Clean Growth Hub Newsletter: Issue 13

March 2022

Dear Clean Technology Community,

The advancement of clean technologies and the transition to a clean growth economy are key priorities of the Government of Canada. In keeping with the Hub's mission to help Canadian clean tech developers and adopters identify supports for their businesses and projects, this newsletter provides the latest information on federal clean tech innovation, development and deployment.

A list of current supports for Canadian business related to COVID-19 is available.

In this edition

  • News
    • Clean Growth Hub's redesigned website
    • Clean Technology Data Strategy webpage update
  • Opportunities
    • Low Carbon Economy Challenge – Champions stream, 2022 intake
    • Output Based Pricing System (OBPS) Proceeds Fund Launch
    • Canadian Technology Accelerator initiative's global opportunities
    • Canada Digital Adoption Program
    • B.C. Fast Pilot Program 2022
    • Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems Sandbox 2022
    • Alberta Bulk Clean Electricity – Request for Proposal
    • Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) – Request for Proposals
  • From our partners
    • Clean Fuels Fund workshop
    • E-learning module: Plan for success - Build an IP strategy
    • The Trade Commissioner Service will be supporting Canadian companies at events
  • Events
    • GLOBE FORUM 2022: Destination Net Zero
    • Cleantech Forum Europe
    • NREL Industry Growth Forum
    • First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC) Toward Net Zero by 2050 Conference
    • Canadian Hydrogen Convention
    • CCAB – East Coast Business Forum
    • Indigenous Entrepreneur Webinar: Networking business growth in a virtual world
    • International Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Conference
    • CCAB – Indigenous Women in Leadership

News

Clean Growth Hub's redesigned website

The Clean Growth Hub has refreshed its website to better enable Canadian clean tech innovators to advance their projects and contribute to economic and environmental prosperity. It includes a new searchable database of federal clean tech funding, client success stories and resources for underrepresented groups in clean tech.

Clean Technology Data Strategy webpage update

The Clean Technology Data Strategy web page has been revamped! The strategy measures the economic, environmental and social impacts of Canada's clean tech sector. The new page includes interactive dashboards and detailed analysis on the clean tech sector. Harnessing this data in one convenient location will inform policy and program design while also enabling decision-making.

Opportunities

Low Carbon Economy Challenge – Champions stream, 2022 intake

Environment and Climate Change Canada announced a new intake of the Low Carbon Economy Fund under the Champions stream. This new intake will support projects across Canada that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and generate clean growth.

  • The Champions stream is currently accepting applications from provinces and territories, municipalities, Indigenous communities and organizations, businesses, and not-for-profit organizations.
  • If you are interested in advancing climate action and have a project idea that will help Canada reduce its greenhouse gas emissions, please submit an Expression of Interest before March 25, 2022, 8:00 p.m. EST.

Output Based Pricing System (OBPS) Proceeds Fund launch

Environment and Climate Change Canada launched the Output-Based Pricing System Proceeds Fund, a new program to support industrial initiatives that reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and deploy clean technology and green energy. The OPBS Proceeds Fund has two program streams:

  • The Decarbonization Incentive Program (DIP): The DIP is a merit-based program to support clean technology projects that will help decarbonize industrial sectors over the long term and reduce GHG emissions.
  • The Future Electricity Fund (FEF): The FEF will support clean electricity projects and/or programs. Proceeds collected from electricity generating facilities covered by the OBPS (such as utilities) will be returned through funding agreements with governments of jurisdictions where the federal carbon pollution pricing system currently applies or applied in the past. An open call for project proposals is not anticipated under FEF.

Canadian Technology Accelerator

The Canadian Technology Accelerator (CTA) initiative is a global business development program that supports Canadian companies in key global hubs in clean tech, information and communications technologies, and life sciences.

Current CTA opportunities to expand into international markets:

Silicon Valley digital CTA

  • Are you looking to scale your technology business? The San Francisco and Silicon Valley region is the leading global hub for technology, venture capital and entrepreneurship. The CTA program in Silicon Valley provides an entry point to qualified firms seeking funding, partnerships and business development services.
  • Application deadline: March 30, 2022
  • Learn more about the Silicon Valley digital CTA

Hong Kong Property tech CTA

  • Canadian technology providers to the real estate sector can take advantage of this CTA to navigate the market and connect with potential partners, buyers and investors in Hong Kong.
  • Application deadline: April 13, 2022
  • Learn more about the Hong Kong Property tech CTA

US Climatetech CTA 2022

  • A joint program since 2020 between the Consulates General of Canada in New York, San Francisco, Denver, and Boston, that provides key resources to Canadian entrepreneurs in the sustainable technology space to help them accelerate their growth into leading cleantech markets in the U.S. This is a single entry point for the four most robust cleantech markets in the U.S., unlocking opportunities to access new investors, customers, and innovation partners.
  • Application deadline: April 13, 2022
  • Learn more about the US Climatetech CTA 2022

Canada Digital Adoption Program

The Canada Digital Adoption Program will soon be accepting applications!  Eligible small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) will be able to access grants, expert digital advice, 0% interest loans, and work placements to help boost their e-commerce presence and digitize how they run their businesses. The program will be delivered through two streams:

B.C. Fast Pilot Program 2022

The B.C. Fast Pilot Program is for B.C.-based SMEs developing technologies that have passed the prototype stage and now require real-world pilot-scale validation to demonstrate the value of their innovation to potential customers. Support is available to SMEs to design, build, and operate a pilot plant or small demonstration of their technology in real-world conditions, at a potential customer's site, to prove the impact of their product, measure the value of their solution, and encourage customer adoption.

  • This initiative is delivered in partnership between Innovate BC and the National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP)
  • Submit your Expression of Interest by 12 p.m. PST on April 19, 2022
  • Learn more about the B.C. Fast Pilot Program 2022

Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems Sandbox 2022

It's time to start looking to the skies!  After hosting a Sandbox in 2019 on Countering Unmanned Aerial Systems (CUAS), Innovation for Defence Excellence and Security (IDEaS) is inviting innovators to bring their 'A' game and demonstrate how their solution can detect and/or defeat our team of drones.

Alberta Bulk Clean Electricity – Request for Proposal

Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) in partnership with 11 Federal Departments and Crown Corporations has released a Request for Proposal (RFP) for Bulk Clean Electricity in Alberta. The RFP is available to electricity retailers operating in the Province of Alberta. 

Renewable Energy Certificates – Request for Proposals

Public Services and Procurement Canada has released two Request for Proposals for Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) from wind and solar generators. These requirements support the delivery of the Government of Canada mandates for 100% clean electricity and promote increased Indigenous procurement by including minimum Indigenous participation requirements. 5% of the volume has been set-aside for Indigenous Business.

From our partners

Clean Fuels Fund workshop

The biomass supply chain component of the Clean Fuels Fund will ensure a steady and usable supply of sustainable feedstock is available to clean fuel production facilities across the country. It will support the establishment of regional hubs to gather feedstock from diverse sources and locations.

A workshop to inform the development of the Biomass component of the Clean Fuels Fund will occur in March 2022. Please contact the program if you are interested in participating.

E-learning module: Plan for success - Build an IP strategy

The Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO)'s latest e-learning module will teach you the main steps to strategically align your IP assets to achieve your business goals. Plan for success – Build an IP strategy is for those who want to learn the fundamentals of an IP strategy, innovative small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that have registered or applied for IP rights, and SMEs looking to export their products or services in foreign markets.

The Trade Commissioner Service will be supporting Canadian companies at the following events

Uniting the Prairies 2022: Uniting the Prairies (UP 2022) is an in-person conference that brings together top startups from across the Prairies to connect with global investors and tech leaders to collectively elevate the Prairie Tech Community.

AgriTech Venture Forum: The AgriTech Venture Forum is an annual event that serves as a converging point for global agtech leaders. Industry giants, investors, and innovators provide insight on the latest sector headwinds, technology milestones, and key challenges facing the future of agtech.

Upcoming Clean Technology Accelerator (CTA) opportunities

US AgTech CTA 2022

  • Are you a Canadian AgTech company looking to expand into the US? The AgTech CTA is targeting firms in the Seed or Series A stage who are currently fundraising or looking to fundraise within the next 12 months. Under this initiative, companies will have access to strategic programming to support their entry into Northern California, Southern California and Minnesota, including: market intelligence; 1:1 mentoring; pitch sessions and networking opportunities with investors, buyers & partners.
  • US AgTech 2022 will open in Spring 2022 and stay tuned to the website

Indian Cleantech CTA 2022

  • Do you want to scale up your cleantech or smart cities technology in India? The region is looking to maximize resource efficiency, improve access to necessities such as water and energy, and incorporate climate change resilience in infrastructure and more. The CTA global business development program can help you access growth opportunities in India.
  • Applications will open in Spring 2022 and stay tuned to the website

ASEAN Decarbonizing the Energy Sector CTA 2022

  • South Asian countries are attempting to decarbonize. The Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Indonesia, for example, have aggressive goals to reduce emissions from energy use and industrial activities. Singapore will host this CTA in order to assist Canadian businesses in navigating the large ASEAN market.
  • Applications will open in Spring 2022 and stay tuned to the website

Events

GLOBE FORUM 2022: Destination Net Zero

The Canadian sustainability and climate community will converge at GLOBE Forum 2022 in Vancouver to collaborate, share insights, develop solutions and break through barriers on the road to net zero. Whether they attend virtually or in person, attendees will have access to a wide range of ideas and solutions.

Cleantech Forum Europe

With the theme, "From Commitments to Actions: the sprint to net zero", the forum invites stakeholders to participate in two days of research-led sessions, innovation showcases and opportunities to network.

NREL Industry Growth Forum

The National Renewable Energy Laboratory's (NREL) Industry Growth Forum offers the opportunity for cleantech entrepreneurs, investors, and experts from industry and the public sector to build relationships, showcase innovative technologies, and identify disruptive business solutions.

First Nations Major Projects Coalition (FNMPC) Toward Net Zero by 2050 Conference

This two-day hybrid (in-person and online) event will host Indigenous leaders, industry experts, policymakers, and investors across Canada to highlight carbon reducing examples in four key areas that are either Indigenous-led or have strong potential for industry-government-Indigenous partnership: energy generation & transmission, minerals & materials, finance, and policy/regulation.

Canadian Hydrogen Convention

To demonstrate Canada's leadership in hydrogen, the Canadian Hydrogen Convention will bring the Canadian supply chain together to discuss innovations and solutions for low-carbon hydrogen production, energy infrastructure, storage and the path forward as Canada works towards net zero by 2050.

CCAB – East Coast Business Forum

The Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business's (CCAB) regional business forums provide attendees with opportunities to share ideas, network and interact with peers, colleagues and Indigenous business leaders.

Indigenous Entrepreneur Webinar: Networking business growth in a virtual world

This event is the third webinar in the BDC Indigenous Entrepreneur Webinar and will feature practical advice from a BDC expert on how to navigate the pandemic and use networking to grow your business.

International Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Conference

This 2-day conference and international trade fair brings together renowned international specialists to discuss solutions for clean energy with hydrogen and fuel cells as game changers.

CCAB - Indigenous Women in Leadership event

This two-day hybrid (in-person and online) event will host Indigenous leaders, industry experts, policymakers, and investors across Canada to highlight carbon reducing examples in four key areas that are either Indigenous-led or have strong potential for industry-government-Indigenous partnership: energy generation & transmission, minerals & materials, finance, and policy/regulation.

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