Sustainable Development Technology Canada

Established in 2001, Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) is a Canadian organization that funds and supports innovative cleantech projects. It focuses on moving groundbreaking technologies to market, creating jobs, driving economic growth, and promoting environmental benefits. SDTC operates independently but collaborates with various stakeholders from private industry, academia, and governments.

Michael Brown

Investment Committee Member

Leah Lawrence

President and CEO

Timon LeDain

Vice President, Operations

Vicky J. Sharpe

President and CEO

Leo Bever Ph.D

Investment Director

293 past transactions

Progressive Planet Solutions

Grant in 2025
Progressive Planet Solutions Inc. is a junior mineral exploration company based in Vancouver, Canada, focused on the acquisition and exploration of mineral properties, primarily zeolite minerals. Incorporated in 2006, the company’s flagship asset is the Z1 Zeolite mine, located northeast of Cache Creek, British Columbia. Progressive Planet Solutions was previously known as Ashburton Ventures Inc. before rebranding in June 2018. The company is dedicated to exploring and developing its mineral properties to leverage the potential of zeolite in various applications.

Solaires Entreprises

Debt Financing in 2025
Solaires Entreprises Inc, based in Victoria, BC, is a Canadian cleantech company dedicated to advancing solar technology. Comprising a team of 23 professionals, including scientists and engineers, Solaires focuses on developing next-generation solar cells that utilize perovskite materials instead of traditional silicon. This innovative approach not only aims to enhance energy conversion efficiency but also promotes a sustainable manufacturing process, making solar photovoltaics more affordable. The company's technology is designed to generate electricity from both indoor light and sunlight, with applications that include light-emitting diodes. Solaires' advancements are positioned to support the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy, delivering high power conversion efficiency and stability while allowing processing in ambient environments.

Niricson

Series A in 2023
Niricson is a technology company that specializes in developing an AI-based predictive analytics platform focused on infrastructure asset management. The company's offerings include the AUTOSPEX platform and DRONIC, which provide asset managers and civil engineers with essential insights and multi-defect layer visualization regarding the condition of their assets. By enabling users to gather valuable insights, Niricson's solutions allow for proactive planning of asset repairs, effective budget management, and enhanced safety assurance for critical structures, such as hydro dams. This technology aims to improve the accuracy and cost-effectiveness of maintenance and management efforts for engineering consulting firms and asset owners.

Marine Thinking

Grant in 2023
Marine Thinking specializes in revolutionizing the marine industry through advanced AI and robotic technologies. It collects data from marine environments and fish farms using Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs), then analyzes this data using artificial intelligence.

ZeroIN

Grant in 2023
ZeroIN is a food-tech company focused on developing innovative sugar reduction technologies. The company produces natural sweeteners designed to counteract the negative effects of excessive sugar consumption. Its flagship product, Sweet Fiber, is a scalable and cost-effective sugar substitute that meets consumer demand for healthier options. By providing drop-in sugar replacements derived from natural sources, ZeroIN caters to the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries, helping them incorporate healthier sugar alternatives into their offerings.

Oneka Technologies

Grant in 2023
Founded in 2015, Oneka Technologies develops wave-powered desalination systems that convert ocean water into drinkable water. Its modular units aim to provide sustainable and affordable drinking water solutions for water-scarce regions worldwide, reducing costs by up to 75% compared to traditional methods.

VueReal

Grant in 2023
VueReal Inc. specializes in developing technologies for micro-LED displays, enabling mass integration of micro-devices into large-area substrates for various applications such as smartphone/laptop displays, automotive/aerospace industries, and consumer electronics. Founded in 2016, the company is headquartered in Waterloo, Canada.

VISUAL DEFENCE | CITYROVER

Grant in 2023
Visual Defence | CityRover is a security convergence company based in Richmond Hill, Ontario, founded in 2000. It specializes in delivering integrated security solutions over IP networks for a diverse clientele, including government agencies, airports, public transportation systems, and commercial enterprises. The company offers advanced safety and security services by utilizing digital audio-visual signals transmitted via wireless and physical networks. Its solutions enable the capture of data from various sources, such as cameras, microphones, and sensors, enhancing public safety and operational effectiveness. Visual Defence focuses on providing customizable and scalable solutions that align with specific business objectives, helping organizations reduce risk while maximizing return on investment through efficient management of existing security infrastructure.

Arolytics

Grant in 2023
Arolytics is a software company specializing in emissions management and regulatory compliance for the energy sector. It offers a data management platform that enables enterprise management of methane data by aggregating and synthesizing inputs from diverse emissions sensors, automatically generating regulatory compliance reports, and suggesting actions to reduce pollution, thereby helping energy firms gain insights into methane measurements and achieve emissions reductions more efficiently.

Synergraze

Grant in 2023
Synergraze produces a seaweed-based livestock feed additive designed to reduce methane emissions from ruminant animals such as cattle, bison, sheep, and goats. This natural product aims to lower the environmental impact of agriculture while enhancing sustainability in meat and dairy production.

ZS2 Technologies

Grant in 2023
ZS2 Technologies specializes in the creation and production of advanced building technologies, particularly prefabricated structural panels and cementitious building materials. The company is dedicated to enhancing building performance through its innovative construction solutions, which include fire-rated, non-toxic, and low-carbon materials. By focusing on research and the acceleration of construction technology adoption, ZS2 Technologies aims to help its customers reduce operating costs and shorten construction timelines.

Nano One

Grant in 2023
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.

Future Fields

Grant in 2023
Future Fields is a Canadian company based in Edmonton, founded in 2018, that specializes in producing sustainable components for scientific applications through insect biotechnology. Utilizing its innovative EntoEngine™ platform, the company harnesses the genetic capabilities of fruit flies to generate environmentally friendly and economically viable biomolecules. Future Fields focuses on developing insect-based recombinant proteins, which serve as essential growth components for cell culture. By doing so, the company aims to reduce the environmental impact associated with traditional protein production while enhancing social benefits. Its work supports the agriculture industry in producing cost-effective cell-based foods, contributing to a more sustainable future.

Aurora Hydrogen

Grant in 2023
Aurora Hydrogen develops clean, scalable hydrogen production technology that utilizes microwave energy to decarbonize transportation and industrial processes. The technology is designed to be adaptable for installations ranging from small fueling stations to large industrial facilities, aims to produce hydrogen with no carbon dioxide emissions and minimal water consumption, and seeks to reduce global carbon emissions through widespread deployment.

BrainBox AI

Grant in 2023
Founded in 2017, BrainBox AI develops autonomous building technology that optimizes HVAC systems using artificial intelligence. Its cloud-based solution analyzes data to predict maintenance needs and maximize energy efficiency, reducing operational costs.

Seneca experts-conseils

Grant in 2023
Seneca is a private engineering and consulting engineering company that offers professional services for investment projects and introduced new technologies in transformation processes.

Next Hydrogen Solutions

Grant in 2023
Next Hydrogen Solutions, established in 2007 and headquartered in Mississauga, Canada, specializes in the design and manufacture of electrolyzers. These devices convert water into clean hydrogen using electricity from renewable sources. The company offers a range of services including installation, maintenance, training, and consulting, along with electrolytic hydrogen production for end users. Next Hydrogen Solutions aims to reduce clean hydrogen generation costs from renewable energy, facilitating its widespread adoption to decarbonize the global economy.

Cyclic Materials

Grant in 2023
Cyclic Materials provides recycling services that recover rare earth elements to reduce the need for new mining and accelerate the transition to electric mobility and clean energy. The company focuses on reclaiming rare earth magnets from automotive and renewable energy sectors, enabling customers to supply wind turbines, electric vehicles, and electronics while cutting emissions and strengthening local supply. Through its platform, it pursues a circular supply chain by recovering critical metals from discarded and landfill-bound products, helping industries lower environmental impact and increasing the resilience of the material supply.

New School Foods

Grant in 2023
New School Foods develops plant-based seafood products that mimic the texture, flavor, nutrition, and cooking experience of traditional seafood. Their initial product is a plant-based salmon filet, aiming to provide sustainable and healthier alternatives.

Provision Analytics

Grant in 2023
Provision Analytics Inc., founded in 2018 and headquartered in Calgary, Canada, specializes in cloud-based solutions for food safety management. The company provides software designed for food processors and manufacturers, streamlining food safety processes by automating data input and recall procedures. This technology connects detailed process data with production outcomes, enabling the generation of analytics that help minimize food loss and improve quality control. By enhancing traceability and tracking throughout the supply chain, Provision Analytics supports the food industry in ensuring safety and compliance.

3E Nano

Grant in 2023
Founded in 2006, 3E Nano develops and commercializes Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) coatings for transparent media. These coatings are designed to control heat and light emission, targeting applications such as windows, windshields, greenhouses, and solar modules.

Hortau

Grant in 2023
Founded in 2002, Hortau designs and manufactures wireless, web-based irrigation management systems. It offers field monitoring stations, sensors for soil tension, temperature, humidity, and weather parameters, along with cloud-based software Irrolis for real-time data capture and remote control of irrigation systems.

Carbonova

Grant in 2023
Carbonova is a company focused on the development of carbon nanofibers, leveraging a proprietary chemical process to convert carbon dioxide and waste heat from power plants into high-strength carbon fiber. This innovative technology not only enhances performance across various applications but also promotes sustainability by transforming greenhouse gas emissions into valuable solid commodities. By utilizing waste feedstocks, Carbonova aims to address environmental challenges while providing industries with economically viable solutions for their material needs.

Aurea Technologies

Grant in 2023
Aurea Technologies is a technology solutions company. Its technology enhances the marketing cycle to enable its users to understand their customer profiles and contexts and measure the impact of their campaigns. The company’s intelligent context and location technologies enable the construction of complete Omni-channel solutions, integrating the intelligence gained through digital channels and payment with physical environments. The company offers technology solutions such as beacon enterprise technology, virtual perimeters zillions, and enterprise integration SDKs and APIs. Additionally, the company offers retargeting and custom communication intelligence. Aurea Technologies was founded by Rodrigo Mazzilli in 2014 and is headquartered in Porto Alegre, Brazil.

Picketa Systems

Grant in 2023
Picketa Systems develops a real-time plant tissue analysis platform. It enables growers to make timely data-driven decisions by eliminating turnaround time in sample analysis, tracking field performance, and measuring the impact of different varieties, fertilizers, and techniques.

Skaldyr

Grant in 2023
Skaldyr upcycles seafood waste into ingredients for food, animal feed, and fertilizer.

Next Hydrogen Solutions

Grant in 2022
Next Hydrogen Solutions, established in 2007 and headquartered in Mississauga, Canada, specializes in the design and manufacture of electrolyzers. These devices convert water into clean hydrogen using electricity from renewable sources. The company offers a range of services including installation, maintenance, training, and consulting, along with electrolytic hydrogen production for end users. Next Hydrogen Solutions aims to reduce clean hydrogen generation costs from renewable energy, facilitating its widespread adoption to decarbonize the global economy.

KorrAI

Grant in 2022
KorrAI is a technology company focused on addressing the challenges posed by climate change through advanced monitoring solutions. The company has developed a satellite-based platform that utilizes cloud computing and artificial intelligence to detect and analyze ground motion, allowing for the identification of minute changes in the earth's surface, such as land subsidence. By assessing the physical integrity of critical infrastructure, including bridges, dams, and highways, KorrAI provides clients with accurate risk maps that inform engineering and maintenance decisions. This innovative approach aims to promote resilient infrastructure and support better business decisions in the face of evolving environmental conditions.

KorrAI

Pre Seed Round in 2022
KorrAI is a technology company focused on addressing the challenges posed by climate change through advanced monitoring solutions. The company has developed a satellite-based platform that utilizes cloud computing and artificial intelligence to detect and analyze ground motion, allowing for the identification of minute changes in the earth's surface, such as land subsidence. By assessing the physical integrity of critical infrastructure, including bridges, dams, and highways, KorrAI provides clients with accurate risk maps that inform engineering and maintenance decisions. This innovative approach aims to promote resilient infrastructure and support better business decisions in the face of evolving environmental conditions.

Peak Power

Grant in 2022
Founded in 2015, Peak Power is a cleantech company specializing in intelligent energy management solutions. Headquartered in Toronto with operations across North America, the company offers Peak Synergy, an AI-powered software platform that optimizes energy use and maximizes revenues from battery storage systems, grid-interactive buildings, and electric vehicles for commercial real estate and industrial customers.

Green Graphite Technologies

Grant in 2022
Green Graphite Technologies develops a cleaner process to purify graphite for electric vehicles and commercializes environmentally beneficial methods to convert natural flake graphite into high-purity graphite for lithium-ion batteries. The company offers patented, modular, low-emission graphite processing technology for natural and recycled graphite, enabling electric vehicle manufacturers and battery producers to access battery-grade graphite with reduced environmental impact.

ZeroIN

Grant in 2022
ZeroIN is a food-tech company focused on developing innovative sugar reduction technologies. The company produces natural sweeteners designed to counteract the negative effects of excessive sugar consumption. Its flagship product, Sweet Fiber, is a scalable and cost-effective sugar substitute that meets consumer demand for healthier options. By providing drop-in sugar replacements derived from natural sources, ZeroIN caters to the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical industries, helping them incorporate healthier sugar alternatives into their offerings.

Drinkable

Grant in 2022
Drinkable specializes in at-home water testing devices designed to ensure safe drinking water. Their handheld device offers effortless, affordable, and accurate detection of contaminants like heavy metals and bacteria, providing real-time results with a simple thumbs up/down display. Users can pair the device with their smartphone for expanded contamination reports, risk profiles, and tailored treatment plans.

OceanSync

Grant in 2022
OceanSync is a company that specializes in developing advanced weather data gathering systems. It has created ship-based automated weather stations capable of capturing real-time environmental data from a fleet of ocean-going vessels. This innovative platform enables the collection and transfer of significant amounts of offshore weather information, allowing businesses to monitor and respond to changing weather conditions effectively. By leveraging its technology, OceanSync aims to enhance the availability and accuracy of environmental data for various applications in maritime and related industries.

PLAEX Building Systems

Grant in 2022
PLAEX Building Systems innovates in sustainable construction by transforming over 90% recycled waste into PLAEXcrete, a composite material used to create modular construction blocks. These blocks reduce waste and save builders time and money by eliminating the need for cutting or mortar.

Reusables

Seed Round in 2022
Reusables facilitates waste reduction by providing smart reusable container systems for businesses. Their platform tracks containers using IoT technology, promoting a circular economy and reducing single-use plastic waste.

Anodyne Chemistries

Grant in 2022
Anodyne Chemistries is a Vancouver-based company focused on the sustainable production of critical chemicals. Utilizing innovative biochemistry, Anodyne employs enzymes and renewable electricity to convert carbon dioxide and other bio-based feedstocks into valuable industrial chemicals, materials, and fuels. The company's breakthrough technology not only eliminates emissions but also transforms CO2 into products traditionally derived from fossil fuels, thereby addressing climate change and promoting carbon utilization. By engineering novel enzymes and developing bioelectric pathways, Anodyne aims to maximize carbon efficiency in chemical production, enabling clients to reduce costs and improve competitiveness in the market. Through its mission, Anodyne Chemistries seeks to create a climate-positive world by reimagining how emissions are recycled into useful products.

Intelligent City

Series A in 2022
Intelligent City is a Vancouver-based housing technology company that designs and constructs urban multi-family housing using a fully integrated platform that combines design, architecture, engineering and fabrication. It employs mass timber, automated manufacturing and proprietary parametric software to enable mass customization with low unit costs, delivering affordable, durable and sustainable housing for urban environments. The platform supports energy performance optimization including passive house standards and aims to address urban affordability, sustainability and resident needs. Founded in 2008, the company focuses on scalable urban housing solutions with emphasis on longevity and environmental and social sustainability.

Nexus Robotics

Grant in 2022
Nexus Robotics, established in 2017 and headquartered in Halifax, Canada, specializes in developing autonomous robots for the agriculture industry. Their primary product is a weeding robot that effectively removes weeds while preserving crops, using a camera system and AI to differentiate between the two. This robot not only extracts weeds but also provides farmers with crop health data, enabling more informed decision-making.

ZEN Electric Bikes

Grant in 2022
ZEN Electric Bikes is focused on manufacturing electric bikes designed to promote the adoption of electrified transportation. The company emphasizes the efficiency and environmental benefits of e-bikes as sustainable alternatives to traditional modes of transport. By reducing carbon footprints and supporting both mental and physical well-being, ZEN Electric Bikes aims to contribute positively to the health of the planet and its inhabitants. The company offers a variety of electric bikes in multiple colors at competitive prices, making sustainable mobility more accessible to a wider audience.

Tengiva

Grant in 2022
Tengiva is a pioneering company that has developed a comprehensive B2B marketplace and e-commerce solution aimed at transforming the $1.8 trillion textile supply chain. Its innovative platform integrates a Supply Chain Manager and Product Information Manager, enabling brands and suppliers to mitigate risks, reduce costs, and expedite product development. Unlike traditional systems, Tengiva's approach utilizes a unified, structured database, allowing merchants to execute global distribution strategies efficiently from a single interface. The company's software centralizes access to data on in-stock textile products and curated fabrics from worldwide suppliers, promoting transparency and optimizing resource usage throughout the supply chain. By facilitating improved practices across textile manufacturers, industry associations, governmental organizations, and apparel brands, Tengiva is set to revolutionize interactions and transactions within the global textile industry.

Sollum

Grant in 2022
Sollum Technologies Inc., established in 2015 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, specializes in designing and manufacturing innovative lighting systems. The company's core product is a smart LED lighting solution that dynamically replicates the full spectrum of natural sunlight, optimizing growth conditions for crops and animals. Sollum works closely with greenhouse producers, tailoring light recipes to match the growth cycles of various plants, regardless of their native climate or greenhouse location. This adaptive technology not only enhances energy efficiency and productivity but also improves produce quality, all while minimizing environmental impact.

SPARK Microsystems

Grant in 2022
SPARK Microsystems is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in ultra-low power wireless communication technologies for the Internet of Things (IoT). The company develops a high-performance wireless transceiver that significantly enhances energy efficiency and reduces latency, achieving faster data rates compared to existing solutions. SPARK Microsystems' patented technology extends the battery life of electronic devices, enabling the possibility of battery-less operation for wireless devices. This innovation is poised to play a crucial role in the advancement of IoT applications, facilitating more efficient and sustainable wireless communication.

Pulse Industrial

Grant in 2022
Pulse Industrial is a California-based company founded in 2017 that specializes in developing advanced monitoring solutions for industrial plants. The company focuses on creating sensors and devices that provide a comprehensive view of common valves and steam traps, which are critical components of steam generation processes. Pulse Industrial's flagship product, QALM, utilizes artificial intelligence to detect and monitor steam leaks by analyzing vibration and acoustic behavior. This innovative technology enables real-time alerts to maintenance personnel, facilitating timely interventions and enhancing operational safety. By leveraging low power wide area communication, Pulse Industrial's solutions aim to optimize energy efficiency and reduce fuel consumption across various industrial applications.

Chinova Bioworks

Funding Round in 2022
Chinova Bioworks develops natural antimicrobial solutions based on a chitosan polymer derived from fungal-sourced technology, offering broad-spectrum protection to extend the shelf life of juices and other products. The company targets the beverage industry and broader markets, including foods, cosmetics, and personal care items, with a natural preservative designed to reduce spoilage and waste. Founded in 2016 and based in Fredericton, Canada.

SolarSteam

Seed Round in 2022
SolarSteam is a hardtech startup focused on developing innovative renewable concentrated solar technology to tackle the challenges of rising heat generation costs and high carbon emissions. The company aims to provide renewable heat energy systems for hard-to-abate industries, including cement, steel, chemical processes, food and alcohol production, and mining. These industries typically depend on high-temperature heat generated from carbon-intensive sources for their operations. By offering alternative energy solutions, SolarSteam enables companies to lower their carbon footprint and reduce operational costs, contributing to a more sustainable future.

Enedym

Grant in 2022
Enedym is a technology company developing next-generation switched reluctance motors (SRMs), ePowertrains, and motor controls. Headquartered in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, Enedym aims to significantly reduce the cost of electric propulsion motors through novel SRM drive technologies.

Wyvern

Grant in 2022
Wyvern operates space satellites equipped with hyperspectral sensors, capturing high-resolution imagery across multiple spectral bands. This enables diverse applications such as agriculture monitoring, forestry management, environmental assessment, and geospatial intelligence.

Promise Robotics

Grant in 2021
Promise Robotics empowers the construction industry by integrating industrial robotics and AI for affordable, sustainable building production. They offer ready-to-use robotic systems alongside SaaS Production Management Services, specializing in NetZero-ready timber buildings.

Prairie Robotics

Seed Round in 2021
Prairie Robotics specializes in AI-driven waste sorting technology. It uses imaging to identify and estimate the weight of different waste types entering landfills.

Nfinite Nanotech

Seed Round in 2021
Nfinite Nanotech specializes in advanced material science, utilizing open-air atomic layer deposition (ALD) technology to create functional nanomaterials. The company accelerates innovation in sustainable packaging, batteries, and photovoltaics by producing large-area, high-quality, ultrathin films at a significantly faster pace than conventional methods.

One Silicon Chip Photonics

Grant in 2021
Founded in 2014, One Silicon Chip Photonics designs and produces compact, low-power, high-performance navigation sensors for autonomous vehicles. The company specializes in Micro-Opto-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MOEMS) components integrated on Silicon-On-Insulator substrates to create advanced gyroscopes and inertial measurement units.

Open Ocean Robotics

Grant in 2021
Open Ocean Robotics is a company that specializes in collecting ocean data using solar-powered autonomous boats. Founded in 2018 and based in Victoria, British Columbia, the company operates unmanned surface vehicles (USVs) equipped with sensors, cameras, and communication devices. These boats can gather real-time information from various locations across the ocean, providing valuable insights for environmental protection and sustainability. Their data collection capabilities are instrumental in monitoring ocean traffic, detecting illegal fishing activities, studying marine mammals, and understanding the effects of climate change. By offering a safe, efficient, and cost-effective alternative to traditional crewed vessels, Open Ocean Robotics contributes to the preservation of marine ecosystems and the promotion of responsible ocean management.

Cobric Chemicals

Grant in 2021
Cobric Chemicals specializes in developing and implementing clean technology solutions for waste recycling. They collaborate with established waste management companies to reduce risk and accelerate profitability.

Polar Sapphire

Grant in 2021
Polar Sapphire Ltd. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in the manufacture and sale of high-purity aluminum oxide powder, also known as alumina. The company produces alumina in various purity levels, ranging from 3N to 6N, and offers it in multiple particle size distributions tailored for diverse applications. Polar Sapphire's alumina serves as feedstock for the production of sapphire ingots, which are essential for making substrates in the LED lighting industry. Additionally, the company's high-purity alumina is utilized in high-performance engineered ceramics, polishing applications, and abrasion-resistant coatings. With a proprietary production method, Polar Sapphire aims to provide low-cost, high-quality alumina to meet the growing demands of its market.

Red Leaf Pulp

Grant in 2021
Red Leaf's process is an environmentally conscious pulping method that will revolutionize the paper industry. Pulp generated from non-wood fibres has physical characteristics that are comparable to hardwood and superior to recycled fibre.

Mikro-Tek

Grant in 2021
Mikro-Tek is an environmental biotechnology company based in Timmins, Ontario, specializing in carbon project development and the supply of carbon offset credits. Since its establishment in 2003, the company has focused on generating offset credits through innovative land use projects, particularly in forestry. Mikro-Tek has successfully planted new forests on over 7,500 hectares of unproductive land in Chile and has implemented reforestation initiatives in the Canadian boreal forest. These projects have collectively produced approximately 1.4 million carbon offset credits, which are available to industries seeking to fulfill their emission reduction commitments in an environmentally sustainable manner. Additionally, Mikro-Tek develops naturally occurring soil micro-organisms, specifically mycorrhizal fungi, to enhance soil health and support sustainable agricultural practices.

Polystyvert

Grant in 2021
Founded in 2011, Polystyvert specializes in polystyrene recycling. Its proprietary technology enables efficient collection and recycling of polystyrene waste, producing high-quality recycled material indistinguishable from virgin product.

Validere

Grant in 2021
Validere Technologies Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in providing critical information about liquids through innovative measurement, reporting, and verification solutions. Founded in 2015, Validere develops portable devices, including the Validere Identifier, which assesses the hazardous nature of liquids by referencing a comprehensive library. Additionally, the company offers EDGE Connect, a platform that facilitates secure connections between buyers and sellers, enabling the discovery of arbitrage opportunities. Validere's main focus is on liquid fingerprinting, industrial process monitoring, and optimizing logistics within the energy sector. By delivering accessible and verifiable testing data, Validere aids organizations in making informed business decisions and enhances the accuracy of crude oil testing, ensuring accountability and quality across operations. The company's expertise in emissions management and tracking further positions it as a valuable partner for energy companies seeking to improve their financial and environmental performance.

SENTRY

Grant in 2021
SENTRY is a Canadian company that specializes in biological monitoring solutions for the water and wastewater treatment industry. It has developed a bio-electrode sensor technology that provides real-time insights into microbial performance within both anaerobic and aerobic treatment systems. By monitoring microbial metabolic activity, SENTRY's platform enables operators to make immediate adjustments to optimize treatment processes and minimize adverse effects on water system performance. With a focus on enhancing operational efficiency, SENTRY serves a global customer base, addressing the critical needs of water management in various settings.

Milk Moovement

Grant in 2021
Founded in 2018, Milk Moovement is a Canadian software company specializing in dairy supply chain management. It offers a cloud-based platform that tracks milk pick-ups, monitors production, and provides actionable intelligence to optimize processes and maximize profitability.

GHGSat

Grant in 2021
GHGSat specializes in global emissions monitoring services using proprietary remote-sensing technology. It measures greenhouse gas, air quality gas, and other trace gas emissions from industrial facilities worldwide, providing actionable insights for businesses to make strategic decisions towards sustainability.

Pani Energy

Seed Round in 2021
Pani helps optimize water treatment plants, accelerating the water sector toward net zero. Current product: a cloud-based machine learning software platform that can elevate the efficiency of industrial and city scale desalination and wastewater treatment plants, without any retrofits or disruption to operations. Pani's award-winning AI Coach™ aggregates and ingests data from the plant, then analyzes, visualizes, and instructs operators how to optimize their plant's performance, saving time, resources, and the environment.

Azzera

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Azzera is a provider of a comprehensive software solution dedicated to emissions management and regulatory compliance in the aviation sector. In late 2023, the company launched its platform, Celeste, which has quickly gained traction by supporting over 500 aircraft and 40 operators in adhering to various emissions regulations, such as the EU ETS, UK ETS, Swiss ETS, CORSIA, and EU ReFuel. Celeste streamlines the management of sustainability initiatives, including Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), by facilitating physical SAF procurement and the book and claim process. As operators navigate an increasingly complex regulatory landscape, Azzera's platform enables them to monitor emissions, offset their carbon footprint, and manage competing requirements efficiently from a single interface. In addition to compliance management, Azzera also offers services related to the brokerage, sale, and trade of carbon credits, further supporting clients in their sustainability efforts.

Viridis Terra

Venture Round in 2021
Viridis Terra specializes in restoring degraded ecosystems, lands, and soils and delivering large-scale reforestation, afforestation, and forest and agroforest landscape restoration projects. The company provides a platform and services for ecosystem restoration and forest protection that support sustainable land management, help reduce degradation, and promote biodiversity. Its approach aims to involve local communities by creating revenue opportunities and jobs, contributing to environmental and social outcomes.

HaiLa Technologies

Grant in 2021
HaiLa Technologies is a fabless semiconductor and software company that develops hyper power-efficient wireless system-on-chip solutions for Internet of Things deployments. Founded in 2019, the company aims to enable sustainable scaling of IoT sensor networks by dramatically reducing the power consumption of wireless radios, which extends battery life and can reduce or eliminate the need for sensor batteries. Its platform supports multiple applications across consumer electronics, building and process automation, medical technology, agriculture, and smart cities by enabling IoT devices to operate over existing wireless infrastructure. HaiLa focuses on enabling smaller batteries and longer lifespans for devices deployed at scale. The company is headquartered in Montreal, with offices in Copenhagen and San Francisco.

RainStick

Grant in 2021
RainStick is a company that has developed a WiFi-enabled shower system designed to significantly reduce water and energy consumption while maintaining a luxurious shower experience. Their innovative product recirculates and filters water, allowing users to save up to 80% in both water and energy usage. Additionally, the shower system includes features that track real-time water and energy savings, providing users with insights into their consumption patterns. By focusing on sustainability and advanced shower technology, RainStick aims to transform traditional showering practices into an eco-friendly experience.

Eavor Technologies

Venture Round in 2021
Eavor Technologies develops geothermal technology for clean, baseload power generation. Its proprietary Eavor-Loop™ system harvests heat from deep earth using wells to produce brine from a subsurface aquifer, enabling scalable heating applications with minimal environmental impact.

Giatec

Grant in 2021
Giatec Scientific Inc., founded in 2010, specializes in developing smart technologies for the concrete industry. The company offers wireless sensors and mobile apps that monitor concrete properties in real-time during various stages of construction, enabling contractors to make informed decisions and optimize mix designs. Additionally, Giatec provides advanced non-destructive testing (NDT) technologies for assessing concrete infrastructure durability and condition, helping engineers manage civil infrastructure more efficiently.

Oneka Technologies

Grant in 2021
Founded in 2015, Oneka Technologies develops wave-powered desalination systems that convert ocean water into drinkable water. Its modular units aim to provide sustainable and affordable drinking water solutions for water-scarce regions worldwide, reducing costs by up to 75% compared to traditional methods.

Flyscan

Grant in 2021
Flyscan Systems Inc. is a Québec-based company established in 2015, specializing in the development of airborne technology for detecting oil leaks in pipelines. The company's innovative platform automates the identification of small oil leaks and offers various visual inspection functions tailored for the energy sector. By utilizing industrial optics and photonics systems mounted on airborne vehicles, Flyscan provides remote detection services that enable clients to monitor underground pipelines effectively. This technology helps clients promptly address any leakages, thereby mitigating potential environmental damages.

Axine Water Technologies

Grant in 2021
Axine Water Technologies Inc. is a Vancouver-based company specializing in innovative wastewater treatment solutions. Established in 2010, the firm focuses on developing chemical-free systems designed to address high concentrations of complex and toxic organic pollutants, including phenols, pharmaceuticals, and ammonia, in industrial wastewater. Utilizing proprietary electrolytic oxidation technology, Axine's systems effectively treat various pollutants in a single step without the need for chemicals or the production of sludge. The company's solutions cater to a diverse range of industries, including oil and gas, petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, textiles, and waste management, helping clients reduce costs and enhance the performance of their wastewater management processes.

Optel Group

Grant in 2021
Optel Group specializes in traceability systems primarily for the pharmaceutical and medical device sectors. The company offers solutions that ensure the quality of consumer health products and combat counterfeiting. By providing comprehensive traceability of product distribution, Optel helps organizations achieve regulatory compliance while enhancing supply chain intelligence. Its technologies enable clients to identify, verify, and track individual products, which fosters trust with suppliers and customers. Additionally, Optel is expanding its expertise to other industries, including health-related sectors and smart manufacturing, to promote end-to-end traceability and operational efficiencies. This adaptability positions Optel as a crucial partner in ensuring product safety and maximizing resource utilization across various markets.

Terramera

Grant in 2021
Founded in 2009, Terramera develops plant-based pesticides and fertilizers. It offers products like Proof (for bed bugs and dust mites), Actigate (an organic pesticide), and Rango (a plant-based pest control). The company aims to transform agriculture by fusing artificial intelligence, science, and nature to provide sustainable alternatives to chemical pesticides and fertilizers.

PyroGenesis

Grant in 2021
PyroGenesis designs, develops, manufactures, and commercializes advanced plasma processes and systems for defense, metallurgical, mining, advanced materials, oil and gas, and environmental industries. Headquartered in Montreal, it provides products and solutions such as DROSRITE for metal recovery from dross, plasma atomized metal powders, PUREVAP silicon production from quartz, plasma torches for waste treatment and high-purity materials production, plasma arc gasification and waste destruction systems, and custom reactors and furnaces, along with related services. PyroGenesis positions itself as a leading developer and supplier of turnkey plasma process equipment and contract research for global clients.

Ecoation Innovative Solutions

Grant in 2021
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.

Hydrogen Optimized

Grant in 2021
Hydrogen Optimized develops innovative Green Hydrogen production systems. Their flagship product, RuggedCell™, is a high-current water electrolysis system designed for large-scale, low-cost hydrogen production, targeting high-growth markets and industrial applications.

Environmental Material Science

Grant in 2021
EMS is a technological solution. They are dedicated to solving the environmental management and sustainability challenges faced by their customers.Their services include pipelines, consulting groups, pipeline service companies, refineries, small town municipalities, agricultural companies, and mining companies.

Molded Precision Components

Grant in 2021
MPC address the automotive industry need for a responsive prototype molding shop, specializing in high quality plastic parts such as gears and complex assemblies. MPC are a mid-size, hands-on, owner-operated business with a fully engaged and highly motivated work force who all take pride in maintaining our reputation for uncompromising product quality and customer service.

Lorama Group

Grant in 2021
Lorama Group is both a manufacturer of Colour Dispersions & Bio-based Additives, as well as an international distributor of Specialty Chemicals and Functional Extenders. Through our entrepreneurial spirit and with deep expertise in global regulatory and raw material requirements, Lorama has grown to service a multitude of markets across over 90 countries.

QEA Tech

Grant in 2021
QEA Tech is a software company that combines AI, drone technology, and thermal imaging to provide insights into the building envelope. They process thousands of images using its proprietary software, transforming each pixel into a comprehensive 3D model of the building for quantifiable data and insights. Using 10,000+ high-resolution drone images, proprietary QEA Tech software converts each pixel into quantifiable data and a comprehensive 3D model before uploading each image to the cloud-based dashboard for 24/7 access. The QEA System identifies where and how much energy is being wasted in a building's envelope, allowing you to prioritize repairs and calculate payback and ROI. The QEA Solution calculates Negawatt (NKwh), which quantifies energy gushers (heat and cool air escaping) through the walls, windows, doors, and roof of the building.

Precision AI

Grant in 2021
Precision AI is a company dedicated to revolutionizing agriculture through advanced artificial intelligence technologies. Based in North America, the firm develops AI-powered drones that enhance crop protection and farming practices. These drones enable precise, plant-level decision-making for crop production, reducing reliance on bulkier traditional technology. By integrating with existing sprayers and using drones to apply chemicals more efficiently, Precision AI helps farmers minimize chemical overuse and broadcast spraying. This approach aims to create healthier, more profitable farms while addressing global agricultural challenges.

Maxen

Pre Seed Round in 2021
Maxen is a Montreal-based company focused on reducing the environmental footprint of buildings by enhancing energy efficiency and operational management. The company develops management systems that allow building managers to optimize their operations and energy processes. Maxen's platform facilitates equipment audits compatible with computerized maintenance management systems, integrating seamlessly with clients' building management systems. This approach enables businesses to achieve centralized, structured, and accessible operations management, ultimately promoting sustainable practices within the built environment.

Argentum

Seed Round in 2020
Argentum Electronics, Inc. designs and manufactures advanced Smart Power over Ethernet Controllers (S.P.E.C), which utilize Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) technologies for efficient power delivery and management. Their product line includes cloud-managed PoE splitters and power combiners aimed at high-power PoE applications, primarily servicing commercial and industrial sectors such as LED lighting and fan speed control. The company also focuses on modular DC power distribution systems, intelligent building automation, and wireless multi-sensor networks to help clients reduce electricity demand and enhance overall energy performance within buildings. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Argentum caters to a diverse clientele that includes building owners, architects, engineers, and construction firms.

Nord Quantique

Seed Round in 2020
Nord Quantique is a company that specializes in the development of advanced quantum processors utilizing second-generation technology. It focuses on creating superconducting circuits that effectively reduce errors at the individual qubit level, thereby addressing significant challenges within the quantum computing field. By enhancing the reliability and performance of quantum processors, Nord Quantique aims to unlock the full potential of quantum computing applications. This innovative approach facilitates a quicker transition to fault-tolerant quantum computers, ultimately providing businesses with improved capabilities in harnessing quantum technologies.

Pani Energy

Grant in 2020
Pani helps optimize water treatment plants, accelerating the water sector toward net zero. Current product: a cloud-based machine learning software platform that can elevate the efficiency of industrial and city scale desalination and wastewater treatment plants, without any retrofits or disruption to operations. Pani's award-winning AI Coach™ aggregates and ingests data from the plant, then analyzes, visualizes, and instructs operators how to optimize their plant's performance, saving time, resources, and the environment.

Hifi Engineering

Grant in 2020
HiFi Engineering Inc. specializes in the development of advanced fiber optic sensing systems, hardware, and visualization software designed for downhole and pipeline applications. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Calgary, Canada, the company offers a range of products, including its HDS MiCro tool for downhole flow monitoring and the HDS MaCro system for permanent pipeline and reservoir monitoring. HiFi Engineering’s systems are tailored for oil and gas service companies in North America, focusing on critical applications such as reservoir monitoring, well integrity assessment, and leak detection. The company’s technology is supported by over 33 patents, showcasing its commitment to innovation in the field. With a team of experienced electrical and software engineers, HiFi Engineering emphasizes the delivery of high-quality data through its cutting-edge sensing technology and software platforms.

Elocity

Seed Round in 2020
Elocity is a cleantech company based in Toronto, Canada. Founded in 2018, it offers intelligent and connected platforms for smart electric vehicle (EV) charging using AI and IoT technologies. The company's primary product, HIEV, enables utilities to manage EV-charging demand, balance loads, and integrate electromobility into existing grid infrastructure. Elocity serves power utilities, local distribution companies, municipalities, and EV charging network operators in North America and internationally.

ReelData AI

Seed Round in 2020
ReelData AI specializes in developing artificial intelligence software tailored for the aquaculture industry. Based in Halifax, Canada, the company offers advanced monitoring solutions for fish farms, utilizing feed cameras to measure key metrics such as biomass, sea lice presence, and overall fish health in real-time. This technology enables fish farms to optimize their operations by providing crucial insights into weight distributions, feeding patterns, and growth analysis. By improving the efficiency of feed usage and enhancing fish health, ReelData AI aims to support aquaculture businesses in maximizing their productivity and sustainability. The company was established in 2019.

Freshr Technologies

Seed Round in 2020
Freshr Technologies produces compostable active packaging materials derived from natural resources. These materials extend the shelf life of fresh foods, initially focusing on preserving fresh fish by maintaining its water content and targeting bacteria, thereby reducing waste in fish processing.

Summit Nanotech

Seed Round in 2020
Summit Nanotech Corporation is a cleantech company based in Calgary, Canada, focused on revolutionizing lithium extraction to support the global energy transition. Founded in 2018, the company specializes in a patented direct lithium extraction (DLE) technology that aims to provide sustainable and economically viable solutions for lithium producers. By collaborating with mining companies and lithium asset owners in regions such as Chile and Argentina, Summit Nanotech seeks to optimize operations and conserve natural resources while minimizing environmental impact. The company's innovative approach positions it as a leader in developing cost-effective solutions for the growing demand for battery-grade lithium.

Hydra Energy

Seed Round in 2020
Hydra Energy Corporation is a Canadian company based in Delta that specializes in providing clean combustion solutions through hydrogen as a service for fleet operators. Founded in 2012, the company retrofits diesel-powered heavy-duty vehicles to operate partially on hydrogen, thereby reducing fuel expenditures and lowering carbon emissions. Hydra Energy's innovative business model includes partnerships that facilitate hydrogen supply and fueling, allowing fleet operators to benefit from dual-fuel systems that can utilize both hydrogen and gasoline. This approach not only enhances operational efficiency but also supports the transition to cleaner transportation without imposing additional costs on the fleets it serves.

OneFeather

Seed Round in 2020
OneFeather is an indigenous technology company focused on enhancing access to indigenous rights and protecting community data. The company provides an online platform that facilitates connections among members, leaders, and Nations, thereby fostering stronger communities. Its service offerings include digital voting, status card renewal, and online banking, which empower clients to affirm their identities and address essential membership data management challenges. By delivering these capabilities through everyday devices, OneFeather aims to create opportunities that align with the unique needs of indigenous communities.

Solid State of Mind

Seed Round in 2020
Solid State of Mind develops autonomous artificial intelligence systems. Their interdisciplinary team combines expertise in cognitive psychology, neuroscience, engineering, physics, and robotics to create adaptive AI technologies for an autonomous workforce.

Evercloak

Seed Round in 2020
Evercloak is a Waterloo, Canada-based materials company that develops ultra-thin graphene and other 2D nanomaterial films for cleantech applications. It employs a low-cost manufacturing platform to produce continuous coatings and ultra-thin membranes, enabling energy-efficient technologies across oil and gas, nuclear, energy, mining and agriculture sectors. The company aims to reduce energy use and greenhouse gas emissions by cooling buildings without warming the planet, delivering solutions that improve indoor comfort and support sustainable building operations.

Omniply

Seed Round in 2020
Omniply Technologies Inc., established in 2018 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, specializes in manufacturing thin film electronic devices. The company's core products include sensors, displays, and memory, catering to diverse sectors such as lighting, wearables, packaging, solar cells, automotive, and screen displays. Omniply's innovative platform leverages substrate delamination methods, enabling the fabrication of large-area transparent displays, integrated sensors, and display systems. This technology allows for the creation of flexible, comfortable electronic devices that can be easily integrated into various environments, reducing the need for bulky, rigid electronics.

SeeO2 Energy

Seed Round in 2020
SeeO2 Energy develops reversible solid oxide fuel cells and electrolyzers that convert CO2 and water into hydrogen, carbon monoxide, and syngas, enabling the production of clean fuels and chemicals. The company’s high‑performance catalysts and solid oxide technology allow efficient on‑site generation of gases, turning greenhouse‑gas emissions into valuable products and helping industries reduce their carbon footprint.

Calogy Solutions

Seed Round in 2020
Calogy Solutions specializes in developing advanced thermal management technologies tailored for electric transportation applications. The company offers a range of solutions including thermal and CFD calculations for electronics thermal management, custom-designed compact liquid cooling systems, heat pipes, vapor chambers, and comprehensive thermal characterization, testing, and validation services. These services involve exposing microelectronic components to various temperature conditions to help clients identify and address thermal challenges in their products, ultimately enhancing safety, increasing component lifetime, and reducing initial costs of vehicles.

One Silicon Chip Photonics

Seed Round in 2020
Founded in 2014, One Silicon Chip Photonics designs and produces compact, low-power, high-performance navigation sensors for autonomous vehicles. The company specializes in Micro-Opto-Electro-Mechanical Systems (MOEMS) components integrated on Silicon-On-Insulator substrates to create advanced gyroscopes and inertial measurement units.
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