Tech LTD. is a company based in Tel-Aviv, Israel, that specializes in developing and manufacturing innovative concrete products aimed at enhancing the ecological and biological value of coastal and marine infrastructures. The company's offerings include precast units, concrete additives, and ecological armoring units designed to protect against sea wave forces. Additionally, ECOncrete provides tide pools that mimic natural water ponds, enhanced sea walls that integrate with coastal infrastructure, ecological pile encapsulation as an alternative to standard methods, and bio-active walls that promote rapid plant growth on buildings. These products not only contribute to environmental sustainability but also offer structural benefits, increasing stability and longevity while reducing maintenance costs.
Adaviv is a predictive agriculture company focused on enhancing urban farming sustainability through advanced technology. By utilizing hardware-enabled solutions powered by artificial intelligence and computer vision, Adaviv monitors plant health continuously, uncovering hidden biometrics that inform growers with actionable insights. This approach facilitates disease prevention, rapid experimentation, and optimization of yields and quality, ultimately helping producers to grow more efficiently and sustainably. Founded by a team of MIT researchers and alumni, Adaviv has participated in prestigious entrepreneurship programs, including MIT Delta V and MIT DesignX, and has received support from Microsoft AI for Earth as one of its initial grantees.
Breezi.io, Inc. is a company that specializes in developing and manufacturing wireless devices designed to monitor the health of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Founded in 2016 and based in Pittsboro, North Carolina, Breezi offers products such as AirPulse, which tracks the condition of air filters and other HVAC equipment. The company's solutions cater to both residential and commercial property owners, enabling them to detect potential issues with their HVAC systems before they escalate into more significant problems. Through its innovative approach, Breezi aims to enhance the efficiency and reliability of smart home technologies.
We're developing the technology and equipment to become the world's leaders in pharmaceutical ingredient recovery. Pharmaceuticals enter the environment from all areas of the supply chain, from manufactures to patients. The active ingredients are very stable and often pass though waste treatment facilities intact. We have developed processes to capture and rework these products back into raw materials that can be reused by the pharmaceutical industry.
Developer of HVAC energy efficiency system designed to manage the temperature in commercial buildings. The company's system utilizes artificial intelligence, the internet of things, and machine learning algorithms to optimize the heating and cooling systems while providing each person with their preferred temperatures throughout the entire day, enabling commercial offices to reduce energy usage, save electricity bills, and provide a comfortable working.
Blue Ocean Gear’s team of world-class submarine and rocket scientists designs and builds GPS tracking buoys capable of surviving the brutal operational demands of the modern fixed gear fisher. Our patented SmartBuoy product suite allows fishers to track and monitor data from their gear anytime and anywhere, enhancing operational efficiency and profitability by reducing both fuel costs and lost gear. Our products also directly address the environmental impacts of lost gear and entanglements.
XFlow Energy manufactures vertical-axis wind turbines (VAWTs) that reduce the cost of wind energy generation. XFlow Energy’s unique rotor design eliminates the structural failure modes common to VAWTs while simultaneously maintaining high efficiency and low manufacturing costs. XFlow also offers engineering consulting, prototyping, and testing services for renewable energy systems.
EV Biotech B.V., founded in 2018 and based in Groningen, the Netherlands, specializes in the development of microbial cell factories for producing various organic compounds. The company employs computational modeling and genetic engineering to create optimized microbial strains, enabling the efficient production of molecules and precursors. By leveraging fermentation and advanced microbiological techniques, EV Biotech aims to transform the chemical feedstock market from traditional petrochemical sources to sustainable biological alternatives. Its innovative solutions cater to diverse industries, including flavor and fragrance, biomaterials, agriculture, and pharmaceuticals, addressing the need for environmentally friendly manufacturing methods.
Geckomatics helps businesses and governments gain insights in public space assets. They are uniquely able to offer you services on up-to-date data and flexibility.The Geckomatics user interface operates in the cloud. Our secure platform is scalable and users are sure to always have the latest update.
FTEX specializes in the development of advanced powertrains for electric vehicles (EVs), specifically utilizing next-generation GaNFET technology. This innovation enhances the performance and range of EVs by up to 30%. The company focuses on creating smart, connected drive systems for light electric vehicles, offering a range of functionalities through its mobile operating systems. These features include location tracking, usage diagnostics, remote locking, collision detection, service capabilities, and theft insurance. By integrating novel technology and standards, FTEX aims to improve the user experience and overall performance of personal electric vehicles through the deployment of sophisticated motor controllers.
Developer of software monitoring system designed to increase the resilience and reduce the maintenance costs of universal transverse mercator systems. The company's software platform monitors the health, integrity, and performance of the systems involved in scaled AAM (Advanced Air Mobility) operations, with customers spanning federal, state, and commercial organizations, it orchestrates the mitigation of off-nominal situations and assists with automated contingency management, it monitors the health, integrity, and performance of the systems involved in scaled BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line of Sight) operations, enabling organizations to meet the FAA's (Federal Aviation Administration)more
Lucent Biosciences specializes in the development of innovative biofertilizers aimed at enhancing agricultural sustainability. The company offers a unique class of micronutrient fertilizers that promote higher crop yields and nutrient levels while being environmentally friendly. Their products are designed to improve soil health and sequester carbon, contributing to climate-positive farming practices. By utilizing sustainable bioactive crop nutrition, Lucent Biosciences enables farmers to cultivate nutrient-dense crops without polluting groundwater, thereby supporting regenerative agriculture and reducing overall costs per hectare.
Developer of superconductors designed to make the stellarator simple, fusion electricity cheap and MRI a routine medical check-up. The company's high-temperature superconductors (HTS) for use in stellarator plasma devices and medical imaging, put fusion electricity in the grid, enabling clients to make the stellarator simple and fusion electricity cheap.
Ascribe Bioscience develops products that enable farmers to combat crop pathogens without negative impacts on the environment. The company is currently developing a seed treatment product that acts by boosting crops’ natural defenses.
Hydromea is a developer of a portable underwater robotics ecosystem designed to enhance access to submerged assets and data in underwater environments. The company offers a scalable multi-robot inspection and sensing system that can be permanently installed at sea or deployed from mobile autonomous crafts. This technology is equipped with in-house developed sensors that can be customized for various drones, enabling efficient data collection both onshore and offshore. Hydromea's focus on portability, affordability, and ruggedness allows its systems to withstand hostile underwater conditions, facilitating regular inspections, environmental measurements, and emergency responses. By providing faster data points at low costs, Hydromea delivers valuable insights to companies operating in marine environments.
Spark Thermionics develops an innovative energy-generation device that aims to replace traditional power production methods. The company's technology employs heat-to-electricity converters utilizing thermionic energy conversion, allowing for efficient power generation from various fuel sources. This system operates quietly and is designed to scale from small-scale applications producing watts to larger setups generating megawatts. By providing an efficient and adaptable solution, Spark Thermionics seeks to deliver cleaner, more affordable, and reliable electricity to users worldwide.
Developer of nanotechnology designed for the agriculture industry. The company's technology improves food safety through the development of novel methods for cleaning and sanitizing, enabling clients with the feasibility of employing nanotechnology to replace traditional post-harvest chlorine wash.
Dynamhex operates an emission monitoring platform that provides detailed insights into energy consumption data for individuals, corporations, and government entities. The platform enables users to measure their emission footprints and develop effective reduction strategies aligned with science-based targets. By employing geospatial analytics and advanced visualization techniques, Dynamhex helps city governments and businesses make informed, environmentally responsible decisions. This functionality supports climate leaders in their efforts to combat climate change by facilitating timely and data-driven decision-making.
Edgehog specializes in anti-reflection technology aimed at improving the viewing experience of electronic displays. The company has developed a scalable method for fabricating bio-inspired nanostructures directly onto the native glass or plastic surfaces of displays. This innovative approach achieves uniform anti-reflectivity across the visible spectrum, significantly reducing glare in various environments. By implementing this technology, Edgehog enhances the usability of devices such as smartphones and watches, allowing users to see displays clearly even in bright outdoor sunlight. Additionally, their solution decreases the display's brightness while preserving high contrast and extending battery life, thereby providing a more efficient viewing experience.
ThermoAI develops advanced machine learning algorithms and sensor technology aimed at optimizing industrial combustion processes in power plants. By leveraging IoT and artificial intelligence, the company enhances the efficiency of chemical reactions, addressing critical factors such as moisture content, atmospheric pressure, and air intake levels. Their systems continuously monitor these variables to achieve near-perfect combustion, which leads to significant fuel savings, increased energy output, extended lifespan of costly equipment, and reduced emissions. ThermoAI's solutions enable plant operators to model and enhance their operations, ultimately improving overall performance and sustainability.
Developer of spacecraft propulsion and communication technology based out in Tampa, Florida. The company's products include plasma thrusters, signal processing, signal enhancement, and symbol-aware emitter fingerprinting, enabling clients with LEO and GEO communication systems at a fraction of the cost of conventional dishes, readily deployed worldwide.
Freshr Technologies, formally known as Impactful Health Research and Development Inc., specializes in the development of compostable packaging solutions aimed at extending the shelf life of fresh fish. Established in 2017 and based in Montréal, Canada, the company focuses on creating active packaging materials from naturally-derived resources. These innovative materials help preserve the texture and quality of fish by maintaining its water content and targeting harmful bacteria, thereby enabling fish processing companies to minimize waste. Additionally, Freshr's solutions contribute to reducing organic waste and plastic pollution, while also decreasing reliance on petrochemicals and lowering greenhouse gas emissions. By addressing the challenges faced by retailers, exporters, and processors in the seafood industry, Freshr Technologies promotes sustainability and efficiency in food preservation.
Developer of wind and solar-powered autonomous boats intended to provide real-time data and information to protect the oceans. The company's boats are equipped with sensors and cameras to make oceanic observations and instantly relay them, offering a safe, efficient, and affordable way of collecting data compared to conventional crewed vessels, enabling clients to monitor ocean traffic, watch for illegal fishing, collect information on marine mammals and understand the impacts of climate change.
Operator of a carbon technology platform intended to reduce pollution and maintain economic growth. The company's platform automates the environmental audit using proprietary technology that is backed by blockchain to decrease costs, enabling clients to reduce carbon emissions to create valuable carbon offsets.
Developer of a data management platform designed to help the energy industry optimize its emission reduction strategies. The company's platform focuses on enterprise management of methane data, collating and synthesizing data from any emissions sensor, automatically generating regulatory compliance reports, and suggesting steps to reduce pollution, enabling energy firms to gain insights into methane measurement data, and emissions reductions at lower costs.
Developer of a technology-based platform designed to enhance performance via sustainable and economic carbon nanofibers. The company's platform has developed a proprietary chemical process technology to convert carbon dioxide and waste heat from power plants into high-strength carbon fiber, enabling industries to use greenhouse gas feedstocks annually and turning them into sustainable and valuable solid commodities.
Nth Cycle is a start-up focused on transforming the electronics manufacturing supply chain through innovative low-cost recycling methods. The company aims to shift the industry from a linear material model to a more efficient circular model, thereby reducing dependence on overseas mining and refining of rare earth and specialty metals. By developing an electrochemical recycling device, Nth Cycle enables the reclamation of valuable metals from end-of-life electronic devices, creating a secure domestic source for these materials. This approach not only supports the manufacturing sector but also contributes to advancements in clean energy, addressing the growing demand for sustainable practices in the recycling and electronics industries.
EnviCore is an innovative research and development company focused on sustainable wastewater treatment solutions, particularly in the context of mining operations. The company has developed technologies that aim to transform the treatment of mining tailings, offering environmentally friendly and cost-effective alternatives that enhance performance and efficiency. By utilizing low-cost, eco-friendly reagents, EnviCore's solutions can be seamlessly integrated into existing tailings treatment facilities, thereby reducing the demand for freshwater resources. This approach not only minimizes the environmental impact associated with mining waste but also supports mining operators in pursuing resource development in a more responsible manner.
Copperstone Technologies specializes in providing innovative solutions for large mining companies to manage the liabilities and safety costs associated with tailings ponds. The company has developed a specialized field robot, known as HELIX, which can safely access tailings ponds to deploy sensors and sampling payloads. This technology minimizes human risk by keeping personnel out of hazardous areas, while also enhancing operational efficiency and reducing costs. Additionally, Copperstone's expertise in electrical and mechanical design, along with advanced robotic systems, allows it to offer robotics-as-a-service for data collection in remote or dangerous environments. This capability enables clients to monitor the performance of their equipment effectively, ensuring operational integrity in challenging locations.
Evercloak Inc., founded in 2018 and based in Waterloo, Canada, specializes in the production of ultra-thin graphene and other two-dimensional nanomaterial films. The company employs an economical and energy-efficient manufacturing process to create continuous coatings of single-layer nanomaterials. By utilizing an advanced manufacturing platform, Evercloak produces ultra-thin nanomaterial membranes that support clean technology applications. These innovations aim to lower costs, reduce energy consumption, and decrease greenhouse gas emissions across various sectors, including oil and gas, nuclear energy, mining, and agri-food.
Developer of thermal batteries designed to support the widespread integration of renewable resources on the electricity grid. The company's batteries use solar panels to efficiently convert heat energy to electric energy and also electrify heavy industry with thermal energy storage for zero-carbon heat and power, enabling users to ensure convenient, sustainable and reliable electricity on a global scale while reducing carbon emissions.
Gibli Tech, founded in 2019 and based in Halifax, Canada, specializes in developing aerodynamic sensors designed to enhance athletic performance. The company focuses on providing real-time feedback for cyclists and triathletes, allowing them to validate equipment and position changes effectively. By optimizing aerodynamics, Gibli's sensors enable athletes to achieve immediate improvements without the need for additional equipment or extensive training time. This innovative approach offers athletes crucial insights during training and racing, helping them optimize their riding position and achieve significant efficiency gains.
Operator of an agri-tech machine-learning platform designed to assist in farming and sourcing decisions. The company's platform uses space technology to assist in global sustainability goals by applying satellite imagery and data to provide insights into agriculture and forestry, enabling growers and supply chain companies to get value-added benefits and assistance in the detection of problems in sectors such as agriculture, forestry, water, oil, and gas.
Synergia Biotech is a cleantech venture that uses a community of microbes to remove CO2 from the atmosphere and produce a natural, vibrant blue pigment (phycocyanin) that can replace chemical coloring additives in the food and cosmetic industries. Synergia Biotech’s technology is backed by years of cutting-edge scientific research in ecology, microbiology, and engineering. Blue is one of the rarest colors found in nature and phycocyanin has emerged as the most viable source to replace chemical and synthetic versions in industry. From removing carbon dioxide in the atmosphere to recycling nutrients and water in our system, Synergia Biotech is poised to be a global leader in climate-positive technology.
EcoPackers Inc. is a Toronto-based company established in 2018 that specializes in the production and sale of biodegradable packaging materials. The company focuses on creating eco-resins derived from plants, offering a 100% biodegradable alternative to traditional plastic inputs. These eco-resins enable plastic manufacturers globally to develop innovative, non-toxic, and compostable single-use packaging solutions. Through its commitment to sustainability, EcoPackers aims to reduce the environmental impact of plastic packaging.
G2V's founding mission is to develop and commercialize technology that will enable food production for a growing population while significantly reducing fresh water and land use. We do this by improving yield, quality, and operating costs for commercial growers by providing efficient 'engineered sunlight'. Our advanced technology provides greenhouses, vertical farms, and home growers with multi-zone lighting and plant monitoring, allowing a grower to keep tabs on their entire crop. We are obsessed with using new technology to make a difference and continue to develop some of the most dynamic and innovative new products for the horticulture market.
Yotta Energy Inc. is a manufacturer of innovative solar storage solutions based in Austin, Texas, established in 2016. The company specializes in the SolarLEAF, a modular energy storage device that integrates seamlessly with photovoltaic panels, designed to lower costs and enhance the development of energy storage and grid resiliency. The SolarLEAF features passive thermal regulation, providing efficiency and ease of installation compared to traditional centralized systems. Additionally, Yotta Energy offers SolarPLEXUS, a gateway that streamlines information flow within the storage system, allowing for automated management and optimization of individual SolarLEAF units. The company also provides a software platform that aggregates energy potential from various systems, aiding utilities in grid management and enabling system owners to optimize their energy usage and reduce costs. Yotta Energy serves a diverse clientele, including commercial businesses, remote sites, and emerging economies, focusing on enhancing energy solutions and sustainability.
Developer of an operational intelligence platform intended to optimize water treatment with artificial intelligence. The company's platform leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning that integrates with existing equipment and control systems, enabling plant owners and operators to log in and see how to optimize their plant's energy consumption, chemical usage, up-time, equipment life, and operational costs.
BlueGrid specializes in developing advanced technologies for monitoring and managing remote business-critical infrastructure. The company's flagship platform, RimotRF, utilizes Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) technology to provide a comprehensive remote monitoring solution. This service is designed to minimize downtime, disruptions, and maintenance costs for vital operations. Additionally, BlueGrid is innovating in the marine sector with its vessel-to-grid technology, which enhances marine electrification by delivering real-time intelligence. This technology supports marine vessels and utilities in planning and optimizing their operations for charging and carbon credit management, thereby maximizing both environmental and economic value. Based in Dartmouth, Canada, BlueGrid is committed to providing effective solutions for diverse industries.
Infinite Composites Technologies (ICT) specializes in the development and manufacturing of advanced composite pressure vessels and structures. Founded in 2010, the company aims to transform composite pressure vessel technology to facilitate its widespread adoption, particularly in the aerospace and transportation sectors. ICT's innovative gas storage systems are designed to hold more fuel weight than their own cylinder weight, making them especially suitable for weight-sensitive applications such as launch vehicles, satellites, and spacecraft. The company is committed to continuous improvement, striving to meet and exceed customer and industry quality standards while delivering fault-free products. Through its advanced technologies, ICT plays a crucial role in supporting space exploration and promoting sustainable transport solutions.
Seatrec is a clean energy company focused on generating electricity from temperature differences in ocean waters. Founded in 2012 by Dr. Yi Chao, the company has developed patented thermal engine technologies that harness these natural temperature variations to provide renewable power for oceanographic research equipment such as drones, floats, and gliders. By utilizing Seatrec's innovative systems, researchers can significantly extend the operational life of their equipment while achieving cost savings and enhancing data collection capabilities. This technology enables the deployment of more sensors, facilitating greater insights into oceanographic research without producing emissions or waste.
Click Materials Corp., now known as Miru Smart Technologies, is a Vancouver-based company specializing in advanced materials and innovative thin film production. Founded in 2011, the company focuses on manufacturing films that enhance energy efficiency, particularly through products like electrochromic windows, which can switch between clear and opaque states using electricity. This technology is designed for smart home applications and aims to lower power consumption. With a foundation in over a decade of academic and industrial research, Miru Smart Technologies is advancing its fabrication processes and establishing strategic partnerships across residential, commercial, and automotive sectors to optimize performance while reducing manufacturing costs.
CleanO2 Carbon Capture Technologies is set to change the heating industry. In 2007, the founders of CleanO2 CCT began developing technology that would have a positive impact in the industry. Now, 9 years later, the company have deployed the residential carbon capture device in Alberta, Canada and have expanded the technology on a global scale. The company has developed an aggregated commercial carbon capture device called CARBiNX, a sleek, carbon munching addition to businesses. Reducing energy demands through heat recovery and using the carbon capture process to create a valuable by-product. CleanO2 Carbon Capture Technologies was founded on 2013 and is headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
Developer of perovskite solar cells intended to accelerate the widespread implementation of sustainable solar energy. The company's cells offer a multi-junction solar cell using large-scale production methods and materials, enabling clients to get low-cost, versatile and efficient solar cell technologies.
Grid energy on-the-go. The grid holds vast, clean, low-cost energy. Until now, there's been no practical method to tap the grid while moving at high speed. Electric Sky is changing that, developing new techniques for transmitting higher energy over longer distances. We're exploring power-hungry applications like space launch, electric aircraft, UAMs (Urban Air Mobility vehicles), UAVs (drones), electric trucks & cars, UUVs (Unmanned Underwater Vehicles), robotics, handheld power tools, and portable consumer electronic devices. Our customers will appreciate lower costs; the planet will appreciate zero emissions.
Developer of products and services designed for non-traditional space customers. The company's ground-based launch technology offers science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education tools, curriculum, and other resources, enabling students to reimagine space and show them there are multiple paths and careers related to space.
Greyparrot provides AI-based waste recognition software to power next-generation smart systems that will monitor & sort waste at scale. Our mission is to digitise waste & create a world where waste is captured & reused in the most effective way. Our vision is of a fully digitised, automated and transparent waste system to unlock the financial value of waste, which will in turn keep our planet clean for generations to come.
Bluefield Technologies Inc. specializes in developing microsatellite sensors that monitor methane emissions globally. The company utilizes a combination of backpack-sized satellites and artificial intelligence imaging to detect and analyze methane leaks, providing real-time data to various industries, including oil and gas, environmental regulation, and intelligence. Its platform offers subscription-based access to alerts and analytics, assisting clients in tracking climate change and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Founded in 2017 and based in Palo Alto, California, Bluefield aims to enhance emissions monitoring and contribute to environmental sustainability.
Element 16 Technologies, founded in 2016 and based in Glendale, California, specializes in high-temperature heat energy storage systems aimed at enhancing energy efficiency for commercial and industrial facilities. The company has developed an innovative thermal energy storage technology that utilizes a molten sulfur mixture, replacing traditional molten salts and thermal oils. This advancement allows customers to minimize wasted heat in cogeneration plants, thereby improving overall efficiency and significantly reducing their carbon footprint. Through its solutions, Element 16 Technologies seeks to provide cost-effective energy management options that contribute to sustainability in the energy sector.
Eavor Technologies Inc. is a geothermal technology company based in Calgary, Canada, founded in 2017. It focuses on creating a clean and reliable energy future through its innovative Eavor-Loop™ system, which extracts heat from deep within the Earth for commercial heating and electricity generation. This system employs advanced drilling techniques and integrates existing commercial components in a novel configuration, allowing for scalable and steady green power production. Eavor's technology circulates a benign working fluid in a closed loop, isolating it from the environment while harvesting heat from geologically accessible rock temperatures. The company also operates the Eavor-Lite™ Demonstration Project as a prototype for its technology suite, addressing challenges traditionally associated with geothermal energy.
Sankoya Technologies specializes in innovative sanitation solutions, focusing on the development of a next-generation toilet that transforms human waste into pathogen-free ash. By employing an intellectual property licensing strategy, the company aims to integrate its off-the-grid sanitation technology into various sanitation services. This approach is designed to address the needs of over 2.5 billion people globally who lack access to basic toilet infrastructure and reliable sanitation facilities, particularly in areas with limited resources. Through its efforts, Sankoya seeks to improve hygiene and health outcomes in underserved communities.
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SaluTech develops a conductive biomaterial (CBM) to treat the underlying cause of the arrhythmia. This CBM has the ability to reduce/diminish arrhythmia while being nontoxic, biocompatible, and inexpensive to produce.
Click Materials Corp., now known as Miru Smart Technologies, is a Vancouver-based company specializing in advanced materials and innovative thin film production. Founded in 2011, the company focuses on manufacturing films that enhance energy efficiency, particularly through products like electrochromic windows, which can switch between clear and opaque states using electricity. This technology is designed for smart home applications and aims to lower power consumption. With a foundation in over a decade of academic and industrial research, Miru Smart Technologies is advancing its fabrication processes and establishing strategic partnerships across residential, commercial, and automotive sectors to optimize performance while reducing manufacturing costs.
Everest Labs is advancing the waste management industry using modern technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Computer Vision and Robotics. Our solutions increase the quality of marketable recyclables and reduces dependency on human labor while enabling top line and bottom line revenue growth for waste management companies. Our Master Plan: To reduce fossil fuels burn rate by empowering manufacturers and packaging industry to use more recycled materials in their inputs and sustainable packaging. We started by solving problems at recycling plants using AI and robotics. Our vision is to become the trusted leader in AI and Robotics in complex environments such as the waste management industry.
Qubit Engineering provides wind farm developers with optimized turbine layout designs that minimize inter-turbine wake effects. This significantly improves the return of investment since more power would be generated by the wind farm and asset fatigue due to wake turbulence would be minimized. Our proprietary Quantum Enhanced optimization algorithms allows for a bird’s eye view of the plan site (all potential building sites, wind statistics, and land properties), and automatically selects the optimum locations of the wind farm’s turbines.
eggXYt is a biotechnology company focused on the early detection of chick embryo sex immediately after eggs are laid. The company has developed a non-invasive technology that utilizes a gene-editing method to add a genetic marker to eggs, which allows male embryos to glow under a scanner. This innovation enables poultry farms to identify and incubate only female eggs, thereby optimizing resources and reducing the need to wait several weeks to determine the sex of the chicks. By facilitating the immediate repurposing of male eggs, eggXYt’s technology aims to enhance efficiency in poultry production while keeping the eggs within the food industry.
Jaza Energy Inc. specializes in developing integrated solar energy solutions for off-grid communities. Founded in 2015 and based in Halifax, Canada, the company designs and constructs central solar energy hubs that offer affordable and reliable electricity access to hundreds of households. These hubs charge portable battery packs, which residents use to power essential devices such as lights and phones. Additionally, the energy hubs provide electricity to anchored loads, including water systems, shops, schools, and other community infrastructure. By eliminating the need for kerosene and reducing travel for charging devices, Jaza Energy aims to enhance the quality of life in underserved areas by creating a sustainable network of renewable energy resources.
Nano-Lit Technologies specializes in the design and manufacture of smart lighting products aimed at enhancing health and well-being while significantly reducing energy consumption. The company focuses on creating tunable, full-spectrum circadian rhythm lighting that helps individuals realign with their natural biological rhythms. This innovative approach not only optimizes the visual environment for the human eye but also seeks to improve productivity and engagement across various sectors, including government, offshore, general office workplaces, and healthcare. By prioritizing both environmental sustainability and human health, Nano-Lit Technologies positions itself as a leader in the smart lighting industry.
Genecis is an early-stage organic waste processing startup that uses biotechnology to convert waste into biodegradeable plastics and other high value materials. Genecis is headquartered in Scarborough, Canada.
Graphite Innovation & Technologies is a prominent Canadian materials engineering firm dedicated to advancing the use of graphene and nanomaterials. The company specializes in developing innovative applications for these materials, leveraging its proprietary "bottom up" production process to create high-quality graphene. By owning the intellectual property related to this process, Graphite Innovation & Technologies ensures that it can deliver customized engineered materials tailored to specific client needs. The firm focuses on reducing production costs while enhancing the properties of graphene, enabling businesses to integrate these advanced materials into their products. With expertise in dispersion and product integration, Graphite Innovation & Technologies provides comprehensive solutions that empower clients to enhance their offerings with the unique characteristics of graphene.
Biome Renewables is a design and engineering firm that specializes in renewable energy solutions. The company focuses on optimizing wind power through innovative turbine retrofit designs that enhance energy generation efficiency. By employing a biomimetic design process, Biome Renewables continuously improves its products to maximize annual energy production and reduce power wastage. Their mission is to harness insights derived from nature's extensive research and development over billions of years, aiming to set new standards in the renewable energy sector. Through rigorous design and innovative thinking, Biome Renewables provides clients with sustainable energy sources that promote efficient production.
IPT is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing bio-friendly products based on protein molecules found in nature for commercial and home use. Founded by recent graduates from the University of Guelph and University of Waterloo, Innovative Protein Technologies is a startup biotechnology company looking to reap the benefits of nature's vast diversity of protective strategies and the molecules behind the scenes that make them work. Focusing on crop protection, our flagship technology "Frost Armour" aims to provide a food-safe and environmentally friendly solution to shielding valuable crops from the devastating effects of frost damage.
Mangrove Water Technologies Ltd. specializes in the development of a wastewater desalination system that effectively treats and purifies contaminated well water. The company's innovative technology converts saline wastewater and waste gases into desalinated water and value-added chemicals, which can be utilized on-site, specifically for oil and gas field applications. Established in 2017 and headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, Mangrove has successfully advanced its technology from a laboratory concept to a commercial-scale field pilot over the past four years. The technology was initially developed by the Wilkinson research group at the University of British Columbia, with support from various Canadian funding organizations. Its modular and mobile design allows for versatile applications, making it a significant player in the field of water treatment and resource recovery.
Terrapin Geothermics focuses on harnessing heat to create profitable energy solutions, specifically targeting industrial waste heat and deep geothermal resources. By employing advanced technology and expertise, the company maps available waste heat and aligns it with state-of-the-art technologies to generate emission-free energy. Terrapin's approach not only helps industries optimize their processes but also supports their transition to a net-zero world. The company builds robust financial models to facilitate sound investment decisions, enabling clients to leverage renewable energy sources effectively while enhancing their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) commitments. Through these initiatives, Terrapin aims to drive value for its clients and partners in an increasingly challenging economic landscape.
Carbon Upcycling Technologies (“CUT”) was formed to use the pollution of today to build the materials of tomorrow by converting CO2 gas into solid products. CUT sells advanced solid products derived from greenhouse emissions and cheaply available solids. Since 2014, CUT has scaled its ability to capture CO2 emissions from point sources, such as power plants, by over a million times and has technically validated the performance of its end products in over 10 different industrial markets. Through its portfolio of CO2-derived solid nanoparticles, CUT has technically validated its solutions for use in the plastics, coatings, epoxy, adhesives, concrete, lithium-ion battery, and pharmaceutical industries. CUT commercialized a corrosion-resistant coating, utilizing its nanoparticles, in 2017, becoming the youngest CO2 utilization company to generate commercial revenue (<2.5 years since inception) and has since been confirmed as one of the top CO2 utilization companies in the world as one of the 10 Carbon X-Prize Finalists. CUT has been named as a Solar Impulse Efficient Solution label recipient, a funding recipient of Fundación Repsol Entrepreneurs Fund, and a winner of the 2019 76West Clean Technology Competition.
EnergyX Solutions Inc. is a technology company based in Toronto, Canada, that specializes in energy management and conservation. Established in 2016, it offers an innovative software platform designed for energy providers, facilitating customer engagement in energy efficiency programs. The platform, known as MyEnergyXpert, conducts online energy audits and acts as a marketplace, enabling utilities and energy retailers to effectively involve customers. It automates personalized interactions with users and employs artificial intelligence to generate tailored recommendations. Additionally, the platform equips program managers with real-time tracking of customer journeys, along with insights and recommendations for future program development. EnergyX aims to simplify energy savings initiatives for both residential and commercial clients, believing that its solutions can significantly contribute to reducing global greenhouse gas emissions.
Ecoation Innovation Solutions specializes in providing greenhouse growers with advanced tools for the early detection of pests, diseases, and nutrient deficiencies that can impact crop value. By harnessing proprietary artificial intelligence and plant signal data, Ecoation's system delivers daily updates on crop health directly to growers through desktop and smartphone applications. This technology empowers growers to take prompt actions that enhance crop value, lower operating costs, and minimize pesticide usage. Based in Canada, Ecoation's innovative platform integrates elements of biology, automation, sensing, and robotics, aiming to transform agricultural practices and improve overall crop productivity. The company is currently conducting paid field trials in British Columbia greenhouses to demonstrate the effectiveness of its solutions.
Jaza Energy Inc. specializes in developing integrated solar energy solutions for off-grid communities. Founded in 2015 and based in Halifax, Canada, the company designs and constructs central solar energy hubs that offer affordable and reliable electricity access to hundreds of households. These hubs charge portable battery packs, which residents use to power essential devices such as lights and phones. Additionally, the energy hubs provide electricity to anchored loads, including water systems, shops, schools, and other community infrastructure. By eliminating the need for kerosene and reducing travel for charging devices, Jaza Energy aims to enhance the quality of life in underserved areas by creating a sustainable network of renewable energy resources.
VoltSafe is a manufacturer of innovative electrical power connectors designed to enhance the charging experience for vehicles. The company's flagship product, the VoltSafe Winter power plug, features a unique design that uses magnets for easy connection and disconnection. This intuitive technology allows the plug to automatically engage the electrical current when connected and to turn off instantly when detached, ensuring complete safety for users. By integrating advanced hardware and software, VoltSafe aims to revolutionize the way people interact with electricity, promoting both convenience and safety in various applications, including smart city infrastructures.
GBatteries Systems Inc. is a Canadian company focused on developing advanced battery management technology aimed at enhancing the performance and longevity of lithium-ion batteries. Their innovative solutions enable electric vehicles to charge rapidly, significantly reducing charging times to levels comparable to refueling a gasoline vehicle. This technology improves both the charge time and cycle life of batteries, allowing electric vehicle users to enjoy a more efficient and convenient experience without altering the battery's chemistry or manufacturing process. By addressing key challenges in battery degradation, GBatteries plays a vital role in facilitating the transition from internal combustion engines to electric vehicles.
H2nanO Inc. is a Canadian company focused on developing advanced wastewater treatment technology for municipal and industrial applications. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Kitchener, with an additional office in Waterloo, the company specializes in creating nonmaterial and nanotechnology products designed to effectively treat hard-to-degrade water contaminants. H2nanO's innovative approach utilizes light-activated processes, enabling safe discharge and reuse of treated water.
Greenlid specializes in creating fully compostable organic waste containers designed to replace single-use plastics. Their products are made from 100% post-consumer recycled paper that has reached the end of its lifecycle and can no longer be repurposed for other uses. The Greenlid system comprises two main components: a fully compostable container and a reusable, dishwasher-safe lid that effectively conceals organic waste. By offering these sustainable alternatives, Greenlid facilitates the composting and recycling of household waste, contributing to a reduction in plastic waste and promoting environmentally responsible disposal practices.
Grobo specializes in developing fully automated grow boxes designed for home use, utilizing Internet of Things (IoT) technology to facilitate smart gardening. Their systems employ artificial intelligence and machine learning to optimize plant growth, enhancing yields while reducing growth times. The automated grow boxes feature personalized, app-controlled automatic watering and LED lighting systems, enabling users to cultivate high-quality food and medicinal plants in a virtual indoor environment. By integrating technology into the growing process, Grobo empowers individuals to take control of their health by simplifying the cultivation of safe and fresh plants at home.
Preteckt, Inc. operates a cloud-based platform that specializes in predicting and prescribing maintenance diagnostics for vehicles, catering primarily to connected and autonomous vehicle manufacturers and service providers. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, with an additional location in Hamilton, Canada, Preteckt offers vehicle prognostics-as-a-service (VPaaS) that leverages proprietary real-time automotive data architecture. This architecture employs advanced AI, deep learning, and machine learning algorithms to analyze raw sensor data in real time, enabling users to detect potential issues early and improve maintenance efficiency. By providing a 100x speed advantage over conventional Big Data solutions, Preteckt ensures real-time diagnostics with zero false positives, ultimately helping fleets, municipalities, telematics service providers, and original equipment manufacturers reduce maintenance costs and enhance technician productivity.
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