Canada is making a big move in the fight against carbon emissions. The government is putting more than $9.5 million (CA$14 million) into six projects focused on carbon capture, storage, and transportation. This funding comes from the Energy Innovation Program, supporting research and development in carbon capture utilization and storage (CCUS).
The biggest winner here is Enbridge Gas Inc., which is getting $3.5 million (CA$5 million). The company, in partnership with Imperial, is working on assessing carbon storage potential in Ontario's Cambrian saline reservoir. This project lays the groundwork for future CO2 hubs in the region, making it a critical step toward large-scale carbon sequestration.
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The largest share of funding will help Enbridge and Imperial explore how much CO2 can be stored underground in Southwestern Ontario. If this project succeeds, it could shape the future of carbon storage in the province.
Canada Nickel Company is getting over $2 million (CA$3.4 million) for its in-process tailings (IPT) carbonation technology. This process turns nickel mining waste into a permanent CO2 storage solution. If successful, it could lock away millions of tons of CO2 every year.
The University of Toronto has secured $1.7 million (CA$2.5 million) to improve its pH-swing and electrochemical CO2 capture technology. This approach helps extract CO2 from the air at lower costs, making storage and reuse more efficient.
Kemetco Research Inc. is receiving $1.6 million (CA$2.2 million) to develop a process for large-scale CO2 sequestration while also producing critical minerals. This could be a win-win for both the environment and the mining industry.
The Quebec-based Université Laval has been granted $422,830 (CA$600,000) to research and develop cost-effective solid adsorbents for carbon capture. This project focuses on making DAC technologies more affordable and efficient.
The Université de Sherbrooke is set to receive $352,413 (CA$500,000) for its work on supersonic point-source CO2 capture. The university's LOCUS Laboratory is working on cryogenic and expansion technology, a promising method to improve carbon capture efficiency.
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Government investment in CCUS projects is getting positive reactions from industry leaders. Daniel Kelter, Carbon Removal Canada’s director of government relations, highlighted the significance of this funding.
“It’s incredibly meaningful to see the Government of Canada continuing to invest in permanent carbon removal technologies, as it makes both environmental and economic sense. When you invest in the Canadian carbon removal sector you are also investing in its entire supply chain – from engineers, to truck drivers, to farmers, and more.”
Kelter also pointed out that Canada is becoming a global leader in carbon removal. “These investments continue to prove that there is a path to low-cost permanent carbon removal technologies, and right now, that path runs through Canada. We have what any sector needs: interested governments, plentiful agricultural land, significant geological sequestration potential, renewable energy, and the longest coastlines in the world.”
This funding is a clear sign that Canada is betting on carbon capture as part of its climate strategy. By supporting a mix of private companies, universities, and research firms, the country is creating a strong foundation for future carbon removal solutions.
With global demand for low-cost and scalable carbon capture technology, these projects could position Canada as a leader in the field. The results of these investments could influence how industries worldwide tackle emissions, making carbon capture more practical and widespread.
The six funded projects represent a major step forward in Canada’s carbon capture efforts. Whether through mining waste, underground storage, or direct air capture, each initiative brings a unique approach to the problem. If these technologies prove successful, they could become essential tools in reducing global carbon footprints.
As more countries look for ways to meet their climate goals, Canada’s investments in carbon removal could set a strong example. With government backing and private sector innovation, these projects could reshape how industries deal with CO2 emissions for years to come.
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