Alberta may be known primarily for oil and gas, but the province is increasingly home to one of Canada’s most robust cleantech ecosystems, where startups are continually making advances with technology—which is good news because some reports suggest that “climate concerns are at an all-time high.” For example, 15 of last year’s Foresight 50 were […]
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Cleantech Startup Summit Nanotech Raises Massive Round to Build ‘Lithium Mine of Future’
As Calgary firms up its position as a clean technology leader in Canada, one prominent local startup is making waves with its novel sorbent-based “direct lithium extraction” tech. Summit Nanotech Corporation this week unveiled fresh funding: a US$50 million Series A top-up that builds majorly on a $14 million initial Series A round secured last […]
Two Calgary Companies Named to 2023 Global Cleantech 100
Canadian cleantech companies are making their mark on the world stage with 12 companies being named to the prestigious 2023 Global Cleantech 100 list, the 14th edition. This year the list of innovative and promising clean technology companies represents strong diversification of markets and sectors with representation from across Canada. While the West Coast stood out […]
Calgary is a Cleantech Leader
At a time when climate concerns are at an all-time high in the province, a new list of Canada’s most investable cleantech companies reveals that one-third of them are based in Alberta with 15 calling Calgary home. The Foresight 50 recognizes ventures from across Canada and a variety of sectors including watertech, carbon solutions, hydrogen, and renewable […]
Meet Canada’s Most Investable Cleantech Ventures At Platform Calgary
Introducing the most investable ventures in Canadian cleantech: The 2022 Foresight 50. Connect with leading Canadian cleantech ventures this November at the 2nd annual Foresight 50 Showcase, recognizing Canada’s most investable cleantech ventures, as well as Demo Day, where you’ll get a chance to network and connect with emerging leaders in Canadian cleantech. Foresight Canada […]
E3 Lithium Commissions Carbonate Conversion Reactors, Paving the Way for Reliable Lithium Production in Alberta
Calgary’s E3 Lithium has successfully commissioned its demonstration-scale carbonate conversion reactors, marking a significant milestone in its efforts to establish a reliable lithium production facility in Alberta. The reactors enable the company to produce battery-grade lithium carbonate using equipment that mirrors commercial systems, though on a smaller scale. The successful commissioning of the carbonation reactors follows […]
Carbon Upcycling Achieves B Corporation Certification
Calgary’s Carbon Upcycling, a leading decarbonization and carbon capture & utilization technology provider for hard-to-abate industries, has achieved B Corporation certification by the B Lab. This prestigious recognition underscores Carbon Upcycling’s ongoing commitment to meeting rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, transparency and accountability and deep commitment to being a powerful force for good. Last month Carbon […]
RainStick Shower to Be Featured in New Calgary Development
Named one of the best inventions of 2023 by TIME Magazine, RainStick Shower is making its way to Calgary. Calgary.tech has learned that Kelowna-based water conservation tech company is working closely with a Calgary developer to integrate its WiFi-enabled circular shower into an upcoming development. The Indigenous and women-led water conservation tech company is responsible for North America’s first WiFi-enabled […]
Avatar Leadership Fund Unveils Inaugural Investment into Calgary Startup CO2Brew
Thousands of dollars were on the line, along with exposure to a global audience and tech investors, for the 30 companies that hit the stage at the INVENTURES 2024 Startup Pitch Competition. The May competition was divided into six tracks, each with a $10,000 prize for one of five finalists who pitched live on stage […]
‘Disruptive Digital Innovator’ PrePad Leverages Strategic Investment from U.S. Heavyweight
This month Calgary.tech named a few local startups worth eyeing at the Global Energy Show Canada. Held at the newly expanded BMO Centre in Stampede Park, the show recognized some of those startups for their achievements. This included Calgary’s PrePad which offers cloud-based software focused on revolutionizing drilling. The cleantech upstart was named Disruptive Digital Innovator for its advanced […]