Export Development Canada

Export Development Canada (EDC) is an export credit agency established in 1944 and headquartered in Ottawa, Ontario. The organization is dedicated to supporting and enhancing Canada's export trade by facilitating international business opportunities for Canadian companies, both large and small. EDC offers a range of financial services, including trade financing, export credit insurance, and secured loans, specifically designed to assist Canadian exporters, investors, and their international buyers. Additionally, EDC engages in private equity and venture capital investments, further contributing to the growth and competitiveness of Canadian businesses in the global market.

Hozefa Abbas

Investment Partner

Erik Brien-Wright

Partner

Sean Brownlee

Director

Carl Burlock

Executive Vice President and Chief Business Officer

Isabela Murillo

Investment Manager

Richard Pinnock

Chief Diversity Officer and Director

Julie Pottier

senior Vice President

Eric Siegel

COO

Gabriel Sirois

Partner

Stephen Wilhelm

Lead Investment Manager, Equity

Past deals in Energy Management

Mysa

Series B in 2021
Mysa is the first ever high-voltage thermostat that is truly smart. It is fully featured for the conscientious consumer: smart learning features which amount to approximately 15% savings on energy bills, remote access to control their home’s heating through their smartphone from anywhere in the world, and integration with popular smart home platforms (Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and Apple Homekit)

Peak Power

Series A in 2021
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.

Peak Power

Venture Round in 2021
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.

FLO

Series C in 2020
AddÉnergie Technologies Inc. is a leading Canadian company specializing in smart charging solutions for electric vehicles. Established in 2009 and based in Québec, the company develops, manufactures, and operates a range of charging stations tailored for various market segments, including the public sector, employers, multi-residential buildings, and fleets. Its product offerings include the SmartTWO and SmartDC charging stations for commercial and industrial use, as well as specialized solutions like the CoRe+ charger for private areas and the Curbside Charger. AddÉnergie is also the provider of the Electric Circuit and VERnetworkTM, two of Canada’s largest charging station networks, which collectively feature over 2,000 charging stations. The company supplies both the hardware and software necessary for managing these networks, and it is poised to expand its operations through new partnerships and networks internationally.

SWTCH

Seed Round in 2020
SWTCH Energy Inc. provides electric vehicle (EV) charging and energy management solutions tailored for high-density urban environments. Founded in 2016 and based in Toronto, Canada, the company focuses on facilitating the transition to electric mobility by offering services for multi-residential, workplace, commercial, retail, and residential settings. Its innovative platform optimizes charger usage through features such as intelligent load management, real-time usage analytics, and seamless integration with existing electrical systems. SWTCH is dedicated to improving EV charging accessibility, thereby supporting the growing demand for electric vehicles and promoting sustainability. By enhancing charging infrastructure, the company aims to attract eco-conscious tenants, employees, and customers while delivering economic and environmental benefits associated with widespread EV adoption.

Opus One Solutions

Venture Round in 2019
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.

EnergyPal

Seed Round in 2018
EnergyPal is a multinational company specializing in solar and battery energy solutions for residential and commercial properties. Founded in 2016 and based in Toronto, Canada, EnergyPal focuses on providing high-quality solar panel installations while assessing various factors including property specifics, energy modeling, and financial considerations. The company aims to deliver value and support to home and business owners by offering a range of industry-leading energy products and services. Through its innovative platform, EnergyPal facilitates customer choice and financial savings by leveraging lower pricing and efficient operational practices.

ecobee

Series C in 2018
ecobee, Inc. is a Canadian company based in Toronto that specializes in manufacturing Wi-Fi enabled smart thermostats and light automation equipment for both residential and commercial use. Founded in 2007, ecobee offers a range of products, including the SmartThermostat with voice control, ecobee3 lite, SmartSensor, and ecobee Switch+, all designed to enhance energy efficiency and provide remote access to temperature settings through a mobile application. These devices enable users to monitor and manage their energy consumption effectively, contributing to energy conservation while maintaining comfort in homes and offices. ecobee's products are available for purchase online, making them accessible to a wide audience.

Encycle

Venture Round in 2016
Encycle Corporation specializes in wireless electrical demand management and automated demand response solutions tailored for commercial and industrial facilities. The company provides wireless controllers that optimize electrical demand across various equipment, including electric vehicle chargers. Its products are applicable in a diverse range of settings such as retail spaces, offices, theaters, schools, and warehouses. Encycle's technology enables users to manage and reduce energy consumption by coordinating the operation of electrical loads like heaters, fans, and chillers. Founded in 2005 and based in Toronto, Canada, with additional locations in California and the United Kingdom, Encycle also offers its solutions through distributors in California and New York. The company has established a strategic partnership with Ayla Networks and was previously known as REGEN Energy Inc. before rebranding in 2015.

Solantro Semiconductor

Venture Round in 2015
Solantro is a leader in module integrated electronic technology for intelligent solar solutions. The company has assembled a team of proven entrepreneurs with deep experience in system architecture, semiconductors, power conversion, RF and distributed communications systems.

Generac Grid Services

Venture Round in 2015
Generac Grid Services, formerly known as ENBALA Power Networks Inc., operates a sophisticated energy-balancing platform that utilizes its proprietary Concerto software. This platform captures and aggregates customer loads, energy storage, and renewable energy sources, forming a network of controlled energy resources. By optimizing and dispatching these resources, Generac Grid Services addresses the real-time demands of the power system, providing solutions for utilities, energy service providers, grid operators, and energy consumers. The company, established in 2003 and based in North Vancouver, Canada, specializes in smart grid technology, ancillary services, and energy management, emphasizing a flexible approach to creating controllable and dispatchable energy resources.

Encycle

Series B in 2014
Encycle Corporation specializes in wireless electrical demand management and automated demand response solutions tailored for commercial and industrial facilities. The company provides wireless controllers that optimize electrical demand across various equipment, including electric vehicle chargers. Its products are applicable in a diverse range of settings such as retail spaces, offices, theaters, schools, and warehouses. Encycle's technology enables users to manage and reduce energy consumption by coordinating the operation of electrical loads like heaters, fans, and chillers. Founded in 2005 and based in Toronto, Canada, with additional locations in California and the United Kingdom, Encycle also offers its solutions through distributors in California and New York. The company has established a strategic partnership with Ayla Networks and was previously known as REGEN Energy Inc. before rebranding in 2015.

Anaergia

Private Equity Round in 2013
Anaergia Inc. is a global leader in sustainable solutions for generating renewable energy and converting waste into valuable resources. The company specializes in anaerobic digestion technologies that produce clean energy, fertilizers, and recycled water from organic waste streams. Additionally, Anaergia provides municipal wastewater solutions, including renewable energy production, co-digestion, biosolids management, and advanced membrane filtration. Its municipal solid waste services focus on waste diversion and applications for renewable energy and natural gas. The company also offers agri-food solutions that encompass renewable energy, nutrient management, and water reuse. Anaergia's proprietary technologies and services are employed in over 1,600 operational renewable energy projects worldwide, serving clients in the municipal, industrial, commercial, and agricultural sectors. Headquartered in Burlington, Canada, Anaergia operates through various subsidiaries and has a global presence in North America, Europe, and Asia.

Endurance Wind Power

Venture Round in 2013
Endurance Wind Power is a manufacturer of small wind turbines ranging from 5 to 50 kW, specifically designed for distributed wind power applications. The company's turbines provide localized and affordable clean energy solutions, making them suitable for installation on farms and in light industrial settings. By focusing on renewable energy sources, Endurance Wind Power aims to facilitate energy generation that is both efficient and sustainable for its clients.

Distech Controls

Venture Round in 2013
Distech Controls Inc., based in Brossard, Canada, specializes in building automation and energy management solutions. The company provides a range of products, including the EC-NetAX platform, which integrates multiple protocols for efficient building management, and EnerVue, a web-based energy management dashboard that visualizes essential building metrics. Distech Controls also offers the ECLYPSE series, which includes connected IP and Wi-Fi products, as well as a Smart Room Control Solution designed for HVAC, lighting, and shading systems. Their offerings extend to security access control, smoke control systems, and mobile applications, catering to various sectors such as commercial buildings, educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and data centers. Established in 1995, Distech Controls operates internationally with business units in Canada, France, and the United States and is a subsidiary of Acuity Brands, Inc.

Solantro Semiconductor

Series A in 2012
Solantro is a leader in module integrated electronic technology for intelligent solar solutions. The company has assembled a team of proven entrepreneurs with deep experience in system architecture, semiconductors, power conversion, RF and distributed communications systems.

Generac Grid Services

Venture Round in 2010
Generac Grid Services, formerly known as ENBALA Power Networks Inc., operates a sophisticated energy-balancing platform that utilizes its proprietary Concerto software. This platform captures and aggregates customer loads, energy storage, and renewable energy sources, forming a network of controlled energy resources. By optimizing and dispatching these resources, Generac Grid Services addresses the real-time demands of the power system, providing solutions for utilities, energy service providers, grid operators, and energy consumers. The company, established in 2003 and based in North Vancouver, Canada, specializes in smart grid technology, ancillary services, and energy management, emphasizing a flexible approach to creating controllable and dispatchable energy resources.
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