Sustainable Development Technology Canada

Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) is a venture capital investment firm based in Ottawa, established in 2001. The organization focuses on funding and supporting Canadian cleantech projects, helping companies advance innovative technologies to market. SDTC's investments span various sectors, including agriculture, energy efficiency, green buildings, transportation, and waste management. By fostering the growth of these companies, SDTC aims to create jobs, stimulate economic growth, and generate export opportunities while delivering environmental and health benefits to Canadians. Operating independently, SDTC collaborates with a diverse network of partners from private industry, academia, and government, both domestically and internationally, to enhance the impact of its initiatives. The organization receives funding from the Government of Canada to further its mission.

Timon LeDain

Vice President, Operations

Leo Bever Ph.D

Investment Director

Past deals in Vancouver

Intelligent City

Series A in 2022
Intelligent City Inc., founded in 2008 and based in Vancouver, Canada, specializes in the design and construction of urban housing. The company has developed a technology-enabled building system aimed at providing high-quality multi-family residences that tackle critical urban challenges, including affordability and sustainability. This innovative system integrates the various stages of construction—design, architecture, engineering, and fabrication—into a single platform. By employing the principles of mass customization, Intelligent City combines the benefits of personalized, custom-made products with the cost efficiencies typically associated with mass production, effectively addressing the diverse needs of urban residents.

Terramera

Grant in 2021
Terramera, Inc. is a Canadian company based in Vancouver, founded in 2009, that specializes in developing and manufacturing plant-based pesticides and fertilizers. The company utilizes green chemistry, machine learning, and artificial intelligence to create safer and more effective alternatives to synthetic chemical products. Its product line includes Proof, a solution for eliminating bed bugs and dust mites; Actigate, an organic pesticide; and Rango, a pest control and crop protection product. Terramera's mission is to harness technology to unlock the power of nature, promoting healthier living and making clean food more accessible. The company aims to cultivate safe environments and enhance agricultural practices by providing farmers and growers with sustainable solutions that improve yields while minimizing the use of toxic chemicals.

Ecooation

Grant in 2021
Ecooation is a Vancouver Company.

Axine

Grant in 2021
Axine Water Technologies is a Vancouver-based developer of wastewater treatment technologies and solutions established by founder and Chief Engineer, Colleen Legzdins. They’re specifically focused on overcoming the complex, expensive, and often ineffective nature of today’s incumbent wastewater systems by developing low-cost, energy-efficient solutions for treating dissolved organic pollutants such as phenols, aromatics, acids, dyes, PHPs, dioxins, and pharmaceuticals that enable industrial and municipal customers to reduce costs and improve performance of their wastewater treatment. Their solutions are based on a proprietary electrolytic oxidation technology that treats high concentrations (up to 5000 mg/L COD) of toxic organics, biodegradable organics, ammonia, pathogens, and some inorganics in a single step without chemicals and without producing sludge.

Miru

Grant in 2020
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.

Nano One

Grant in 2020
Nano One Materials Corp. is a Canadian technology company focused on developing and producing high-performance cathode materials for lithium-ion batteries. Headquartered in Burnaby, the company serves various sectors, including energy storage, consumer electronics, aerospace, and pharmaceuticals. Nano One has established a strategic agreement with Pulead Technology Industry Co., Ltd. to enhance the production of lithium iron phosphate cathode materials. The company employs a novel three-stage process that utilizes commonly available industrial equipment, aiming for high-volume production and rapid commercialization. With a strong focus on innovation, Nano One has several patents pending, reflecting its commitment to advancing battery technology and materials science.

Routific

Grant in 2019
Routific, Inc. is a Vancouver-based company that develops an advanced route optimization platform designed for delivery businesses, particularly targeting small and medium-sized enterprises in Canada and internationally. The platform features intelligent route optimization, dispatch capabilities, live tracking, and delivery notifications, which collectively help businesses reduce delivery costs, enhance driver efficiency, and improve customer satisfaction. By employing a proprietary algorithm, Routific enables last-mile delivery fleets to save up to 40% on time and fuel, establishing itself as a leading solution in the logistics sector. The company has attracted investment from notable firms including Techstars Chicago, Pallasite Ventures, Firestarter Fund, and Axiom Zen.
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.

Terramera

Grant in 2018
Terramera, Inc. is a Canadian company based in Vancouver, founded in 2009, that specializes in developing and manufacturing plant-based pesticides and fertilizers. The company utilizes green chemistry, machine learning, and artificial intelligence to create safer and more effective alternatives to synthetic chemical products. Its product line includes Proof, a solution for eliminating bed bugs and dust mites; Actigate, an organic pesticide; and Rango, a pest control and crop protection product. Terramera's mission is to harness technology to unlock the power of nature, promoting healthier living and making clean food more accessible. The company aims to cultivate safe environments and enhance agricultural practices by providing farmers and growers with sustainable solutions that improve yields while minimizing the use of toxic chemicals.

Semios

Grant in 2018
SemiosBio Technologies Inc. offers innovative pest management solutions for growers of tree fruits, nuts, and grapes globally. The company has developed the Semios platform, which enables real-time monitoring and control of agricultural operations through a comprehensive network of sensors. This platform provides continuous coverage and includes features such as automated pheromones, pest traps, and pest pressure notifications, along with frost monitoring and alerts. Additionally, it evaluates disease risk, monitors irrigation, and assesses soil conditions, helping growers make informed decisions to optimize crop quality while reducing agricultural inputs. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, Semios also operates locations in Fresno, California; Wenatchee, Washington; and Heerlen, the Netherlands.

Clir Renewables

Grant in 2018
Clir Renewables Inc. specializes in developing cloud-based software for renewable energy asset management and reporting. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, with an office in Glasgow, United Kingdom, Clir's software-as-a-service platform aims to enhance the performance and profitability of renewable energy plants. By integrating advanced artificial intelligence with deep domain expertise, the platform assists asset managers and owners in optimizing annual energy production, monitoring asset health, and managing both financial and technical risks.

MineSense

Grant in 2018
MineSense Technologies is a developer of a data analytics platform intended to monitor and improve the productivity and recovery of mines. The company's platform provides businesses with real-time, sensor-based sorting of low-grade ore to a level of sensitivity and to identify differences in mineralogy, enabling the mining industry to sort ores easily and enhance mineral planning. MineSense Technologies was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Vancouver, Canada.

Ionomr

Grant in 2018
Ionomr Innovations Inc. is a Vancouver-based company specializing in the design, adaptation, and manufacture of advanced ion-exchange membranes and polymer technologies. Founded in 2013, Ionomr focuses on creating environmentally friendly materials that replace toxic fluorinated chemicals often used in electrochemical applications. Its flagship product line, Aemion, is designed for various applications, including water treatment, energy storage, and clean energy generation. The company’s innovative membranes are known for their alkaline stability, strength, and performance, enabling optimal integration into electrochemical systems. By providing solutions that enhance efficiency and reduce environmental impact, Ionomr aims to support the decarbonization of the planet and foster the development of sustainable systems in the renewable energy and circular chemical economies. Additionally, Ionomr offers chemical engineering services to further support its clients in achieving their operational goals.

Canfor

Grant in 2017
Canfor is a leading global producer of sustainable lumber, pulp, and paper, with a strong emphasis on quality and customer service. Established in 1938 by John Prentice and L.L.G. “Poldi” Bentley in Vancouver, the company has evolved from a small veneer plant into one of the largest forest products manufacturers worldwide, employing over 5,000 individuals. Canfor's product range is vast, serving markets around the globe and addressing the growing demand for sustainable and renewable resources. In addition to its core operations, Canfor Energy North Limited Partnership operates pellet plants in Canada, generating 7,500 MWh of electricity. The company remains committed to pioneering market development initiatives in emerging economies while maintaining its focus on quality and customer satisfaction, which have been central to its enduring success.

Axine

Grant in 2016
Axine Water Technologies is a Vancouver-based developer of wastewater treatment technologies and solutions established by founder and Chief Engineer, Colleen Legzdins. They’re specifically focused on overcoming the complex, expensive, and often ineffective nature of today’s incumbent wastewater systems by developing low-cost, energy-efficient solutions for treating dissolved organic pollutants such as phenols, aromatics, acids, dyes, PHPs, dioxins, and pharmaceuticals that enable industrial and municipal customers to reduce costs and improve performance of their wastewater treatment. Their solutions are based on a proprietary electrolytic oxidation technology that treats high concentrations (up to 5000 mg/L COD) of toxic organics, biodegradable organics, ammonia, pathogens, and some inorganics in a single step without chemicals and without producing sludge.

Illusense

Grant in 2016
Illusense Inc. develops machine vision technology. It offers ultra-high resolution laser-based internal oil and gas pipeline inspection technology for pipeline maintenance services. The company was founded in 2013 and is based in Vancouver, Canada.

Nano One

Post in 2016
Nano One Materials Corp. is a Canadian technology company focused on developing and producing high-performance cathode materials for lithium-ion batteries. Headquartered in Burnaby, the company serves various sectors, including energy storage, consumer electronics, aerospace, and pharmaceuticals. Nano One has established a strategic agreement with Pulead Technology Industry Co., Ltd. to enhance the production of lithium iron phosphate cathode materials. The company employs a novel three-stage process that utilizes commonly available industrial equipment, aiming for high-volume production and rapid commercialization. With a strong focus on innovation, Nano One has several patents pending, reflecting its commitment to advancing battery technology and materials science.

Terramera

Grant in 2015
Terramera, Inc. is a Canadian company based in Vancouver, founded in 2009, that specializes in developing and manufacturing plant-based pesticides and fertilizers. The company utilizes green chemistry, machine learning, and artificial intelligence to create safer and more effective alternatives to synthetic chemical products. Its product line includes Proof, a solution for eliminating bed bugs and dust mites; Actigate, an organic pesticide; and Rango, a pest control and crop protection product. Terramera's mission is to harness technology to unlock the power of nature, promoting healthier living and making clean food more accessible. The company aims to cultivate safe environments and enhance agricultural practices by providing farmers and growers with sustainable solutions that improve yields while minimizing the use of toxic chemicals.

Semios

Grant in 2013
SemiosBio Technologies Inc. offers innovative pest management solutions for growers of tree fruits, nuts, and grapes globally. The company has developed the Semios platform, which enables real-time monitoring and control of agricultural operations through a comprehensive network of sensors. This platform provides continuous coverage and includes features such as automated pheromones, pest traps, and pest pressure notifications, along with frost monitoring and alerts. Additionally, it evaluates disease risk, monitors irrigation, and assesses soil conditions, helping growers make informed decisions to optimize crop quality while reducing agricultural inputs. Founded in 2009 and headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, Semios also operates locations in Fresno, California; Wenatchee, Washington; and Heerlen, the Netherlands.

Westport Innovations

Grant in 2011
Westport engineers the world's most advanced natural gas engines and vehicles. More than that, we are fundamentally changing the way the world travels the roads, rails and seas. We work with original equipment manufacturers worldwide from design through to production, creating products to meet the growing demand for vehicle technology that will reduce both emissions and fuel costs.

Nexterra

Venture Round in 2009
Nexterra develops, manufactures and delivers advanced gasification systems that enable customers to self-generate clean, low cost heat and power at industrial and institutional facilities using waste fuels. In an era of higher energy prices, this means dramatically lower costs, higher operating margins and less reliance on fossil fuels and grid-purchased electricity. Furthermore, by using renewable biomass fuels such as wood waste, customers can dramatically reduce their carbon footprint.
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