Sustainable Development Technology Canada

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

Chinova Bioworks Inc. specializes in developing natural antimicrobials for the beverage industry, focusing on enhancing the shelf life of fresh juices. Founded in 2016 and based in Fredericton, Canada, the company utilizes a chitosan polymer derived from fungal-sourced technology, specifically natural fibers from mushrooms. This broad-spectrum preservative effectively protects products from spoilage while remaining a healthy, natural ingredient suitable for use in foods, beverages, cosmetics, and personal care items. By providing manufacturers with a solution to improve product quality and freshness, Chinova Bioworks aims to increase consumer satisfaction and reduce food waste.

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.

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

Polystyvert Inc. provides innovative recycling services specifically for polystyrene, enabling the collection and processing of this material to restore it to its original form. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Anjou, Canada, the company focuses on delivering high-quality recycled polystyrene that matches the quality of new materials. Polystyvert's technology simplifies the recycling process, addressing environmental concerns associated with polystyrene waste.

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

Phycus Biotechnologies Inc. is a Canadian company based in Toronto that specializes in producing ingredients for the cosmetics and personal care industries, including bioglycolic acid and AHA ferment ingredients. Established in 2017, the company also operates a bio-conversion platform designed to capture and convert carbon dioxide from large-scale emitters. By utilizing microbial technology and metabolic engineering techniques, Phycus aims to transform CO2 into valuable chemical building blocks that can be used in various industrial applications. This innovative approach not only provides an alternative method for recycling carbon dioxide into fuels and chemicals but also contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

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.

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.

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.

Anomera is a company focused on sustainable manufacturing processes that convert wood pulp and waste from the forest industry into advanced bio-products. Its primary product is a natural cellulose ingredient designed for the cosmetic and skin care markets, offering a performance-enhancing alternative to traditional chemical components. Anomera's innovative approach includes developing carboxylated cellulose nanocrystals, which aim to replace plastic microbeads and silicates with biodegradable options. The company also has a roadmap of follow-on applications, such as DextraCel™ materials, which target various industries including environmentally friendly inks, coatings, composites, and medical/life sciences. Through its research and development, Anomera enables industries to adopt more sustainable practices while improving operational efficiency.

Pyrowave Inc. is a Canadian company that specializes in advanced recycling technology solutions, utilizing microwave-based chemical processes to convert post-consumer and post-industrial plastics into high-value liquid products. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Oakville, the company employs a patented high-power microwave catalytic depolymerization technology, which restores plastics to their molecular state, indistinguishable from virgin materials. This innovative approach facilitates the infinite recycling of plastics, addressing the growing need for sustainable waste management. Pyrowave serves a diverse clientele, including municipal clients, private recyclers, and generators, by leasing its recycling machines and providing the resultant products from its processing operations.

CelluFuel Inc. is a Canadian company based in Halifax that specializes in producing synthetic renewable fuels from forestry resources. Established in 2008, the company focuses on commercializing renewable liquid fuels in North America. It is developing next-generation technology that converts woody biomass into renewable diesel fuel, aiming to provide sustainable energy sources. By utilizing clean and renewable methods, CelluFuel enables industries to achieve substantial economic and environmental benefits.

Kruger Inc. operates across various traditional industry sectors, including pulp and paper, forest products, and containerboard and packaging. The company is committed to transforming renewable resources into sustainable products essential for everyday life. Its extensive product range includes publication papers, tissue products, specialty papers, and corrugated packaging, all made from recycled fibers. Additionally, Kruger is a significant player in renewable energy and the production of wines and spirits. By focusing on eco-friendly and cost-effective solutions, Kruger Inc. supports the pulp and paper, containerboard, and packaging industries while promoting sustainability and innovation.

Polystyvert Inc. provides innovative recycling services specifically for polystyrene, enabling the collection and processing of this material to restore it to its original form. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Anjou, Canada, the company focuses on delivering high-quality recycled polystyrene that matches the quality of new materials. Polystyvert's technology simplifies the recycling process, addressing environmental concerns associated with polystyrene waste.

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.

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.

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.

Canfor is a leading global producer of sustainable lumber, pulp, and paper, with a strong emphasis on quality and customer service. Established in 1938 by John Prentice and L.L.G. “Poldi” Bentley in Vancouver, the company has evolved from a small veneer plant into one of the largest forest products manufacturers worldwide, employing over 5,000 individuals. Canfor's product range is vast, serving markets around the globe and addressing the growing demand for sustainable and renewable resources. In addition to its core operations, Canfor Energy North Limited Partnership operates pellet plants in Canada, generating 7,500 MWh of electricity. The company remains committed to pioneering market development initiatives in emerging economies while maintaining its focus on quality and customer satisfaction, which have been central to its enduring success.

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.

Polystyvert Inc. provides innovative recycling services specifically for polystyrene, enabling the collection and processing of this material to restore it to its original form. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Anjou, Canada, the company focuses on delivering high-quality recycled polystyrene that matches the quality of new materials. Polystyvert's technology simplifies the recycling process, addressing environmental concerns associated with polystyrene waste.

Pyrowave Inc. is a Canadian company that specializes in advanced recycling technology solutions, utilizing microwave-based chemical processes to convert post-consumer and post-industrial plastics into high-value liquid products. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Oakville, the company employs a patented high-power microwave catalytic depolymerization technology, which restores plastics to their molecular state, indistinguishable from virgin materials. This innovative approach facilitates the infinite recycling of plastics, addressing the growing need for sustainable waste management. Pyrowave serves a diverse clientele, including municipal clients, private recyclers, and generators, by leasing its recycling machines and providing the resultant products from its processing operations.

West Fraser was founded in 1955 when three brothers – Sam, Bill and Pete Ketcham - pooled their resources to buy a small planing mill in Quesnel, B.C. From that early entrepreneurial spark, West Fraser has grown to be the largest lumber producer in North America. A diversified North American wood products company, West Fraser operates 40 mills across Western Canada and the southern United States. The Company’s main product is lumber (spruce/pine/fir (“SPF”) and southern yellow pine (“SYP”)). West Fraser also produces panels (plywood, MDF and LVL), pulp (NBSK and BCTMP), energy, newsprint and wood chips. Their operations located in western Canada manufacture all of the Company’s products except southern yellow pine lumber. The Company’s southern United States mills produce SYP lumber and wood chips.

Manufacturer of cellulose nanocrystals intended for various industrial products. The company produces bio-based nanomaterials with applications in cosmetics, upstream oil and gas, adhesives, paints, coatings, packaging, plastics, and composites, enabling clients to improve product performance through a fully natural and biodegradable material produced from wood.

Entropex, Inc. is a privately owned Canadian company that specializes in reprocessing post-industrial and post-consumer plastics. Founded in 1978 and headquartered in Sarnia, Ontario, the company focuses on developing market-specific recycled polyethylene and polypropylene for diverse consumer and industrial applications. Its operations are supported by a 180,000 square foot plastic recovery facility and warehouse complex, positioning Entropex as a leader in the recycling industry in Canada.

Woodland Biofuels Inc. is a privately-owned Canadian company based in Toronto, established in 2000. It specializes in producing renewable fuel by converting waste biomass into cellulosic ethanol and other high-value products. The company has developed and patented an efficient, low-cost technology that utilizes materials such as wood chips and agricultural waste, positioning it to become North America's lowest-cost producer of cellulosic ethanol. Woodland Biofuels aims to build, own, and operate its own cellulosic ethanol plants while also exploring selective licensing opportunities for its innovative technology.