TS-Nano Sealants
Grant in 2025
TS-Nano Sealants is a service-oriented company specializing in the design, manufacture, and application of polymer nanocomposite sealants. The company's patented technology focuses on subsurface sealing to reduce methane and CO2 emissions, contributing to climate change mitigation. TS-Nano Sealants offers a comprehensive range of services, including design, manufacturing, supply, and field engineering, to ensure effective application of their products. The sealants are engineered for high durability and penetration, allowing them to perform effectively under various temperature, pressure, and chemical exposure conditions, thereby helping clients to address and prevent challenging leaks.
E3 Lithium is a resource company based in Alberta, focused on the development of lithium extraction technology from brines. The company is actively exploring its mineral properties, particularly the Clearwater project, which is situated in the Leduc Reservoir of south-central Alberta. E3 Lithium's assets are organized into five sub-properties: Clearwater, Exshaw, Rocky, Sunbreaker, and Drumheller. Leveraging the expertise of the mature oil and gas industry in the region, E3 Lithium aims to accelerate its development and contribute to the growing demand for lithium in the electrical revolution.
H2nanO Inc. is a Canadian company focused on developing innovative wastewater treatment technologies for municipal and industrial applications. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Kitchener, with an additional office in Waterloo, the company specializes in nonmaterial and nanotechnology products designed to enhance water treatment processes. H2nanO aims to provide sustainable, nature-powered solutions that address water treatment and emissions reduction challenges, particularly within the resources sector. Through its cutting-edge technology, the company seeks to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of wastewater management while promoting environmental sustainability.
Diesel Tech Industries
Grant in 2024
Diesel Tech Industries is an oil and gas energy company located in Edmonton.
NuVista Energy
Grant in 2024
NuVista Energy Ltd. is a Calgary-based company engaged in the exploration, development, and production of condensate, oil, and natural gas reserves within the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin. The company primarily focuses on the condensate-rich Montney formation located in the Wapiti area of the Alberta Deep Basin. Established in 2003, NuVista has transformed its operations by emphasizing the development of its valuable Wapiti Montney play, which significantly contributes to its hydrocarbon production. Condensate, which constitutes nearly half of the company's sales, plays a crucial role in the heavy oil industry by enhancing the viscosity required for pipeline transportation. To support its production capabilities, NuVista operates compressor and dehydration stations, further optimizing its service assets in the region. The company has also made strides in financial management, reducing long-term debt substantially, which allows for continued investment in its core operations and growth opportunities.
Thiozen is a company based in Belmont, Massachusetts, founded in 2020, that specializes in innovative hydrogen gas production technology aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The company has developed a unique chemical process that converts hydrogen sulfide into hydrogen gas. This approach allows clients to sidestep the carbon emissions typically associated with hydrogen production from natural gas, as well as the high costs linked to electrolysis methods. By providing a low-cost and low-emission alternative for hydrogen production from sour gases, Thiozen positions itself as a key player in the decarbonization of the energy sector.
Northstar Clean Technologies
Grant in 2024
Northstar Clean Technologies, established in 2017 and headquartered in Delta, British Columbia, specializes in the recycling of single-use asphalt shingles. The company employs proprietary process technology to extract and recover valuable components such as asphalt cement, fiberglass, and mineral aggregates. These recovered materials are then repurposed for use in asphalt pavement, shingle manufacturing, and various construction products, contributing to environmentally-friendly reprocessing solutions. Operating primarily within Canada, Northstar Clean Technologies is dedicated to promoting sustainability in the construction and industrial sectors through its innovative recycling efforts.
University of British Columbia
Grant in 2023
The University of British Columbia (UBC) is a prominent global center for research and education, recognized among the top 40 universities worldwide. Established in 1915, UBC embodies a spirit of innovation and a commitment to challenging the status quo. The university fosters an entrepreneurial environment that encourages students, faculty, and staff to explore new ideas and lead discoveries. With a focus on bold thinking, UBC has been instrumental in creating positive change both locally and internationally for over a century. The institution operates primarily from two campuses, located in Vancouver and the Okanagan, and serves a diverse population of more than 58,000 students from Canada and over 140 countries.
Replenish Nutrients
Grant in 2023
At Replenish Nutrients, our mission is uprooting mindsets. As agents of regenerative agriculture, we question the status quo and develop new and innovative products to help growers earn more, with greater ease.
Northstar Clean Technologies
Grant in 2023
Northstar Clean Technologies, established in 2017 and headquartered in Delta, British Columbia, specializes in the recycling of single-use asphalt shingles. The company employs proprietary process technology to extract and recover valuable components such as asphalt cement, fiberglass, and mineral aggregates. These recovered materials are then repurposed for use in asphalt pavement, shingle manufacturing, and various construction products, contributing to environmentally-friendly reprocessing solutions. Operating primarily within Canada, Northstar Clean Technologies is dedicated to promoting sustainability in the construction and industrial sectors through its innovative recycling efforts.
Litus
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Litus is a company focused on developing innovative nanotechnology and chemical processing solutions aimed at enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of lithium production. The company specializes in a patented method for selectively extracting lithium from aqueous sources, ensuring the preservation of source water and minimizing contamination. By producing high-purity lithium compounds, Litus enables its customers and partners to create energy systems that are not only abundant and accessible but also environmentally friendly. The company's commitment to clean and efficient production processes positions it as a key player in addressing contemporary energy challenges.
Ekona Power Inc. is a Vancouver-based company focused on producing industrial-scale hydrogen through innovative renewable energy generation technology. The company utilizes methane from feedstock to convert natural gas into clean hydrogen, electrical power, and carbon dioxide. By offering a low-cost and efficient solution, Ekona serves a range of industrial hydrogen consumers as well as natural gas transmission and distribution companies, enabling them to access clean energy for various industrial processes.
H2nanO Inc. is a Canadian company focused on developing innovative wastewater treatment technologies for municipal and industrial applications. Established in 2015 and headquartered in Kitchener, with an additional office in Waterloo, the company specializes in nonmaterial and nanotechnology products designed to enhance water treatment processes. H2nanO aims to provide sustainable, nature-powered solutions that address water treatment and emissions reduction challenges, particularly within the resources sector. Through its cutting-edge technology, the company seeks to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of wastewater management while promoting environmental sustainability.
Seppure Technologies
Grant in 2021
Seppure Technologies is focused on transforming the energy-intensive processes of chemical separation and purification utilized across various industries. The company has developed innovative chemical-resistant nanofiltration membranes that replace traditional methods such as distillation and evaporation. By implementing this sustainable technology, Seppure enables clients to significantly reduce their energy consumption, emissions, and pollution. This approach not only enhances the efficiency of industrial-scale chemical separations but also contributes to a more environmentally friendly manufacturing landscape.
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.
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.
Fractal Systems
Grant in 2019
Fractal Systems Inc. is a technology company specializing in heavy oil solutions, focusing on enhancing producer margins, streamlining infrastructure, and facilitating the transportation of heavy oil and bitumen. Established in 2006 and headquartered in Sherbrooke, Canada, with additional offices in Calgary, the company develops, patents, and implements innovative technologies. One of its key offerings is JetShear, a suite of technologies designed to improve the quality of bitumen products and reduce their viscosity, thereby allowing processed fluids to flow more easily through transport pipelines. Fractal Systems aims to provide cost-effective solutions that address the challenges associated with heavy oil production and transportation.
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 for various industries, including oil and gas, mining, and industrial sectors. The company has developed over 70 patented in situ remediation technologies, focusing particularly on mobile remediation solutions and electrokinetic technologies. GEE's proprietary electrokinetic platform effectively removes solids and contaminants from fluids, supporting applications such as frac flowback treatment, salt remediation, drill cuttings treatment, and invert drilling mud treatment. Additionally, Ground Effects provides bio-decontamination units designed to eliminate viruses and bacteria from surfaces, positioning itself as a leader in the field of environmental services.
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.
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.
SewerVUE specializes in advanced underground pipe inspection technology utilizing a multi-sensor system to evaluate pipe infrastructure. The company's innovative solution features a remotely operated robot that integrates CCTV data with ground penetrating radar (GPR) measurements, allowing for precise quantification of remaining pipe wall thickness. Additionally, the system includes a floating platform equipped with LiDAR, sonar, and sophisticated analysis software, enabling clients to accurately model the inner surfaces of pipes and assess conditions such as deformation and corrosion. This comprehensive approach enhances the ability to monitor and maintain vital underground utilities.
Mariner Partners
Grant in 2017
Mariner Partners, Inc. is a global professional consulting organization recognized for its expertise and high-quality service. The company specializes in IT and strategic advisory services, focusing on enhancing productivity and customer experience. Mariner Partners offers innovative business solutions in areas such as business strategy, product and service development, customer service, and infrastructure design and operations. By providing consulting services in technology, data and analytics, and cybersecurity, the firm helps businesses improve operational efficiency and deliver quality services to enhance customer satisfaction.
Forward Water Technologies
Grant in 2017
Forward Water Technologies is a company focused on transforming wastewater remediation through its innovative forward osmosis technology. This proprietary process enables the efficient purification and desalination of water, addressing the challenges associated with wastewater treatment that often leads to costly disposal methods. By breaking the conventional water-energy paradigm, Forward Water Technologies aims to recover water that is typically lost, offering a more sustainable and effective solution for businesses in need of wastewater management.
Acceleware Ltd. is a Canadian clean-tech company focused on developing innovative technologies for the oil and gas sector, specifically in heavy oil and oil sands production. The company operates through two main segments: Radio Frequency (RF) Heating and High-Performance Computing (HPC). Acceleware's RF Heating technology, known as RF XL, is designed to provide a low-cost, low-carbon solution for oil extraction that minimizes environmental impact, eliminates greenhouse gas emissions, and does not require water or solvents. The HPC segment offers advanced computational software solutions, including tools for electromagnetic modeling and seismic imaging, which enhance oil exploration and reservoir characterization. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Calgary, Acceleware aims to support a transition towards cleaner energy production while improving economic performance in the energy sector. The company collaborates with Indigenous groups to promote sustainable practices that respect land and water.
Calscan Solutions
Grant in 2017
Calscan Solutions is an instrumentation and control company that manufactures downhole and sub-surface pressure recorders, flow computers, solar powered separator controls, and cyclone separators. The company was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Medellin, Antioquia.
Fossil Water Corporation
Grant in 2017
Fossil Water has provided design-build, EPCM and consulting services since 2004.They specialize in water, wastewater and waste processing for industrial and municipal clients.They deliver projects up to 50% faster by utilizing their proprietary software, workflow automation and modular designs.
PurLucid Treatment Solutions
Grant in 2017
PurLucid Treatment Solutions is a North American services company focused on innovative water treatment technologies. It designs and manufactures advanced water and wastewater treatment systems specifically tailored for the heavy oil, mining, forestry, and industrial sectors. The company's proprietary systems excel in hydrocarbon recovery and provide ultra-filtered water, effectively removing water and solids to enhance oil recovery processes. Through its cutting-edge solutions, PurLucid is transforming water treatment practices in various industries.
Mangrove Water Technologies
Grant in 2017
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.
Quantiam Technologies
Grant in 2014
Quantiam Technologies, Inc. is a manufacturing technology company headquartered in Edmonton, Canada, specializing in the development and commercialization of advanced materials, catalysts, coatings, and surfaces designed for extreme-operating environments and energy-related applications. The company offers high-performance coatings for the internal surfaces of complex shapes, such as tubulars, with a significant production capacity. Its product range serves various industries, including aerospace, automotive, mining, chemical processing, and the cleantech sector, focusing on reducing energy consumption and emissions. Quantiam also develops catalyst systems and nanomaterials, particularly for the methanol-hydrogen economy, and provides technical services related to nanomaterials characterization, surface analysis, and materials performance. Founded in 1998, Quantiam Technologies aims to deliver innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and sustainability across multiple sectors.
Liquid Light
Grant in 2014
Liquid Light Corporation is a Monmouth Junction, New Jersey-based company that specializes in developing and licensing innovative technology for converting carbon dioxide (CO2) into valuable chemicals and fuels. Founded in 2008, the company utilizes a low-energy catalytic electrochemistry process to efficiently transform CO2 into multi-carbon chemicals, such as ethylene glycol. This patent-pending electrocatalytic platform allows for the use of low-cost inputs and promotes long-term pricing stability, enabling industries to turn an environmental waste into a profitable resource. By harnessing its technology, Liquid Light aims to help customers lower production costs, reduce reliance on volatile petroleum feedstocks, and minimize their carbon footprint, thereby contributing to more sustainable industrial practices.
Mangrove Water Technologies
Grant in 2014
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.
Carbon Engineering
Grant in 2012
Carbon Engineering Ltd. is a clean energy company based in Squamish, Canada, that specializes in the development and commercialization of Direct Air Capture technology. Founded in 2009, the company focuses on capturing carbon dioxide (CO2) directly from the atmosphere, which allows for the management of emissions from a variety of distributed and mobile sources, including vehicles and buildings. Its innovative chemical-based CO2 air capture system integrates processes such as an air contactor and a regeneration cycle, enabling continuous capture and production of pure CO2. Carbon Engineering aims to convert captured CO2 into clean, affordable transportation fuels, addressing the global climate challenge by facilitating the deployment of its technology to help businesses reduce their carbon footprint and achieve net-zero targets.
Northstar Clean Technologies
Northstar Clean Technologies, established in 2017 and headquartered in Delta, British Columbia, specializes in the recycling of single-use asphalt shingles. The company employs proprietary process technology to extract and recover valuable components such as asphalt cement, fiberglass, and mineral aggregates. These recovered materials are then repurposed for use in asphalt pavement, shingle manufacturing, and various construction products, contributing to environmentally-friendly reprocessing solutions. Operating primarily within Canada, Northstar Clean Technologies is dedicated to promoting sustainability in the construction and industrial sectors through its innovative recycling efforts.