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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Carbonova develops carbon nanofibers and a technology platform to enhance performance with sustainable and economical carbon materials. Its proprietary chemical process converts carbon dioxide and waste heat from power plants into high-strength carbon fiber, enabling industries to transform greenhouse gas feedstocks into valuable solid commodities.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 develops a satellite-based monitoring platform that integrates satellite data, Internet of Things sensors, and AI to assess the physical integrity of critical infrastructure and monitor ground motion phenomena. The solution helps clients identify risks such as land subsidence, landslides, and settlement affecting bridges, dams, highways, and mining sites, enabling informed maintenance, risk management, and capital planning in the context of climate change.
KorrAI
Pre Seed Round in 2022
KorrAI develops a satellite-based monitoring platform that integrates satellite data, Internet of Things sensors, and AI to assess the physical integrity of critical infrastructure and monitor ground motion phenomena. The solution helps clients identify risks such as land subsidence, landslides, and settlement affecting bridges, dams, highways, and mining sites, enabling informed maintenance, risk management, and capital planning in the context of climate change.
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.
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.
Zen Electric Bikes
Grant in 2022
Zen Electric Bikes designs and manufactures electric bicycles and battery solutions for urban mobility. It offers electric bicycles as a sustainable transportation option and provides energy storage products and energy-as-a-service battery swap stations to support efficient, low-emission vehicle use. The company focuses on reducing carbon emissions by delivering practical e-bike technology and related services that enhance urban mobility.
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.
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.
SolarSteam
Seed Round in 2022
SolarSteam is a hardtech startup developing renewable solar thermal technology to reduce rising costs and emissions in industrial heat generation. The company develops a modular solar thermal system that delivers scalable, cost-effective heat from renewable energy. Its proprietary, patented technology aims to outperform fossil fuels on cost without subsidies, helping industrial manufacturers and processors cut emissions and lower energy expenses.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Summit Nanotech Corporation
Seed Round in 2020
Summit Nanotech Corporation is a Calgary-based cleantech company developing direct lithium extraction technology for lithium producers, with modular systems designed for scalable deployment and a focus on sustainable, water-efficient operations. Founded in 2018, it collaborates with mining companies and lithium asset owners in Chile and Argentina to reduce environmental impact and lower costs compared with traditional methods.
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.
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.
Phycus Biotechnologies
Seed Round in 2020
Phycus Biotechnologies specializes in biotechnology solutions. It develops products from biological sources, primarily algae and aquatic organisms, to create bioactive compounds used in cosmetics, dietary supplements, functional foods, and natural pesticides.
Reazent
Seed Round in 2020
Reazent is an agricultural technology company focused on developing safe, natural, biologically based alternatives to agrochemicals. Founded in 2018 and based in Halifax, Canada, it seeks to replace synthetic agrochemicals with sustainable, economically viable solutions. The company develops products that support crop growth, yield, and stress resistance, addressing diseases such as bacterial soft rot, Phytophthora blight, and anthracnose in leafy fruits and vegetables, enabling farmers to improve crop health and return on investment through safer disease control and abiotic stress resilience.
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.
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.
Founded in 2006, Effenco is an autotech company specializing in heavy-duty vehicle electrification. Headquartered in Montreal, Canada, with operations in the U.S. and Europe, it develops Active-Stop-Start electric hybrid technology for vocational trucks. This system improves energy efficiency by 30% and reduces greenhouse gas emissions when vehicles are stationary.
Miru Smart Technologies
Grant in 2020
Miru Smart Technologies, formerly known as Click Materials, is a Vancouver-based company specializing in advanced materials, particularly in the development of electrochromic windows for residential, commercial, and automotive applications. Founded as a university spin-off, Miru leverages over a decade of academic and industrial research to innovate traditional thin film production. This advanced fabrication process is designed to provide superior performance at lower manufacturing costs compared to existing technologies. By focusing on strategic partnerships, Miru aims to integrate its window technology into the growing trends of connected smart buildings and voice-activated smart homes, contributing to reduced greenhouse gas emissions and enhanced energy efficiency.
Anomera is a company focused on sustainable manufacturing processes that convert forest industry pulp and wood waste into innovative bio-products. It specializes in the development of natural cellulose ingredients, specifically carboxylated cellulose nanocrystals, which serve as biodegradable alternatives to plastic microbeads and silicates in the cosmetic and skincare markets. Anomera's products enhance performance while providing environmentally friendly solutions. The company's roadmap includes expanding its offerings with DextraCel™ materials for diverse applications, including eco-friendly inks and pigments, water and air purification, coatings, composites, and medical/life sciences. Through its research and development, Anomera aims to provide industries with sustainable alternatives to traditional chemical components, ultimately improving industrial processes and promoting environmental responsibility.
EcoPackers Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in the manufacture and sale of biodegradable packaging materials. Established in 2018, EcoPackers utilizes plant-based resources to produce 100% biodegradable alternatives to traditional plastic inputs. The company's 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 environmental impact and promote the use of eco-friendly materials in the packaging industry.
CryoLogistics
Grant in 2020
CryoLogistics is a BC-based clean-tech company specializing in cold chain equipment manufacturing. It has developed an innovative refrigerated container for shipping palletized loads of temperature-sensitive food and pharmaceutical products globally.
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.
Qube Technologies
Grant in 2020
Qube Technologies develops IoT devices powered by AI for detecting and reducing greenhouse gas emissions at oil and gas facilities. Its technology employs machine learning and edge computing to continuously measure and detect emissions, enabling cost-effective regulatory compliance.
Salient Energy
Grant in 2020
Salient Energy is focused on commercializing an innovative zinc-ion battery developed from research at the University of Waterloo. This battery technology is designed for efficient electricity storage in the power grid, boasting a proprietary cathode that incorporates zinc within its crystal lattice, rather than merely reacting on the surface. This unique approach results in a battery with a relatively high energy density, making it a competitive alternative to traditional lithium-ion batteries. Salient Energy's batteries are not only safer and longer-lasting but also compatible with existing manufacturing processes, allowing for production in current battery factories worldwide. The company's goal is to provide the electric industry with sustainable and reliable energy storage solutions.
Alliance Magnesium
Funding Round in 2020
Alliance Magnesium Inc. is a Canadian company based in Brossard, founded in 2003, that specializes in the development of a patented electrolysis clean tech technology for producing magnesium from serpentine rock. The company aims to utilize hydroelectricity as a clean energy source to extract magnesium metal from tailings, thereby addressing environmental concerns associated with traditional magnesium production methods. By innovating on existing processes that are energy-intensive and predominantly used by producers in China, Alliance Magnesium seeks to offer a more sustainable solution for the automotive and aerospace industries.
TROES is a Canadian company focused on developing advanced smart power energy storage technologies and solutions aimed at the middle-market sector, including project developers, power distributors, and consumers. The company addresses the challenges of traditional energy grids by providing modularized energy storage systems that enhance energy reliability and efficiency. TROES' innovative products empower commercial and industrial clients to lower energy costs, reduce carbon footprints, and improve the quality of electricity management. By leveraging its patented hardware and software, TROES enables users to access backup power and transportable energy, unlocking previously inaccessible project opportunities due to high costs and lack of expertise.
Swirltex
Seed Round in 2020
Swirltex Inc. is a Canadian company based in Calgary that specializes in the development and supply of custom wastewater treatment systems. Founded in 2015, the company utilizes a patented membrane technology that separates solids and liquids based on buoyancy. This innovative approach allows Swirltex to treat a variety of wastewater sources, including industrial applications such as dairy processing, mining wastewater, and beverage clarification. By manipulating the buoyancy of contaminants in the fluid, Swirltex's systems enhance filtration efficiency, reduce fouling on membrane surfaces, and ultimately produce high-quality effluent. The company's solutions enable clients to effectively manage wastewater while minimizing environmental impact and operational costs.
Seaformatics Systems
Seed Round in 2020
Seaformatics Systems designs and manufactures power harvesting and wireless communication products for the ocean monitoring industry.
Absolute Combustion
Seed Round in 2020
Absolute Combustion International is a company specializing in burner products and solutions focused on enhancing combustion technology while prioritizing environmental sustainability. They offer a range of services that include greenhouse gas reduction, air pollution control equipment, energy efficiency solutions, and heat transfer efficiency improvements. The company's advanced burner technology enhances the performance of industrial combustion systems, particularly in sectors such as aerospace, oil and gas, and recycling. By improving operational efficiency and reducing emissions, Absolute Combustion enables its clients to lower operational costs and enhance workplace safety. Their commitment to clean combustion technology aligns with the goal of fostering a more sustainable future and minimizing the environmental impact of industrial processes.
G2V Optics
Seed Round in 2020
Founded in 2015, G2V Optics specializes in manufacturing LED solar simulators and commercial lighting automation products for scientific research, vertical farming, and industrial applications. Its product offerings include horticulture lighting systems designed to improve yield, quality, and operating costs.
Power HV
Seed Round in 2020
Power HV is creating ground-breaking technology, decreasing greenhouse gas emissions and saving money along the way.
Fibracast specializes in advanced purification systems for water and wastewater treatment, focusing on innovative solutions to operational challenges in these sectors. The company is known for its development of FibrePlate™, a cutting-edge hybrid ultrafilter that combines the advantages of both hollow-fiber and flat-plate membranes. This technology is designed to efficiently filter out impurities from wastewater, effectively converting it into potable water. Fibracast's systems serve various clients, including municipal, industrial, and commercial entities, and are recognized for their compact design, strength, and energy efficiency.
Anaergia Inc. is a Canadian company specializing in the generation of renewable energy through advanced anaerobic digestion of organic waste from municipal, agricultural, and industrial sources. It manufactures sustainable solutions that convert waste into renewable energy, fertilizers, and recycled water. The company provides a range of services, including municipal wastewater solutions, waste diversion strategies, and agri-food applications focused on nutrient management and water reuse. Anaergia operates through multiple segments, including Capital Sales, Services, and Build, Own, and Operate Projects, with the Capital Sales division being the primary revenue generator through the sale of proprietary technologies and services to municipalities, private entities, and project developers. The company serves a global market, with a presence in North America, Europe, and Asia, and its solutions are utilized in resource recovery facilities around the world.
RecycleSmart Solutions
Grant in 2020
RecycleSmart Solutions is a Canadian waste management company that specializes in optimizing recycling processes for businesses. It operates the largest container sensor system in Canada, providing real-time data and analytics to enhance hauling efficiencies, reduce costs, and increase waste diversion rates. By leveraging data-driven insights, RecycleSmart helps businesses streamline their waste collection and recycling operations, ultimately driving sustainability and cost savings.
Borealis Wind
Grant in 2020
Borealis Wind is a Canadian company based in Kitchener, Ontario, founded in 2016. It specializes in developing an innovative internal blade heating retrofit for wind turbines, aimed at enhancing their performance in cold climates. This patented device effectively prevents and removes ice buildup on turbine blades, which can lead to significant losses in power generation and revenue for wind farms during winter months. By providing a low-maintenance and easily installable de-icing solution, Borealis Wind is contributing to increased efficiency and reliability in the wind energy sector, addressing critical challenges faced by renewable energy sources in harsh weather conditions.
Pyrowave develops microwave-based chemical recycling technology that converts post-consumer and post-industrial plastics back into their original molecular state, identical to virgin materials. This enables infinite recycling of plastics, serving municipal clients and private recyclers/generators.
Synauta is a cleantech startup founded in 2018 that focuses on enhancing the efficiency of desalination and water reuse processes. The company collaborates with innovators in Europe, Australia, the Middle East, South East Asia, and North America to significantly reduce energy and chemical consumption in desalination. By leveraging machine learning and artificial intelligence-backed algorithms, Synauta's solutions optimize operations in desalination plants, enabling clients to improve their productivity while minimizing environmental impact. The company aims to contribute to a sustainable future by potentially saving 12 million tonnes of CO2e annually, fostering a world where energy and water resources are utilized more responsibly.
SomaDetect Inc. is an agricultural technology company based in Fredericton, Canada, founded in 2016. The company specializes in providing dairy farmers with real-time analytics of milk components through advanced sensor technology. SomaDetect's innovative system measures critical indicators such as fat content and somatic cell counts in raw milk during each milking session. By offering automated and chemical-free analysis, the company empowers farmers to identify potential issues early, manage herd health effectively, reduce unnecessary antibiotic use, and ensure high-quality milk is delivered to bulk supplies. With a focus on leveraging machine learning and artificial intelligence, SomaDetect aims to enhance decision-making for dairy farmers, ultimately improving the quality of milk production.
e-Zinc develops innovative electrochemical technology for energy storage using zinc metal. This low-cost, flexible solution enables long-duration energy storage, facilitating a transition to renewable energy and a zero-carbon future.
H2nanO develops sustainable water treatment technologies for the resources sector. Founded in 2015, it specializes in low-energy solutions such as floating light-activated catalysts and solar-powered evaporation enhancement.
CelluFuel Inc. is a Canadian company based in Halifax, incorporated in 2008, that specializes in the production of synthetic renewable fuels derived from forestry resources. The company focuses on the commercialization of innovative technologies for converting woody biomass into renewable diesel fuel, positioning itself as a pioneer in the North American renewable energy sector. By operating a synthetic renewable fuel refinery, CelluFuel aims to provide sustainable energy solutions that contribute to both economic growth and environmental sustainability. Its commitment to clean and renewable practices underscores the company's goal of making a significant impact on the energy landscape.
Savormetrics
Grant in 2019
Savormetrics develops smart sensors for optimizing food storage environments. Their technology monitors air quality, removes harmful contaminants using AI, and is non-chemical based.
JDRF Electromag
Grant in 2019
JDRF Electromag offers a self-configuring smart lighting solution. JDRF Electromag's Autonomy System eliminates every financial, technical, and operational barrier to the adoption of smart lighting. It enables smart lighting's energy-saving potential by making it affordable and accessible to virtually any commercial building. JDRF Electromag's comprehensive suite of advanced smart lighting features requires no design, programming, or maintenance.
Enersion is a research and development company focused on creating innovative solutions for cooling, heating, and electricity. The company specializes in the design of adsorption chillers that utilize nano-porous materials to convert waste heat into cooling, thereby eliminating the need for electrically powered compressors or synthetic refrigerants. Enersion's Tri-Generation technology enhances energy efficiency by converting waste heat from power generation into cooling, maximizing savings for clients. By using natural gas for efficient cooling and generating electricity from hot water, Enersion enables clients to access sustainable energy solutions at reduced costs, benefiting both the environment and their operational expenses.
EnerPure is a cleantech energy company focused on recycling waste petroleum into clean fuel and energy. The company has developed a proprietary technology that transforms waste oil into diesel fuel through a systematic process that includes pre-treatment, preparation of feedstock, and refining via distillation and filtration. This innovative approach not only provides a sustainable solution for waste oil disposal but also significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions. By enabling clients to minimize their environmental impact, EnerPure contributes to cleaner energy solutions while fostering local employment opportunities.
C2CNT is a company specializing in the development and commercialization of carbon capture technology, aimed at mitigating greenhouse gas emissions. The company focuses on collecting carbon dioxide emissions from thermal power generation and other industrial processes, converting them into high-value carbon nanotubes. This innovative process not only addresses climate change by reducing carbon dioxide levels but also produces carbon nanotubes that are cheaper, more sustainable, and of superior quality by utilizing recycled carbon dioxide. C2CNT is actively rolling out its carbon nanotube products and offering licenses for its carbon capture technology, contributing significantly to global climate solutions.
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.
Open Ocean Robotics
Grant in 2019
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.
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.
Genecis
Seed Round in 2019
Genecis is an early-stage organic waste processing startup that uses biotechnology to convert waste into biodegradable plastics and other high-value materials. It converts organic waste into PHA (Polyhydroxyalkanoate), a biodegradable, compostable, and non-toxic polymer that can be tuned to replace a wide variety of traditional plastics. PHA can be used for single-use plastics, clothing and textiles, automotive interiors, medical tools and products, and food contact applications.
Mangrove Water Technologies
Grant in 2019
Mangrove Water Technologies Ltd. is a Vancouver-based company established in 2017, specializing in wastewater desalination systems. The company has developed a modular and mobile technology that effectively treats and purifies contaminated well water, converting saline wastewater and waste gases into desalinated water and value-added chemicals for on-site use. This innovative technology has progressed from a laboratory concept to a commercial-scale demonstration over four years, reflecting significant advancements in its capabilities. The technology originated from research conducted at the University of British Columbia's Chemical Engineering Department, with support from various funding sources aimed at reducing emissions and promoting economic development.
Intelline Inc. is a Canadian company based in Kitchener, specializing in the manufacturing of innovative diesel generators. Founded in 2017, Intelline focuses on enhancing power production efficiency, claiming that its generators achieve 40 percent better fuel efficiency than traditional models. The company offers a range of products, including the Modular Linear Generator, which converts combustion energy directly into electricity, and the Reconfigurable Linear Electric Motor, designed for manufacturing linear motors. Intelline's Cryocooler System serves various commercial applications. By facilitating the transition to sustainable fuels such as natural gas, biofuels, synthetic fuels, and hydrogen, Intelline aims to provide customers with diverse fuel options while mitigating the impact of fuel price fluctuations. This commitment to innovation positions Intelline as a key player in the drive toward more efficient and environmentally friendly power generation solutions.
Eavor Technologies
Grant in 2019
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.
E3P Technologies
Grant in 2019
E3P Technologies specializes in the development of a compact, zero-emission compressor designed to mitigate methane leaks commonly associated with natural gas compression at well sites. By providing a solution that effectively eliminates these leaks, the company aims to help the oil and gas industries significantly reduce their overall greenhouse gas emissions during operations. E3P Technologies focuses on environmentally responsible technology that addresses critical challenges in emissions management within the energy sector.
Imtex Membranes
Grant in 2019
Imtex Membranes Corp. is a Canadian company based in Mississauga, established in 2007, that specializes in advanced membrane separation technology for the petrochemical and refining industries. The company has developed the Permylene™ membrane system, which offers a high-performance and commercially viable alternative to traditional distillation methods for the extraction and purification of olefins. This innovative technology not only enhances efficiency but also provides substantial economic and environmental benefits, positioning Imtex Membranes as a leader in the field of gas separation. Through its focus on olefin/paraffin separation, the company aims to set new standards within the industry.
Yava Technologies
Grant in 2018
Yava Technologies is a Toronto-based company established in 1990 that specializes in developing and licensing innovative mineral recovery process solutions for the mining and mineral processing industries. The company aims to enhance the efficiency of these industries by offering a technology that eliminates the reliance on traditional mining equipment, such as concentrators and smelters. Yava Technologies focuses on creating low-cost, environmentally friendly processes that facilitate the recovery of various metals, ultimately allowing organizations to generate increased profits and value-added products across different sectors.
Clir Renewables
Grant in 2018
Clir Renewables Inc. is a company that specializes in cloud-based renewable energy asset management and reporting software. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, with an additional office in Glasgow, United Kingdom, Clir's software-as-a-service platform is designed to assist asset managers and owners in optimizing the performance and profitability of renewable energy plants. By integrating deep domain expertise with artificial intelligence, Clir’s platform enhances annual energy production, monitors asset health, and effectively manages financial and technical risks associated with renewable energy assets.
Li-Cycle is a clean technology company specializing in the resource recovery of end-of-life lithium-ion batteries. The company employs its proprietary Spoke and Hub recycling process, which enables the efficient processing of battery manufacturing scrap and spent batteries. At its Spokes, Li-Cycle produces black mass and other intermediate products, while its Hubs focus on recovering valuable raw materials such as lithium carbonate, cobalt sulphate, and nickel sulphate. Committed to sustainable practices, Li-Cycle’s technology allows for the recovery of 80 to 100% of materials found in lithium-ion batteries, addressing the growing demand for critical battery resources in an environmentally responsible manner.
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.
Carbicrete offers innovative technology for producing cement-free, carbon-negative concrete. It licenses this technology to precast concrete manufacturers, enabling them to create sustainable building solutions that reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Alliance Magnesium
Funding Round in 2018
Alliance Magnesium Inc. is a Canadian company based in Brossard, founded in 2003, that specializes in the development of a patented electrolysis clean tech technology for producing magnesium from serpentine rock. The company aims to utilize hydroelectricity as a clean energy source to extract magnesium metal from tailings, thereby addressing environmental concerns associated with traditional magnesium production methods. By innovating on existing processes that are energy-intensive and predominantly used by producers in China, Alliance Magnesium seeks to offer a more sustainable solution for the automotive and aerospace industries.
Polystyvert
Venture Round in 2018
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.
MEG Energy Corp. is a Canadian energy company specializing in sustainable in situ thermal oil production in the southern Athabasca region of Alberta. The company holds a 100% interest in approximately 750 square miles of mineral leases and primarily focuses on its Christina Lake Project, employing steam-assisted gravity drainage extraction methods to enhance oil recovery while reducing carbon emissions. MEG also operates significant midstream assets, including a 50%-owned joint venture, Access Pipeline, which connects the Christina Lake Project to transportation hubs, and the wholly-owned Stonefell Terminal, a 900,000 barrel storage facility. These assets enable MEG to optimize logistics and mitigate risks associated with pipeline constraints. Additionally, MEG is advancing innovative technologies like its Diluent Removal Facility and HI-Q® project, which aim to improve transportation efficiency and lower environmental impacts. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Calgary, MEG Energy is well-positioned in the oil sands sector, supported by a skilled team dedicated to responsible energy development.
Ionomr Innovations
Grant in 2018
Ionomr Innovations designs and manufactures advanced ion-exchange membranes and polymers for clean tech applications. Founded in 2013, the company pioneers environmentally friendly materials to replace toxic fluorinated chemicals in electrochemical systems, enabling more efficient and sustainable solutions for water treatment, energy storage, hydrogen production, and chemical remediation.
Springpower is a manufacturing company that supplies clean cathode materials to battery manufacturers. It develops and commercializes graphene and silicon nanomaterials for lithium-ion batteries, with technologies designed to use less water and energy and to avoid wastewater, enabling cost-effective mass production of battery materials.
KMX Technologies
Grant in 2018
KMX Technologies specializes in membrane distillation technology aimed at enhancing the separation and recovery of valuable chemicals and water treatment processes. The company offers innovative solutions that integrate with conventional methods like reverse osmosis and distillation to achieve more efficient separations. Its primary applications span various industries, including mining, desalination, oil and gas, environmental remediation, and industrial waste management. By providing next-generation systems that focus on low-cost solutions for brine concentration and organic solvent recovery, KMX Technologies addresses critical mineral extraction and water treatment challenges effectively.
New Rubber Technologies
Grant in 2018
New Rubber Technologies (NRT) specializes in the devulcanization and reformulation of rubber materials, focusing on the reuse of waste rubbers and plastics to create new products. By utilizing end-of-life tires and other rubber waste streams as primary feedstocks, the company produces devulcanized rubber particulates. This innovative approach allows manufacturers to reduce costs while providing sustainable material options derived from waste. NRT is recognized as a leader in developing unique rubber compounds and OEM-manufactured goods, contributing to a more circular economy in the rubber industry.
ClinnUp is a clean-tech company by changing how municipal wastewater is treated by merging electricity with biological processes.