Sustainable Development Technology Canada

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

Timon LeDain

Vice President, Operations

Leo Bever Ph.D

Investment Director

Past deals in GreenTech

Sollum

Grant in 2022
Sollum Technologies Inc. designs and manufactures lighting systems. Its lighting systems include LED hardware and programmable platform to provide the right light at various stages of crop growth; and a natural circadian rhythm to animals. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is based in Montreal, Canada.

Open Ocean Robotics

Grant in 2021
Developer of wind and solar-powered autonomous boats intended to provide real-time data and information to protect the oceans. The company's boats are equipped with sensors and cameras to make oceanic observations and instantly relay them, offering a safe, efficient, and affordable way of collecting data compared to conventional crewed vessels, enabling clients to monitor ocean traffic, watch for illegal fishing, collect information on marine mammals and understand the impacts of climate change.

Mikro-Tek

Grant in 2021
Mikro-Tek is an environmental biotechnology company based in Timmins, Ontario, focused on carbon project development and the supply of carbon offset credits. Since its inception in 2003, the company has implemented its technology in various land use projects, particularly in forestry. Mikro-Tek has successfully planted new forests across more than 7,500 hectares of unproductive land in Chile and has also engaged in reforestation initiatives in the Canadian boreal forest. These efforts have resulted in the generation of approximately 1.4 million carbon offset credits, which are available to industries aiming to meet their emission reduction goals in a sustainable manner. In addition to its carbon offset projects, Mikro-Tek produces naturally-occurring soil micro-organisms known as mycorrhizal fungi, further contributing to environmental sustainability.

Cobric Chemicals

Grant in 2021
Cobric Chemicals specializes in the commercialization and demonstration of clean-tech solutions, particularly in the waste recycling sector. The company collaborates with established waste management firms to enhance its market presence and minimize risks, thereby facilitating quicker profitability. Cobric has developed a proprietary high-temperature metal recovery process that efficiently extracts zinc from secondary sources. This innovative technology allows clients to implement and showcase clean-tech solutions while also licensing these technologies to specific users and markets. Through these efforts, Cobric Chemicals aims to advance sustainable practices in the recycling industry.

GHGSat

Grant in 2021
GHGSat Incorporated provides greenhouse gas emissions monitoring data and services. The company offers data products, including surface reflectance images, abundance datasets, concentration maps, and monitoring and emission rates. Its analysis services include monitoring of targeted sites, such as natural gas leaks from pipelines; emission rate estimations, including inventory analysis emission rate of species; augmented analysis of emissions; mosaics of commercial satellite imagery products; and trending analysis of emissions from individual sites, or grouped sites. The company offers its products through a network of resellers to oil and gas, power generation, mining, waste management, and agriculture markets in Canada and internationally. GHGSat Incorporated was founded in 2011 and is based in Montreal, Canada.

Pani Energy

Seed Round in 2021
Developer of an operational intelligence platform intended to optimize water treatment with artificial intelligence. The company's platform leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning that integrates with existing equipment and control systems, enabling plant owners and operators to log in and see how to optimize their plant's energy consumption, chemical usage, up-time, equipment life, and operational costs.

Viridis Terra

Venture Round in 2021
Viridis Terra International focus on the restoration of degraded ecosystems, lands, and soils; and on the formulation, implementation, and sustainable management of large-scale reforestation, afforestation, and forest and agroforest landscape restoration projects.

HaiLa

Grant in 2021
HaiLa Technologies Inc. engages in the development of wireless connectivity platform for the deployment of remote data capture and management devices. It offers sensors and software that enable Internet of Things (IoT) devices to semi-passively hitchhike their data on ambient waves; and wide-scale deployment of IoT sensors into existing network infrastructures. The company’s products use cases include smart homes, agriculture, industrial, wearables, implantable medical devices, and automotive. HaiLa Technologies Inc. was formerly known as Wavelite and changed its name to HaiLa Technologies Inc. in June 2019. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in Montreal, Canada with additional office in Copenhagen, Denmark; and San Francisco, California.

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

Venture Round in 2021
Eavor Technologies Inc. is a geothermal technology company based in Calgary, Canada, founded in 2017. It focuses on creating a clean and reliable energy future through its innovative Eavor-Loop™ system, which extracts heat from deep within the Earth for commercial heating and electricity generation. This system employs advanced drilling techniques and integrates existing commercial components in a novel configuration, allowing for scalable and steady green power production. Eavor's technology circulates a benign working fluid in a closed loop, isolating it from the environment while harvesting heat from geologically accessible rock temperatures. The company also operates the Eavor-Lite™ Demonstration Project as a prototype for its technology suite, addressing challenges traditionally associated with geothermal energy.

Giatec

Grant in 2021
Giatec Scientific Inc., founded in 2010 and based in Ottawa, Canada, specializes in designing and manufacturing sensor-based testing products for the construction industry. The company focuses on revolutionizing concrete monitoring through innovative IoT technologies that provide real-time data on concrete properties during various phases, including design, production, and placement. Giatec's product lineup includes wireless concrete sensors such as SmartRock, mobile applications like Smart Concrete, and advanced non-destructive testing tools. These solutions enable contractors and ready-mix producers to make informed decisions, optimize mix designs, and effectively manage civil infrastructure by assessing the condition and durability of concrete. By integrating these technologies, Giatec aims to enhance efficiency and reduce costs in construction projects.

QEA Tech

Grant in 2021
Developer of drone-based energy audit and quantification software designed to assist businesses and organizations in improving their energy efficiency and lowering their carbon impact. The platform uses drone-captured thermal images to create a 3D model of a building's energy loss, which is then analyzed to identify areas where energy is being wasted and provides recommendations for improvement, enabling users to conduct envelope thermal inspections in a hassle-free manner.

Hydrogen Optimized

Grant in 2021
Hydrogen Optimized specializes in the development and commercialization of large-scale Green Hydrogen production systems aimed at high-growth markets. The company has introduced the RuggedCell™ high-current water electrolysis system, which is engineered to provide low-cost Green Hydrogen suitable for the largest industrial applications. By utilizing innovative hydrogen technology, Hydrogen Optimized enables industries to achieve economically viable hydrogen production through renewable energy sources.

Ecoation

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.

Terramera

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

Pani Energy

Grant in 2020
Developer of an operational intelligence platform intended to optimize water treatment with artificial intelligence. The company's platform leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning that integrates with existing equipment and control systems, enabling plant owners and operators to log in and see how to optimize their plant's energy consumption, chemical usage, up-time, equipment life, and operational costs.

Elocity

Seed Round in 2020
Elocity is a cleantech company based in Toronto, Canada, focused on transforming the electrification of transportation for electric utilities, municipalities, and businesses. Founded in 2018, Elocity provides an intelligent and connected platform for smart electric vehicle (EV) charging, leveraging AI and IoT technologies. Its primary product, HIEV, helps utilities manage EV charging demand and integrates electromobility charging into existing electricity grid infrastructure and business processes. By partnering with power utilities and EV charging network operators, Elocity aims to create a sustainable and affordable transition to electric vehicles. The company's solutions enable clients to efficiently manage the demand and loads associated with increasing EV adoption while ensuring grid stability and reducing the need for new infrastructure investments. Elocity also maintains sales offices in Cypress, Texas, Dubai, and Noida, along with an engineering location in Bengaluru, India.

Calogy Solutions

Seed Round in 2020
Calogy Solution is a developer of thermal management technologies designed to assist in electric transportation applications. The company's technologies include thermal and CFD calculations for electronics thermal management, custom-designed compact liquid cooling, heat pipes, and vapor chambers and a wide range of thermal characterization, testing and validation services by exposing microelectronic components to various temperature conditions, enabling clients to identify and thereafter rectify the thermal challenges in their products.

Freshr Technologies

Seed Round in 2020
Freshr Technologies, formally known as Impactful Health Research and Development Inc., specializes in the development of compostable packaging solutions aimed at extending the shelf life of fresh fish. Established in 2017 and based in Montréal, Canada, the company focuses on creating active packaging materials from naturally-derived resources. These innovative materials help preserve the texture and quality of fish by maintaining its water content and targeting harmful bacteria, thereby enabling fish processing companies to minimize waste. Additionally, Freshr's solutions contribute to reducing organic waste and plastic pollution, while also decreasing reliance on petrochemicals and lowering greenhouse gas emissions. By addressing the challenges faced by retailers, exporters, and processors in the seafood industry, Freshr Technologies promotes sustainability and efficiency in food preservation.

Evercloak

Seed Round in 2020
Evercloak Inc., founded in 2018 and based in Waterloo, Canada, specializes in the production of ultra-thin graphene and other two-dimensional nanomaterial films. The company employs an economical and energy-efficient manufacturing process to create continuous coatings of single-layer nanomaterials. By utilizing an advanced manufacturing platform, Evercloak produces ultra-thin nanomaterial membranes that support clean technology applications. These innovations aim to lower costs, reduce energy consumption, and decrease greenhouse gas emissions across various sectors, including oil and gas, nuclear energy, mining, and agri-food.

Reazent

Seed Round in 2020
Reazent, Inc. is an agricultural technology company based in Halifax, Canada, founded in 2018. The company specializes in developing biological-based organic alternatives to synthetic agrochemicals, aiming to provide safe and natural products for agricultural applications. Reazent focuses on enhancing plant growth, yield, and stress resistance, addressing a variety of fungal diseases that affect leafy fruits and vegetables. By offering these innovative solutions, Reazent supports farmers in managing crop disease, improving yield, and increasing their return on investment, while promoting more sustainable and economically viable agricultural practices.

Flash Forest

Seed Round in 2020
Flash Forest is a reforestation company focused on rapidly restoring post-harvest and post-wildfire areas. By employing advanced technologies such as aerial mapping software, drone systems, and biological seed-pod technology, the company aims to efficiently plant trees and enhance ecological recovery. Through its innovative approach that combines automation with ecological science, Flash Forest enables businesses to offset carbon emissions effectively, contributing to global efforts against climate change.

Miru

Grant in 2020
Click Materials Corp., now known as Miru Smart Technologies, is a Vancouver-based company specializing in advanced materials and innovative thin film production. Founded in 2011, the company focuses on manufacturing films that enhance energy efficiency, particularly through products like electrochromic windows, which can switch between clear and opaque states using electricity. This technology is designed for smart home applications and aims to lower power consumption. With a foundation in over a decade of academic and industrial research, Miru Smart Technologies is advancing its fabrication processes and establishing strategic partnerships across residential, commercial, and automotive sectors to optimize performance while reducing manufacturing costs.

EcoPackers

Grant in 2020
EcoPackers Inc. is a Toronto-based company established in 2018 that specializes in the production and sale of biodegradable packaging materials. The company focuses on creating eco-resins derived from plants, offering a 100% biodegradable alternative to traditional plastic inputs. These eco-resins enable plastic manufacturers globally to develop innovative, non-toxic, and compostable single-use packaging solutions. Through its commitment to sustainability, EcoPackers aims to reduce the environmental impact of plastic packaging.

Sollum

Grant in 2020
Sollum Technologies Inc. designs and manufactures lighting systems. Its lighting systems include LED hardware and programmable platform to provide the right light at various stages of crop growth; and a natural circadian rhythm to animals. The company was incorporated in 2015 and is based in Montreal, Canada.

Qube Technologies

Grant in 2020
Qube Technologies specializes in developing innovative solutions for continuous emissions monitoring in the oil and gas industry, as well as in landfills and mines. The company focuses on creating Internet of Things (IoT) devices that leverage artificial intelligence to accurately detect and measure greenhouse gas emissions. By employing advanced technologies such as machine learning and edge computing, Qube's systems enable industrial facilities to monitor emissions in real time. This approach not only facilitates compliance with environmental regulations but also helps reduce costs associated with emissions management, particularly for methane emissions in the oil and gas sector.

TROES

Seed Round in 2020
TROES is a Canadian company to develop smart power energy storage technologies, products, and solutions in a 170 Billion market to help middle-market project developers, power distributors, and power consumers to unlock numerous project opportunities with considerable payback which are not existed previously due to high project cost, lack of expertise and low development efficiency by using our patented modularized energy storage hardware and software.

G2V Optics

Seed Round in 2020
G2V's founding mission is to develop and commercialize technology that will enable food production for a growing population while significantly reducing fresh water and land use. We do this by improving yield, quality, and operating costs for commercial growers by providing efficient 'engineered sunlight'​. Our advanced technology provides greenhouses, vertical farms, and home growers with multi-zone lighting and plant monitoring, allowing a grower to keep tabs on their entire crop. We are obsessed with using new technology to make a difference and continue to develop some of the most dynamic and innovative new products for the horticulture market.

PowerTree

Seed Round in 2020
PowerTree Inc. is a Montreal-based company that specializes in developing software solutions for the electrical maintenance of buildings. Founded in 2018, the company’s platform is designed to document and maintain electrical distribution systems, ensuring that building electrical data remains current for efficient maintenance. By facilitating documentation and optimizing daily operations, PowerTree’s software promotes collaboration among departments and shifts. It also generates email alerts when specific situations arise, allowing electricians to address issues promptly and effectively. This focus on enhancing operational efficiency enables maintenance electricians to minimize time spent on information retrieval, allowing them to concentrate more on maintenance tasks.

Power HV

Seed Round in 2020
Power HV is creating ground-breaking technology, decreasing greenhouse gas emissions and saving money along the way.

GSTS

Grant in 2020
Developer of advanced global digital solutions system designed to enhance safety, security, efficiency and environmental sustainability in the maritime domain The company's system conducts monitoring and analysis of both real-time as well as historical data sets from any point on the globe through the use of terrestrial and space-based sensors and communication systems, enabling maritime business operators to save lives, energy and the environment by reducing fuel use, emissions and reducing the risk of ship groundings or collisions.

Synauta

Grant in 2020
Synauta is a cleantech startup collaborating with desalination innovators in Europe, Australia, the Middle East and Canada. Together these companies share our goal of reducing energy and chemical use in desalination. Founded in 2018, their vision is that they all live in a world where energy and water is not wasted. With their solution they estimate the global industry can save more than 3 million tonnes of CO2 every year.
RecycleSmart operates the largest container sensor system in Canada, delivering real-time intelligence, improving hauling efficiencies (and savings) and driving waste diversion results (more savings).

H2nanO

Grant in 2019
H2nanO Inc. is a Canadian company focused on developing advanced wastewater treatment technology for municipal and industrial applications. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Kitchener, with an additional office in Waterloo, the company specializes in creating nonmaterial and nanotechnology products designed to effectively treat hard-to-degrade water contaminants. H2nanO's innovative approach utilizes light-activated processes, enabling safe discharge and reuse of treated water.

EnerPure

Grant in 2019
EnerPure is a cleantech energy company focused on recycling waste petroleum into a clean source of fuel and energy. The company has developed advanced technology that processes waste oil through several stages, including pre-treatment, preparation of feedstock, and refining via distillation and filtration to produce diesel fuel. This innovative approach not only helps clients minimize the environmental impact associated with waste oil but also contributes to local employment opportunities. By transforming waste petroleum into usable energy, EnerPure plays a significant role in promoting sustainability and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

BluWave-ai

Seed Round in 2019
BluWave-ai is at the forefront of the global energy transformation, promoting the integration of distributed and renewable energy sources, electric transportation, and smart loads. The company offers a SaaS-based platform that employs artificial intelligence to enhance the efficiency of smart grids, making energy more affordable, reliable, and sustainable. Its solutions enable real-time optimization of power generation and operations, allowing clients to accurately predict energy demand and adapt to fluctuations in electricity consumption and generation. BluWave-ai serves a diverse clientele, including communities, corporations, and utilities, who have experienced notable reductions in capital and operational costs, along with a lowered carbon footprint. The company is committed to collaborating with partners and customers to advance universal access to affordable and sustainable energy and transportation systems, focusing on various sectors such as distribution utilities, enterprises, mining, and remote or off-grid clients worldwide.

C2CNT

Grant in 2019
C2CNT specializes in carbon dioxide conversion technology aimed at mitigating climate change. The company focuses on capturing carbon dioxide emissions from thermal power generation and various industrial processes, transforming this greenhouse gas into valuable carbon nanotubes. Through its innovative approach, C2CNT produces sustainable and high-quality carbon nanotubes from recycled carbon dioxide, contributing to environmental sustainability and enabling a reduction in the impacts of global warming. In addition to manufacturing these products, C2CNT also licenses its carbon capture technology, positioning itself as a key player in the effort to combat climate change.

Enersion

Grant in 2019
Developer of an adsorption-based chiller designed for renewable and sustainable cooling power. The company's chiller specializes in providing efficient cooling by consuming natural gas and producing electricity by utilizing heat in the form of hot water, enabling clients to provide cooling from sustainable energy sources at much more cost-effective rates saving both the environment and money.

GHGSat

Grant in 2019
GHGSat Incorporated provides greenhouse gas emissions monitoring data and services. The company offers data products, including surface reflectance images, abundance datasets, concentration maps, and monitoring and emission rates. Its analysis services include monitoring of targeted sites, such as natural gas leaks from pipelines; emission rate estimations, including inventory analysis emission rate of species; augmented analysis of emissions; mosaics of commercial satellite imagery products; and trending analysis of emissions from individual sites, or grouped sites. The company offers its products through a network of resellers to oil and gas, power generation, mining, waste management, and agriculture markets in Canada and internationally. GHGSat Incorporated was founded in 2011 and is based in Montreal, Canada.

Pani Energy

Grant in 2019
Developer of an operational intelligence platform intended to optimize water treatment with artificial intelligence. The company's platform leverages artificial intelligence and machine learning that integrates with existing equipment and control systems, enabling plant owners and operators to log in and see how to optimize their plant's energy consumption, chemical usage, up-time, equipment life, and operational costs.

Open Ocean Robotics

Grant in 2019
Developer of wind and solar-powered autonomous boats intended to provide real-time data and information to protect the oceans. The company's boats are equipped with sensors and cameras to make oceanic observations and instantly relay them, offering a safe, efficient, and affordable way of collecting data compared to conventional crewed vessels, enabling clients to monitor ocean traffic, watch for illegal fishing, collect information on marine mammals and understand the impacts of climate change.

Genecis

Seed Round in 2019
Genecis is an early-stage organic waste processing startup that uses biotechnology to convert waste into biodegradeable plastics and other high value materials. Genecis is headquartered in Scarborough, Canada.
Mangrove Water Technologies Ltd. specializes in the development of a wastewater desalination system that effectively treats and purifies contaminated well water. The company's innovative technology converts saline wastewater and waste gases into desalinated water and value-added chemicals, which can be utilized on-site, specifically for oil and gas field applications. Established in 2017 and headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, Mangrove has successfully advanced its technology from a laboratory concept to a commercial-scale field pilot over the past four years. The technology was initially developed by the Wilkinson research group at the University of British Columbia, with support from various Canadian funding organizations. Its modular and mobile design allows for versatile applications, making it a significant player in the field of water treatment and resource recovery.

Eavor

Grant in 2019
Eavor Technologies Inc. is a geothermal technology company based in Calgary, Canada, founded in 2017. It focuses on creating a clean and reliable energy future through its innovative Eavor-Loop™ system, which extracts heat from deep within the Earth for commercial heating and electricity generation. This system employs advanced drilling techniques and integrates existing commercial components in a novel configuration, allowing for scalable and steady green power production. Eavor's technology circulates a benign working fluid in a closed loop, isolating it from the environment while harvesting heat from geologically accessible rock temperatures. The company also operates the Eavor-Lite™ Demonstration Project as a prototype for its technology suite, addressing challenges traditionally associated with geothermal energy.

Ecoation

Grant in 2019
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.

E3P Technologies

Grant in 2019
Manufacturer of a zero-emission compressor intended to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The company product eliminates methane leaks typically associated with well-site natural gas compression, enabling oil and gas industries to reduce overall greenhouse gas emissions generated during operations.

Semios

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

Giatec

Grant in 2018
Giatec Scientific Inc., founded in 2010 and based in Ottawa, Canada, specializes in designing and manufacturing sensor-based testing products for the construction industry. The company focuses on revolutionizing concrete monitoring through innovative IoT technologies that provide real-time data on concrete properties during various phases, including design, production, and placement. Giatec's product lineup includes wireless concrete sensors such as SmartRock, mobile applications like Smart Concrete, and advanced non-destructive testing tools. These solutions enable contractors and ready-mix producers to make informed decisions, optimize mix designs, and effectively manage civil infrastructure by assessing the condition and durability of concrete. By integrating these technologies, Giatec aims to enhance efficiency and reduce costs in construction projects.

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.

Terramera

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

Springpower

Grant in 2018
Manufacturer of clean cathode materials intended to deliver the power and performance the battery needed. The company develops and commercializes graphene and silicon nanomaterials for lithium-ion batteries that utilize less water and energy while generating no wastewater avoiding the need for expensive wastewater treatment, enabling battery manufacturers to accelerate the growth of electric vehicles with greener and less costly materials and technologies.
New Rubber Technologies (NRT) specializes in the devulcanization and reformulation of rubber materials, focusing on the reuse of waste rubbers and plastics. The company primarily utilizes end-of-life tires and other rubber waste streams as feedstocks to produce devulcanized rubber particulates. This innovative approach allows businesses to access new rubber materials derived from waste, thereby reducing costs and promoting sustainability in the rubber industry. NRT's unique processes provide valuable solutions for companies seeking to enhance their material offerings while addressing environmental concerns associated with rubber waste.

KMX Technologies

Grant in 2018
KMX Technologies, a subsidiary of Antelope Water Management, specializes in Vacuum Membrane Distillation technology. The company develops membrane distillation systems that offer efficient and cost-effective solutions for brine concentration and organic solvent recovery. Its technology is applicable in various sectors, including mining, desalination, oil and gas, environmental remediation, and industrial wastewater treatment. KMX Technologies' systems can be integrated with conventional methods such as reverse osmosis and distillation, enhancing separation efficiency and providing next-generation water treatment solutions.
Dundee Sustainable Technologies Inc. specializes in the development and commercialization of innovative technologies for treating refractory materials in the mining industry both in Canada and internationally. The company focuses on its proprietary CLEVR process, which efficiently extracts precious metals while simultaneously removing and stabilizing harmful contaminants like arsenic, antimony, and cadmium. Additionally, Dundee employs the GlassLock process to stabilize arsenic and produce a compliant, insoluble glass residue. By utilizing these advanced hydrometallurgical techniques, the company successfully extracts precious and base metals from ores, concentrates, and tailings that conventional methods cannot process due to metallurgical or environmental challenges. Dundee Sustainable Technologies also offers technical services to mining clients, assisting them in evaluating various processing alternatives. Established in 1997 and headquartered in Montreal, Canada, the company was previously known as Nichromet Extraction Inc. before rebranding in January 2014. It operates as a subsidiary of Dundee Corporation.
Forward Water Technologies is a wastewater treatment company focused on innovating the purification and desalination of water. The firm commercializes its proprietary forward osmosis technology, which offers a more efficient and environmentally friendly solution for treating wastewater. This technology enables businesses to effectively clean their wastewater, reducing the need for costly disposal methods. By addressing the challenges associated with traditional wastewater management, Forward Water Technologies aims to transform the industry and recover water that is typically lost in conventional processes.
Since 1998, Ground Effects Environmental Services (GEE) has developed patented technologies and more than 70 ground-breaking in situ remediation technologies in hundreds of sites across Canada.Headquartered in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada, they lead the way in developing innovative mobile remediation solutions, with a specialty in electrokinetic technologies for frac flowback treatment, salt remediation, drill cuttings treatment and invert drilling mud treatment for the oil and gas, mining and industrial sectors. Ground Effects is built on the belief that innovative+ design means better results.

Meta Materials

Grant in 2017
MTI, a smart materials and photonics company which is changing the way we use, interact and benefit from light. From healthcare to defense, energy to aerospace– the possibilities are endless

GreenMantra Technologies

Venture Round in 2017
Based in Brantford, Ontario, GreenMantra™ Technologies utilizes a proprietary thermo-catalytic system and patented process to cost-effectively convert and "up-cycle" waste plastics, including hard-to-recycle materials such as grocery bags and film, into high-value waxes and other specialty chemicals. These materials have a broad range of applications in the coatings, plastics processing, adhesives, roofing and paving industries.

Peak Power

Seed Round in 2017
Peak’s AI-powered software enables intelligent energy in smart cities by optimizing synthetic, stationary, and mobile batteries to act as grid resources. Peak’s solutions reduce operating costs and the environmental footprint of our clients while decreasing strain on the grid.

3E Nano

Grant in 2017
3E Nano Inc. develops and commercializes diamond like carbon coating for windows to control heat and light emission. It produces optically and thermally tunable solar control coatings for buildings, vehicles, greenhouses, windshields, and transparent media. The company was founded in 2006 and is headquartered in Kitchener, Canada.

E2metrix

Grant in 2017
E2metrix Inc. is a Canadian technology company based in Sherbrooke, specializing in the design, development, manufacturing, and marketing of advanced equipment for wastewater treatment. Founded in 2010, the company focuses on innovative solutions for various industries, including municipal water treatment, food processing, dairy processing, and mining. E2metrix leverages its proprietary electrolysis technology platform, ECOTHOR, to create systems that efficiently remove targeted contaminants such as phosphorus and ammonia, while also enabling resource recovery. The company's expertise addresses the specific needs of multiple wastewater treatment markets, positioning it as a key player in providing effective treatment solutions for diverse applications.

Sustane

Grant in 2017
Developer of waste-transformation technology intended to transform municipal solid waste back into raw materials. The company's technology offers to transform solid waste streams into high-value fuels and recyclable materials and minimize the cost of dealing with these streams, enabling clients to eliminate the need for landfills and take care of the environment around them.

Heliene Inc

Grant in 2017
A vision is to position Heliene as a strong participant in the new and growing Solar Energy Infrastructure market. Our presence will define us as a high-quality valuable regional link within the supply chain of the Solar Power Generation industry in Ontario. North America’s current energy model is unsustainable, and as one of the world’s largest contributors of greenhouse gases

QD Solar

Grant in 2017
The solar photovoltaic market is one of the fastest growing energy markets in the world. That growth comes amidst the race to the bottom on cell and module pricing driven by fierce supply side market competition. PV manufacturers can no longer count on economies of scale and incremental process improvements to attain profit in the face of competitive pricing pressures. Manufacturers need to differentiate their product by delivering better performance for the same or lower cost. QD Solar, a University of Toronto spinoff company, will provide this differentiation.

Airex Energy

Venture Round in 2017
Airex Energy Inc. is a Canadian company based in Laval, founded in 2008. The company specializes in biomass torrefaction, a process that converts various types of feedstock, such as woody biomass and agricultural waste, into biocoal. Airex Energy's innovative technology is centered around a patented cyclonic bed reactor known as CarbonFX, which facilitates large-scale production of biocoal. This technology presents a sustainable alternative to traditional fossil fuels, contributing to renewable energy solutions.

GBatteries

Grant in 2017
GBatteries Systems Inc. is a Canadian company focused on developing advanced battery management technology aimed at enhancing the performance and longevity of lithium-ion batteries. Their innovative solutions enable electric vehicles to charge rapidly, significantly reducing charging times to levels comparable to refueling a gasoline vehicle. This technology improves both the charge time and cycle life of batteries, allowing electric vehicle users to enjoy a more efficient and convenient experience without altering the battery's chemistry or manufacturing process. By addressing key challenges in battery degradation, GBatteries plays a vital role in facilitating the transition from internal combustion engines to electric vehicles.

Opus One Solutions

Grant in 2016
Opus One Solutions Energy Corporation is a software engineering company that specializes in innovative energy management solutions. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Richmond Hill, Canada, with additional offices in Massachusetts and New York, the company has developed GridOS, a pioneering real-time operating system designed for smart grid applications. GridOS integrates various energy resources, including generation, storage, and demand, with information systems such as sensors and analytics to enhance grid management. The platform supports distributed energy resource management, microgrid operations, and transactive energy functionalities, allowing utilities to optimize energy planning and operations. By leveraging intelligent algorithms for real-time analytics, Opus One Solutions aims to improve grid reliability, efficiency, and sustainability, ultimately facilitating the transition to a cleaner energy future.

Switch Materials

Venture Round in 2016
SWITCH Materials Inc. designs smart window solutions for automotive applications for OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers. It serves lower emissions, electric vehicles, customer impact, and custom solar management applications. The company was founded in 2007 and is based in Burnaby, Canada.

NextGrid

Grant in 2016
Nextgrid’s development of a multi-residential/small commercial combined heat and power (CHP) system, which uses turbine and combustion technologies, aims to achieve up to 50 per cent higher fuel efficiency than existing water heaters.

QD Solar

Seed Round in 2016
The solar photovoltaic market is one of the fastest growing energy markets in the world. That growth comes amidst the race to the bottom on cell and module pricing driven by fierce supply side market competition. PV manufacturers can no longer count on economies of scale and incremental process improvements to attain profit in the face of competitive pricing pressures. Manufacturers need to differentiate their product by delivering better performance for the same or lower cost. QD Solar, a University of Toronto spinoff company, will provide this differentiation.

Forge Hydrocarbons

Grant in 2016
Forge Hydrocarbons Corporation is a Canadian company that specializes in producing drop-in renewable diesel fuel using its proprietary Lipid-to-Hydrocarbon (LTH) technology. Founded in 2012 as a spin-off from the University of Alberta, Forge transforms waste fats and low-value organic oils, such as yellow and brown grease, into hydrocarbons that closely resemble traditional petroleum-based products. This innovative approach allows for the efficient production of hydrocarbon fuels, solvents, and chemicals, while significantly reducing emissions compared to conventional petroleum production and combustion. The company targets various sectors, including renewable energy, transportation, and government funding, contributing to cleaner energy solutions. Based in Oakville, Canada, Forge Hydrocarbons aims to provide a sustainable alternative in the energy market.

General Fusion

Grant in 2016
General Fusion Inc. is focused on developing commercial Magnetized Target Fusion (MTF), a hybrid approach that combines elements of magnetic fusion and inertial confinement fusion to create clean and abundant energy. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Burnaby, Canada, the company aims to demonstrate and commercialize its innovative fusion technology by the end of the decade. General Fusion's approach leverages recent advancements in MTF, which has been underexplored since the 1970s, positioning it as a practical solution for near-term fusion energy. The company is developing utility-scale fusion power systems and various subsystems, including plasma injectors and acoustic drivers, to support its vision. With backing from a global network of energy venture capital funds and industry leaders, General Fusion seeks to reduce technical risks and accelerate the path toward viable fusion energy solutions.

Svante

Grant in 2016
Svante specializes in providing innovative solutions for capturing large-scale CO2 emissions from emissions-intensive industries. The company offers a commercially viable method to capture carbon dioxide from existing infrastructure, allowing for either safe storage or recycling for industrial use in a closed loop. Svante's technology stands out by enabling CO2 capture at less than half the capital cost of traditional solutions, making industrial-scale carbon capture both feasible and efficient. The company is supported by a distinguished Board of Directors, including notable figures such as Nobel Laureate Steven Chu and former Airbus Group Chief Technical Officer Jean Botti, which underscores its commitment to advancing carbon capture technologies.

General Fusion

Venture Round in 2015
General Fusion Inc. is focused on developing commercial Magnetized Target Fusion (MTF), a hybrid approach that combines elements of magnetic fusion and inertial confinement fusion to create clean and abundant energy. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Burnaby, Canada, the company aims to demonstrate and commercialize its innovative fusion technology by the end of the decade. General Fusion's approach leverages recent advancements in MTF, which has been underexplored since the 1970s, positioning it as a practical solution for near-term fusion energy. The company is developing utility-scale fusion power systems and various subsystems, including plasma injectors and acoustic drivers, to support its vision. With backing from a global network of energy venture capital funds and industry leaders, General Fusion seeks to reduce technical risks and accelerate the path toward viable fusion energy solutions.

Carbon Engineering

Grant in 2015
Carbon Engineering Ltd. is a Canadian clean energy company established in 2009, headquartered in Squamish, British Columbia. The company specializes in developing and commercializing technology that captures carbon dioxide (CO2) directly from the atmosphere. Its innovative chemical-based CO2 air capture system allows large facilities to address emissions from various sources, facilitating the management of emissions associated with vehicles, airplanes, and buildings. Carbon Engineering's technology includes an air contactor and a regeneration cycle that enables continuous capture of atmospheric CO2 and the production of pure carbon dioxide. Since 2015, the company has been actively removing CO2 from the atmosphere, and as of December 2017, it has also been synthesizing this captured carbon into clean, affordable transportation fuels.

Terramera

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

Steeper Energy

Grant in 2015
Steeper Energy Aps is an energy project and technology development company based in Rudersdal, Denmark, with additional offices in Canada and Australia. Founded in 2011, the company specializes in producing advanced biofuels from low-value biomass, including agricultural and forestry residues. Its proprietary Hydrofaction process efficiently converts biomass into renewable fuels with high energy density, facilitating a transition to low-carbon options in the heavy transport sector, where electrification is challenging. Steeper Energy also engages in synthetic crude oil production from emerging resources like algae and cyanobacteria. Additionally, the company provides services related to technology assessment, vendor due diligence, and commercial arrangements, including energy off-take and feedstock procurement. With a focus on reducing carbon emissions and addressing climate change, Steeper Energy aims to contribute to a sustainable transport future while leveraging its partnerships and expertise in the field.
Developer of a dewatering technology designed to offer dewatering and decontamination using electrokinetics. The company's technology specializes in application to a wide range of industrial situations where difficult-to-dewater slurries, sludge, and unstable clay soil conditions are present, enabling oil sand producers to manage tailing from oil sands and other mining operations.

Semios

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

CarbonCure

Grant in 2011
CarbonCure Technologies Inc. provides technology to existing concrete plants that allows producers to sequester carbon dioxide into their concrete products. Its technology recycles waste carbon dioxide (CO2) to make concrete products. The company source waste CO2 from industrial emitters, and is added to the concrete during production, where it is chemically converted into a limestone-like mineral. The company was formerly known as Carbon Sense Solutions Inc. and changed its name to CarbonCure Technologies Inc. in January 2011. The company was incorporated in 2007 and is based in Dartmouth, Canada.

Nexterra

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

General Fusion

Grant in 2009
General Fusion Inc. is focused on developing commercial Magnetized Target Fusion (MTF), a hybrid approach that combines elements of magnetic fusion and inertial confinement fusion to create clean and abundant energy. Founded in 2002 and headquartered in Burnaby, Canada, the company aims to demonstrate and commercialize its innovative fusion technology by the end of the decade. General Fusion's approach leverages recent advancements in MTF, which has been underexplored since the 1970s, positioning it as a practical solution for near-term fusion energy. The company is developing utility-scale fusion power systems and various subsystems, including plasma injectors and acoustic drivers, to support its vision. With backing from a global network of energy venture capital funds and industry leaders, General Fusion seeks to reduce technical risks and accelerate the path toward viable fusion energy solutions.

Performance Plants

Venture Round in 2009
Performance Plants Inc. is an agricultural biotechnology company focused on enhancing crop yields and resilience through gene discovery and trait development. Founded in 1995 and based in Kingston, Canada, the company specializes in technologies that improve productivity in major staple crops, such as corn, soybeans, and canola, as well as biomass crops like switchgrass and industrial hemp for biofuel production. Performance Plants offers a range of innovations, including Yield Protection Technology, Heat and Drought Tolerance Technology, and Water Efficiency Technology, which allow farmers to increase yields while minimizing irrigation needs and reducing chemical usage. The company has established licensing agreements with leading multinational seed firms and has successfully entered markets in China and India. Notably, Performance Plants regulates the plant's own genes rather than introducing foreign genes, promoting sustainable agricultural practices. With a strong research and development foundation, Performance Plants is committed to addressing the challenges of climate variability and food security globally.
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