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.
Arolytics is a software company that focuses on emissions management and regulatory compliance for the energy sector. It has developed a data management platform aimed at helping energy companies optimize their emission reduction strategies. The platform specializes in the enterprise management of methane data, integrating information from various emissions sensors and automatically generating compliance reports. Additionally, Arolytics' solution offers recommendations for pollution reduction, enabling energy firms to gain valuable insights into methane measurement and achieve lower costs in their emissions reduction efforts.
Validere
Grant in 2021
Validere Technologies Inc. is a Toronto-based company that specializes in providing critical information about liquids through innovative measurement, reporting, and verification solutions. Founded in 2015, Validere develops portable devices, including the Validere Identifier, which assesses the hazardous nature of liquids by referencing a comprehensive library. Additionally, the company offers EDGE Connect, a platform that facilitates secure connections between buyers and sellers, enabling the discovery of arbitrage opportunities. Validere's main focus is on liquid fingerprinting, industrial process monitoring, and optimizing logistics within the energy sector. By delivering accessible and verifiable testing data, Validere aids organizations in making informed business decisions and enhances the accuracy of crude oil testing, ensuring accountability and quality across operations. The company's expertise in emissions management and tracking further positions it as a valuable partner for energy companies seeking to improve their financial and environmental performance.
Axine Water Technologies
Grant in 2021
Axine Water Technologies Inc. is a Vancouver-based company specializing in innovative wastewater treatment solutions. Established in 2010, it focuses on developing chemical-free systems that effectively treat high concentrations of complex, toxic organics and ammonia found in industrial wastewater. Utilizing a proprietary electrolytic oxidation technology, Axine's systems can address a broad range of pollutants, including phenols, pharmaceuticals, dioxins, and various organic compounds, without generating sludge or requiring chemical additives. The company aims to provide cost-effective and energy-efficient alternatives to traditional wastewater treatment methods, catering to industries such as oil and gas, petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, textiles, and waste management. Its solutions enable both industrial and municipal clients to enhance the performance and reduce the costs of their wastewater treatment processes.
Flyscan
Grant in 2021
Flyscan Systems Inc. is a Québec-based company established in 2015, specializing in the development of airborne technology for detecting oil leaks in pipelines. The company's innovative platform automates the identification of small oil leaks and offers various visual inspection functions tailored for the energy sector. By utilizing industrial optics and photonics systems mounted on airborne vehicles, Flyscan provides remote detection services that enable clients to monitor underground pipelines effectively. This technology helps clients promptly address any leakages, thereby mitigating potential environmental damages.
PyroGenesis Canada
Grant in 2021
PyroGenesis Canada Inc. specializes in the design, development, manufacturing, and commercialization of advanced plasma processes and systems. The company offers a range of innovative solutions for various industries, including metallurgical, mining, oil and gas, and environmental sectors. Key products include the DROSRITE process for enhancing metal recovery from dross, plasma atomized metal powders, and the PUREVAP process for producing high purity silicon. Additionally, PyroGenesis provides plasma torches for applications in waste treatment, nanotechnology, and advanced materials production, as well as systems for plasma arc gasification and waste destruction. The company is recognized for its engineering and manufacturing expertise, operating from a significant facility in Montréal, Canada, and serving clients across multiple countries.
Hifi Engineering
Grant in 2020
HiFi Engineering Inc. is a Calgary-based company that specializes in the development of advanced fiber optic sensing systems, sensors, hardware, and visualization software tailored for downhole and pipeline applications. Founded in 2007, the company focuses on providing solutions for reservoir monitoring, well and pipeline integrity monitoring, and leak detection. Its product offerings include the HDS MiCro tool for downhole flow applications and the HDS MaCro system for permanent monitoring of pipelines and reservoirs. HiFi Engineering serves oil and gas service companies predominantly in North America and develops turnkey distributed fiber optic sensing platforms that encompass sensing cables, downhole tools, and various levels of acquisition and interpretation software. The company is supported by over 33 patents and maintains strategic partnerships with industry leaders, enhancing its capabilities in delivering high-quality data for its clients.
Evercloak
Seed Round in 2020
Evercloak Inc., founded in 2018 and based in Waterloo, Canada, specializes in the manufacturing of ultra-thin graphene and other two-dimensional nanomaterial films geared towards clean technology applications. The company employs a low-cost advanced manufacturing process that facilitates the continuous coating of single-layer nanomaterials. This innovative platform aims to support disruptive clean technologies across various sectors, including oil and gas, nuclear energy, mining, and agri-food. Evercloak's mission is to enhance energy efficiency in building cooling systems, thereby creating comfortable indoor environments while significantly reducing energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.
Qube Technologies
Grant in 2020
Qube Technologies specializes in the development of continuous emissions monitoring solutions primarily for the oil and gas sector, as well as for landfills and mines. The company employs advanced Internet of Things (IoT) devices and artificial intelligence to detect, measure, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions at industrial facilities. By utilizing machine learning and edge computing, Qube's technology offers a cost-effective way for the oil and gas industry to monitor methane emissions and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. This innovative approach enhances the ability to continuously and accurately identify emissions, contributing to environmental sustainability efforts in the energy sector.
Absolute Combustion
Seed Round in 2020
Absolute Combustion International specializes in burner products and solutions, focusing on combustion technology and its applications across various industries. The company offers a range of services that include greenhouse gas reduction, air pollution control equipment, energy efficiency improvements, and fire-tube applications. Their innovative burner technology enhances the performance of industrial combustion systems while maintaining low emissions, benefiting sectors such as aerospace, oil and gas, and recycling. By prioritizing clean combustion advancements, Absolute Combustion aims to support a sustainable future and help companies minimize their environmental impact while improving production efficiency and workplace safety.
Direct-C
Grant in 2019
Direct-C Limited is a Canadian company specializing in hydrocarbon leak detection sensors and remote communication systems tailored for the oil and gas industry. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Edmonton, with additional offices in Calgary and Bath, the company has developed innovative solutions such as SubSense, a mobile ground probe for site monitoring; PatchSense, which involves affixing sensors directly to pipelines; and TankSense, designed for storage tank monitoring. Their proprietary nanocomposite coating technology specifically reacts to liquid hydrocarbons, ensuring high accuracy in leak detection with zero false positives and instant alerts. This technology enhances response times to potential incidents, thereby improving the integrity monitoring of oil and gas infrastructure. Originally developed at the University of Calgary, Direct-C’s products aim to increase precision in leak detection while minimizing environmental impact and product loss.
Rotoliptic
Grant in 2019
Rotoliptic specializes in the manufacturing of positive displacement pumps designed to handle a wide range of multi-phase flows and viscous fluids. The company's innovative pump architecture consists of only two parts, which enhances operational efficiency and reduces deployment costs. Rotoliptic's pumps are particularly advantageous for midstream oil and gas applications, where they effectively manage the challenges posed by varying temperatures and gassy conditions. By offering a reliable solution for pumping crude oil and other viscous fluids, Rotoliptic provides clients with a cost-effective and practical option for their pumping requirements.
Saltworks
Grant in 2019
Saltworks Technologies Inc. is a water technology company based in Richmond, Canada, focused on the design, manufacture, and delivery of desalination and wastewater treatment plants. Founded in 2008, the company specializes in advanced solutions for treating challenging water conditions, offering turnkey crystallizer systems, ion exchange membrane products, and membrane-stack systems. Its product range includes ElectroChem Advanced Electrodialysis systems for industrial wastewater treatment, salt splitters for recovering scale-limited waters, ammonia splitters for ammonia removal, and the SaltMaker Evaporator Crystallizer for treating wastewater or brine. Saltworks provides comprehensive services encompassing process engineering, operation, and finance, serving various sectors such as ammonia treatment, landfill leachate, oil and gas, mining, and agriculture. With a global customer base, the company is committed to reducing brine volume, lowering disposal costs, and achieving zero liquid discharge through its innovative technologies.
FIBOS
Grant in 2019
FIBOS Inc. specializes in developing advanced optical measurement technology aimed at transforming the industrial sensing sector. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in Toronto, Canada, the company offers innovative products, including the optical gauge amplifier and optical gauge sensor, which are designed to measure strain with high precision. FIBOS's solutions cater to various applications, including load, pressure, vibration, and temperature sensing, particularly within the oil and gas, energy, and test and measurement industries. By utilizing fiber optic sensors and proprietary technology, FIBOS aims to replace conventional electrical sensors, providing significant advantages such as enhanced accuracy and faster response times.
Fractal Systems
Grant in 2019
Fractal Systems Inc. is a heavy oil technology company based in Sherbrooke, Canada, with additional offices in Calgary. Founded in 2006, the company focuses on developing, patenting, and deploying innovative solutions aimed at enhancing producer margins and improving the infrastructure for transporting heavy oil and bitumen. Its flagship product, JetShear, is a suite of technologies designed to improve the quality of bitumen products and reduce their viscosity. This enables processed fluids to flow more freely through transport pipelines, ultimately lowering transportation costs for clients. Fractal Systems' commitment to cost-effective solutions positions it as a significant player in the heavy oil industry.
TransRail Innovation Group
Grant in 2019
TransRail Innovation Group is a technology company specializing in sensor manufacturing and data solutions for the transportation logistics sector. They focus on North America's hazardous liquids rail transportation industry, addressing economic, regulatory, health, environmental, and safety challenges. The company offers sensor engineering services to enhance rail terminal operations and improve the efficiency, visibility, and security of product transportation, while also promoting safer infrastructure.
E3P Technologies
Grant in 2019
E3P Technologies specializes in the development of a compact, zero-emission compressor designed to address methane leaks commonly found in well-site natural gas compression. By focusing on the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, E3P aims to assist the oil and gas industries in minimizing their environmental impact during operations. The company's innovative product offers a solution to enhance sustainability within the sector by effectively eliminating methane emissions associated with traditional compression methods.
Imtex Membranes
Grant in 2019
Imtex Membranes Corp. is a Canadian company based in Mississauga, specializing in advanced membrane separation technology for the petrochemical and refining sectors. Founded in 2007, the company has developed the Permylene™ membrane system, which offers a high-performance, commercially viable alternative to traditional distillation methods for olefin purification and extraction. This innovative technology enables efficient separation of gases, specifically olefins and paraffins, contributing to both economic and environmental advancements in the industry. Imtex Membranes focuses on deploying its technology rapidly to enhance operational effectiveness in gas separation processes.
Ambyint
Grant in 2018
Ambyint Inc. is a Calgary-based company that specializes in artificial lift optimization solutions for exploration and production (E&P) companies in the oil and gas industry. Founded in 2004 and previously known as PumpWell Solutions Ltd., Ambyint offers advanced software products, including the Amplify Real-Time Controller and the Infinity Optimization Platform. These solutions leverage artificial intelligence and physics-based analytics to automate diagnostics, adjust operating parameters, and predict potential failures, thereby enhancing production and reducing operating expenses. Ambyint's technology integrates with existing supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems or can be utilized with its High Resolution Adaptive Controllers, enabling improved data acquisition and automated control of artificial lift systems. With over a decade of domain expertise, Ambyint aims to deliver significant improvements in production outcomes and operational efficiency for its clients.
MEG Energy
Grant in 2018
MEG Energy Corp., established in 1999 and headquartered in Calgary, Canada, specializes in sustainable in situ thermal oil production in the southern Athabasca region of Alberta. The company owns a substantial mineral lease area of approximately 750 square miles and employs steam-assisted gravity drainage (SAGD) methods to extract oil while minimizing carbon emissions. MEG primarily operates at its Christina Lake Project and transports its product, Access Western Blend, to refiners across North America and internationally. Additionally, MEG owns interests in midstream assets such as the Access Pipeline and Stonefell Terminal, which enhance its operational efficiency and market flexibility. The company is committed to technological advancements like the Diluent Removal Facility and HI-Q® project to further reduce costs and environmental impacts. MEG's experienced team, with extensive industry knowledge, drives its strategic growth plans, positioning it as a strong player in the oil sands sector.
KMX Technologies
Grant in 2018
KMX Technologies specializes in membrane distillation technology aimed at separating and recovering valuable chemicals while enhancing water treatment processes. The company focuses on applications in sectors such as mining, desalination, oil and gas, environmental remediation, and industrial waste management. By integrating its advanced membrane systems with conventional techniques like reverse osmosis and distillation, KMX Technologies improves the efficiency of separations, offering low-cost solutions for brine concentration and organic solvent recovery. This innovative approach not only supports the effective extraction of critical minerals and lithium but also presents next-generation opportunities for sustainable water treatment.
Acceleware
Grant in 2017
Acceleware Ltd. is a Canadian clean-tech company focused on developing innovative technologies for the oil and gas industry, specifically in heavy oil and oil sands production. It operates through two main segments: Radio Frequency (RF) Heating and High-Performance Computing. The RF Heating segment is dedicated to the development of RF XL, a patented low-cost, low-carbon production technology that aims to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and environmental impact while enhancing extraction efficiency. This technology does not require water or solvents and features a flexible, small physical footprint. The High-Performance Computing segment provides advanced software solutions, including seismic imaging tools and electromagnetic modeling applications, along with consulting and training services. Acceleware is committed to promoting cleaner energy production and has partnered with the Saa Dene Group to enhance the adoption of its technologies while aligning with environmental and Indigenous values. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Calgary, Acceleware is positioned at the intersection of technology and sustainability in the energy sector.
waterStrider Treatment
Grant in 2017
waterStrider treatment removes oil, sulphide, bacteria, metals, and suspended solids from frac water, making it reusable for a fraction of the price of current fresh water use at fracking sites. In doing so, the environmental impact and costs associated with fracking are dramatically reduced.
Ground Effects Environmental Services
Grant in 2017
Ground Effects Environmental Services (GEE), established in 1998 and headquartered in Regina, Saskatchewan, specializes in innovative environmental solutions, particularly in wastewater treatment and solids control. The company has developed over 70 patented technologies, focusing on in situ remediation methods applicable in various sectors including oil and gas, mining, and industry. GEE's proprietary electrokinetic platform effectively removes solids and contaminants from fluids, featuring advanced systems such as the Electrocatalytic Oxidation system and the Electro Separation Cell. Additionally, Ground Effects offers bio-decontamination units designed to eliminate viruses and bacteria from surfaces. With a commitment to innovative design, the company aims to deliver superior results in environmental remediation and treatment processes across multiple industries.
Agar Corporation
Grant in 2017
Agar Corporation is a leading pioneer of non-nuclear, versatile, multi-phase flow meters used to optimize oil well testing and production. Agar provides innovative solutions for applications such as: heavy oil well testing, waste water treatment, automatic tank dewatering, desalters and gas liquid foam control.
Flyscan
Grant in 2017
Flyscan Systems Inc. is a Québec-based company established in 2015, specializing in the development of airborne technology for detecting oil leaks in pipelines. The company's innovative platform automates the identification of small oil leaks and offers various visual inspection functions tailored for the energy sector. By utilizing industrial optics and photonics systems mounted on airborne vehicles, Flyscan provides remote detection services that enable clients to monitor underground pipelines effectively. This technology helps clients promptly address any leakages, thereby mitigating potential environmental damages.
Saltworks
Grant in 2016
Saltworks Technologies Inc. is a water technology company based in Richmond, Canada, focused on the design, manufacture, and delivery of desalination and wastewater treatment plants. Founded in 2008, the company specializes in advanced solutions for treating challenging water conditions, offering turnkey crystallizer systems, ion exchange membrane products, and membrane-stack systems. Its product range includes ElectroChem Advanced Electrodialysis systems for industrial wastewater treatment, salt splitters for recovering scale-limited waters, ammonia splitters for ammonia removal, and the SaltMaker Evaporator Crystallizer for treating wastewater or brine. Saltworks provides comprehensive services encompassing process engineering, operation, and finance, serving various sectors such as ammonia treatment, landfill leachate, oil and gas, mining, and agriculture. With a global customer base, the company is committed to reducing brine volume, lowering disposal costs, and achieving zero liquid discharge through its innovative technologies.
Axine Water Technologies
Grant in 2016
Axine Water Technologies Inc. is a Vancouver-based company specializing in innovative wastewater treatment solutions. Established in 2010, it focuses on developing chemical-free systems that effectively treat high concentrations of complex, toxic organics and ammonia found in industrial wastewater. Utilizing a proprietary electrolytic oxidation technology, Axine's systems can address a broad range of pollutants, including phenols, pharmaceuticals, dioxins, and various organic compounds, without generating sludge or requiring chemical additives. The company aims to provide cost-effective and energy-efficient alternatives to traditional wastewater treatment methods, catering to industries such as oil and gas, petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, textiles, and waste management. Its solutions enable both industrial and municipal clients to enhance the performance and reduce the costs of their wastewater treatment processes.
Illusense
Grant in 2016
Illusense Inc. is a machine vision technology company based in Vancouver, Canada, founded in 2013. The company specializes in developing ultra-high resolution laser-based inspection technology for internal oil and gas pipelines. This innovative approach enhances integrity management by enabling clients in the energy sector to proactively prioritize maintenance tasks and detect leaks. Illusense's platform generates detailed 3-D data sets, providing clients with critical insights into the condition of their assets. By improving pipeline maintenance services, Illusense aims to boost business productivity, optimize supply chain logistics, and enhance operational effectiveness for its corporate clients.
DarkVision
Series A in 2016
DarkVision Technologies Inc., established in 2013 and headquartered in North Vancouver, Canada, specializes in developing and commercializing advanced ultrasound-based imaging technology for oil and gas wells. The company's core product is a high-resolution ultrasound imaging system that can visualize the interior of multi-kilometer long wells at a sub-millimetric level, even through opaque fluids. This innovative technology enables oil and gas operators to identify and address various downhole issues, such as production tubing defects, casing corrosion, and sand screen damage, leading to informed decision-making that enhances operational efficiency, improves well integrity, and minimizes environmental impact. As of 2020, DarkVision operates as a subsidiary of Koch Engineered Solutions.
Quantiam Technologies
Grant in 2016
Quantiam Technologies, Inc. is a manufacturing technology company based in Edmonton, Canada, specializing in advanced materials, catalysts, coatings, and surfaces designed for extreme-operating environments and energy-related applications. The company develops high-performance coatings for complex internal surfaces, particularly in tubular shapes, with significant production capacity. Quantiam’s products cater to various industries, including aerospace, automotive, mining, and chemical processing, focusing on applications that enhance wear resistance and energy efficiency. In addition to manufacturing, Quantiam offers technical services for characterizing nanomaterials and surfaces, as well as consulting in advanced materials and performance analysis. The company's innovations contribute to reducing energy consumption and emissions, aligning with the needs of the petrochemical, hydrocarbon upgrading, and cleantech sectors. Founded in 1998, Quantiam continues to advance its product offerings to meet the demands of diverse markets domestically and internationally.
Svante
Grant in 2016
Svante Inc., established in 2007 and headquartered in Burnaby, Canada, specializes in carbon capture and removal solutions. The company develops and manufactures novel solid sorbents, structured adsorbent filters, and rotary contactor machines for post-combustion industrial carbon capture and direct air capture. Svante's leading-edge technology captures and concentrates CO2 from heavy industries' emissions and the atmosphere, enabling customers to reduce capital costs and energy consumption. The company partners with global CCUS stakeholders to scale the industry and facilitate source-to-sink carbon capture projects.
Fractal Systems
Grant in 2015
Fractal Systems Inc. is a heavy oil technology company based in Sherbrooke, Canada, with additional offices in Calgary. Founded in 2006, the company focuses on developing, patenting, and deploying innovative solutions aimed at enhancing producer margins and improving the infrastructure for transporting heavy oil and bitumen. Its flagship product, JetShear, is a suite of technologies designed to improve the quality of bitumen products and reduce their viscosity. This enables processed fluids to flow more freely through transport pipelines, ultimately lowering transportation costs for clients. Fractal Systems' commitment to cost-effective solutions positions it as a significant player in the heavy oil industry.
CelluForce
Grant in 2015
CelluForce is a manufacturer of cellulose nanocrystals (CNC), an advanced biomaterial derived from wood. The company produces CNC in both spray-dried powder and liquid suspension forms, which can enhance performance across various industrial applications, including cosmetics, oil and gas, adhesives, paints, coatings, packaging, plastics, and composites. CelluForce's patented technology allows for efficient distribution of the spray-dried product, reducing costs associated with storage and transportation. By offering a fully natural and biodegradable material, CelluForce enables clients to improve product performance while promoting sustainability.
ElectroKinetic Solutions
Grant in 2014
ElectroKinetic Solutions is engaged in the development of innovative technologies aimed at dewatering and decontaminating materials through electrokinetic applications. The company specializes in addressing challenging industrial scenarios, including the management of difficult-to-dewater slurries, sludge, and unstable clay soil conditions. Its technology is particularly beneficial for oil sand producers, assisting them in managing tailings from oil sands and various mining operations. By leveraging electrokinetics, ElectroKinetic Solutions seeks to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in environmental management and resource extraction.
Saltworks
Grant in 2010
Saltworks Technologies Inc. is a water technology company based in Richmond, Canada, focused on the design, manufacture, and delivery of desalination and wastewater treatment plants. Founded in 2008, the company specializes in advanced solutions for treating challenging water conditions, offering turnkey crystallizer systems, ion exchange membrane products, and membrane-stack systems. Its product range includes ElectroChem Advanced Electrodialysis systems for industrial wastewater treatment, salt splitters for recovering scale-limited waters, ammonia splitters for ammonia removal, and the SaltMaker Evaporator Crystallizer for treating wastewater or brine. Saltworks provides comprehensive services encompassing process engineering, operation, and finance, serving various sectors such as ammonia treatment, landfill leachate, oil and gas, mining, and agriculture. With a global customer base, the company is committed to reducing brine volume, lowering disposal costs, and achieving zero liquid discharge through its innovative technologies.
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