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Pilot Demonstration Facility for Atlas’s Novel Carbon Materials; High-Grade Petroleum Coke Derived Activated Carbon for Batteries and Supercapacitors
Atlas Power Technologies is developing an advanced activated carbon production facility in Nisku, Alberta, to support its proprietary energy storage solutions. This state-of-the-art facility will leverage innovative manufacturing techniques to produce high-quality activated carbon specifically designed for use in supercapacitors and advanced battery systems. The Nisku facility will focus on sustainable production processes, incorporating locally
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Commercialization of PHA Biopolymer Materials
TerraVerdae Bioworks (TerraVerdae) is a performance biomaterials company whose technology is based on biobased and biodegradable polymers known as polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA). TerraVerdae’s business focus is on developing and manufacturing biodegradable polymers and resins with enhanced mechanical and functional properties required for high-value applications such as coatings, adhesives, sealants, and novel biomaterials that can be used
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MHP Refinery Project
Sherritt International Corporation is a world leader in using hydrometallurgical processes to mine and refine nickel and cobalt. Focusing on increasing domestic critical minerals supply, reducing GHG emissions, and advancing decarbonization, Sherritt has been actively advancing its Midstream Refinery Project. This project aims to produce high-purity nickel and cobalt sulphate for North American and global
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Advanced Bio-Solvent utilization for Solvent Assisted SAGD performance improvement
BioOilSolv is developing an innovative biogenic solvent derived from renewable agroforestry biomass, aimed at revolutionizing the oil sands industry by significantly reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and improving bitumen production efficiency in Steam Assisted Gravity Drainage (SAGD) operations. This project will demonstrate the feasibility of producing our proprietary solvent at a pilot scale, optimizing its
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High-Performance Contact Paste Materials for SeeO2’s Innovative Electrolyzer Pilot System
SeeO2 Energy Inc., a Calgary-based company, is pioneering solutions to transform greenhouse gases into valuable building blocks for industry. Their technology uses reversible solid oxide fuel cells (RSOFCs) to enable efficient high-temperature electrolysis. By converting CO2 and H2O into hydrogen, carbon monoxide, or syngas, this project supports cleaner processes across steel, plastics, utilities, energy, and
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Development of Isotropic and Anisotropic Asphaltene-derived Carbon Anodes for Next-Generation Battery Applications
CarboMat Inc. aims to commercialize a technology that transforms a low-value by-product—petroleum asphaltenes (which make up about 18% of Alberta oil sands bitumen)—into affordable, sustainable, and high-performance carbon-based Battery Anode Materials (BAM). These include synthetic graphite for lithium-ion batteries and hard carbon for sodium-ion batteries. CarboMat’s proprietary technology provides a non-combustible, high-value use of asphaltenes
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Exshaw Calcined Clay
Lafarge Canada is conducting a pilot project to demonstrate using calcined clay as an innovative clinker substitute at its Exshaw Cement Plant, addressing one of cement manufacturing’s largest emission challenges. Clinker production accounts for 70% of greenhouse gas emissions in cement manufacturing, and this method could substantially lower the required quantity. By integrating calcined clay,
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Commercialization of novel sustainable recombinant protein production
Edmonton-based Future Fields is transforming the recombinant protein industry with its innovative, cost-effective, and environmentally sustainable platform. Leveraging patented technology, the company uses fruit flies to produce recombinant proteins for applications in life sciences, healthcare, and therapeutics. To meet growing demand and stringent quality standards, Future Fields is expanding its existing production capacity by more
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Driving Green Innovation: Paper Machine Upgrades for Sustainable Grades and Lower GHG Emissions
Alberta Newsprint Company (ANC), Alberta’s first and only paper mill, is undergoing significant energy efficiency upgrades to reduce costs, cut emissions, and improve product quality. By integrating advanced technologies, ANC will reduce energy consumption and raw material use while improving its competitiveness in the industry. The project integrates energy-efficient upgrades, and expected outcomes include cutting
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AI Enabled, Long-Range BVLOS Drone Surveillance for Wildfire Monitoring and Agriculture
Drones are becoming an essential tool in agriculture across Alberta. They are increasingly used for seeding and weed management, reducing the need for large, emission-heavy machinery. These drones offer environmental advantages and present significant economic opportunities for Alberta’s farmers through smart farming practices. AIRMarket is utilizing Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drones to detect,
