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 * Who We Are About Foresight
   
   Who We Are
   
   Our team is built around passion, collaboration, transformation, and drive,
   with each and every one of us embodies these principles to drive cleantech
   adoption forward.
   
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   Meet Our Team
   
   United by a shared passion for entrepreneurship, cleantech, and
   sustainability, our team drives collaboration and connection to transform
   Canada’s cleantech ecosystem.
   
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   Foresight Ventures
   
   With over 1,200 cleantech ventures in key economic sectors, our alumni are
   positioned to drive the future economy.
   
   Meet Our Alumni
   
   Become A Partner
   
   We partner with service providers, industry, governments, municipalities,
   philanthropists, and investors to solve big challenges and bring us closer to
   achieving our climate moonshots. 
   
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   Expert Cleantech Insights
   
   With decades of combined experience, our team is incredibly knowledgeable
   about Canada’s cleantech sector, and are an asset on any panel. Connect with
   us for the best fit and availability.
   
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 * Adoption We’re breaking down barriers with specialized offerings for the
   public and private sector.
   
   Adoption
   
   Budget, people-power, and knowledge gaps are the leading barriers to
   implementing solutions, even when those solutions can save valuable
   resources, time, and money. We’re breaking down those barriers with
   specialized offerings for the public and private sector.
   
   Adopt Technology
    * Innovation Challenges
    * Cleantech Adoption Platform
    * Sectoral Expertise
    * Regional Expertise
    * BC Net Zero Innovation Network
   
   Innovation Challenges
   
   From agriculture to water to oil and gas, our Challenge program works to
   connect end-users with cleantech solutions to overcome sustainability
   and operational hurdles.
   
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   Cleantech Adoption Platform
   
   Access a custom, simplified, and de-risked process for identifying and
   adopting leading cleantech solutions that drive efficient operations and
   economic competitiveness.
   
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   Sectoral Expertise
   
   Utilize sector-specific clusters to solve unique challenges and stimulate
   economic growth in agriculture, bioeconomy, built environment, forestry,
   mining, power, and water.
   
   Explore Sectors
   
   Regional Expertise
   
   We’ve built powerful cleantech innovation hubs across the country that have
   the power to make their local industries greener, more efficient, and
   more profitable.
   
   Explore Regions
   
   BC Net Zero Innovation Network
   
   Our network in British Columbia de-risks and builds capacity for sectors
   working towards decarbonization and sustainability. Through our network and
   working groups, we partner with industry and develop solutions by building
   projects with innovators, academia, government, communities, and
   First Nations.
   
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 * Acceleration Accelerator programs help entrepreneurs launch and scale their
   cleantech ventures.
   
   
   SUPPORTING INNOVATORS EVERY STEP OF THE WAY
   
   We work with Canadian cleantech entrepreneurs from ideation to adoption to
   accelerate a global net zero transition. 
   
   Accelerate Your Technology
    * Start Up Support
    * Scale Up Support
    * Late Stage Support
    * Adoption Support
    * Earth Tech: 2050
   
   
   VALIDATE YOUR PROBLEM-SOLUTION FIT
   
   Transform your great idea into a successful cleantech business through our
   hands-on programs designed to build and launch your climate venture.
   
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   COMMERCIALIZE YOUR TECHNOLOGY
   
   Accelerate your capital pathway with programs specifically designed to cover
   all aspects of business operations, technology deployment, and sales.
   
   Learn More
   
   
   SCALE UP YOUR SYSTEMS AND C-SUITE
   
   Build a high growth, profitable company with access to world class EiRs and
   peer-to-peer roundtable sessions that develop your C-suite talent.
   
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   GET YOUR TECHNOLOGY ADOPTED
   
   Take your technology to the field to solve current industry sustainability
   hurdles. Apply for one of our challenges and access our cleantech
   adoption platform.
   
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   Earth Tech: 2050
   
   Supporting Canada’s top climate tech startups with the potential to each
   reduce or remove half a gigatonne of CO2e by 2050. 
   
   Learn More
 * Capital Connect with the founders leading the net zero transition through our
   matchmaking engine.
   
   Invest in the Future
   
   Along with adoption, access to capital is one of the largest barriers facing
   cleantech ventures. If we address that, we’ll be halfway to solving climate
   change. Our Capital Programs benefit both investors and ventures, as well as
   the planet.
   
   Find Your Next Deal
    * Investor Matchmaking
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    * Foresight Ventures
    * Capital Support For Ventures
   
   Investor Matchmaking
   
   Get connected to the founders leading the net zero transition through our
   matchmaking engine.
   
   Find Your Next Deal
   
   Meet Canada's Most Investable Cleantech Ventures
   
   Since 2021, the Foresight 50 has spotlighted the ventures leading the way
   to net zero.
   
   Meet the Foresight 50
   
   Foresight Ventures
   
   With over 1,200 cleantech ventures in key economic sectors, our alumni are
   positioned to drive the future economy.
   
   Meet Our Alumni
   
   Raise Capital for Your Startup
   
   Learn about what investors are looking for, build your data room, prepare to
   pitch, and connect with cleantech-focused angels and VCs.
   
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IN THE WORLD WE’RE BUILDING,
SUSTAINABILITY ISN'T A BUZZWORD.


IT’S A FUNDAMENTAL DRIVER OF ECONOMIC GROWTH AND PROSPERITY, FOR PEOPLE AND
PLANET. 

Let's Get Started

IMPACT TO DATE
57
Challenges Run
145 +
Governments & Rights Holders Engaged
200 +
Industry Partners
1280 +
Companies Supported


BY LEVERAGING INNOVATION, WE ARE DRIVING
ECONOMIC PRODUCTIVITY, PROFITABILITY, AND COMPETITIVENESS.


ACCELERATING PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SECTOR ADOPTION OF THE WORLD’S BEST CLEAN
TECHNOLOGIES CAN ADDRESS THE CLIMATE CRISIS, WHILE DRIVING THE GLOBAL TRANSITION
TOWARDS A ROBUST AND RESILIENT GREEN ECONOMY. TO GET THERE, WE WORK WITH:

 * Private Sector De-risked innovation adoption to meet your unique
   operational needs.
 * Public Sector Tailored research and insights to shape a resilient and
   prosperous economy.
 * Investors Direct connections to Canada’s most investable cleantech companies.
 * Innovators Purposeful acceleration to develop and deploy world-changing
   climate solutions.


TO REACH NET ZERO WHILE GROWING THE ECONOMY, WE MUST CATALYZE CLEANTECH ADOPTION
IN EVERY SECTOR, EVERYWHERE.


AGRICULTURE

Reducing GHG emissions in the Canadian agrifood sector by 50% by 2030.

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BIOECONOMY

Driving value chain transformation that increases revenue per sustainable yield
by 25%.

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BUILT ENVIRONMENT

Ensuring 40% of all building stock in Canada is net zero by 2030.

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CARBON

Catalyzing the advancement of carbon management solutions that will reduce 100
MT of GHG emissions by 2030.

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CLEAN POWER

Accelerating a pathway to 90% renewable and clean power in Canada by 2030.

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FORESTRY

Increasing revenue by 20+% through wildfire resiliency, sustainable value-add
manufacturing, and net zero operations.

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MINING

Connecting 100% of active mines to clean energy systems

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TRANSPORTATION

Decreasing transportation- related emissions by 50%. 

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WATER

Achieving less than 10% municipal and industrial water loss by 2033.

Learn More

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POWERFUL REGIONAL NETWORKS DRIVE ECONOMIC COMPETITIVENESS

From tidal power in Truro to critical minerals in the Kootenays, Canada has a
long history of turning its abundant natural resources into profit. But as the
world decarbonizes, our traditional industries and the communities that rely on
them must also evolve. We’ve built powerful cleantech innovation hubs across the
country that have the power to make their local industries greener, more
efficient, and more profitable.

Explore Our Regional Networks


BC NET ZERO INNOVATION NETWORK

BCNZIN partners with provincial industry leaders to accelerate the development
and adoption of critical environmental solutions, establishing BC as a global
leader in cleantech innovation. In just 18 months, we have made real strides
towards a 40% emissions reduction by 2030 through:

 * 75 Partnerships

 * 30+ Projects Approved or in Progress

 * 15 Projects with Indigenous Involvement

 * 16 Multi-Member Cluster Projects

 * 330+ Highly Qualified Jobs

Learn More About BCNZIN


WE SUPPORT CLEANTECH INNOVATORS TO DEPLOY THEIR CRITICAL SOLUTIONS.


THROUGH TRAINING, ACCESS TO MENTORS AND EXECUTIVES IN RESIDENCE (EIRS), EXPORT
PROMOTION, EVENTS, CONNECTIONS TO INDUSTRY, GOVERNMENT AND INVESTORS, AND MORE.

 * Start Up Support Transform your idea into action by identifying your target
   market and learning to communicate to customers.
 * Scale Up Support Accelerate your capital pathway with programs specifically
   designed to help you get to market faster.
 * Late Stage Support Build a high growth, profitable company with access to
   world class EIRs and peer-to-peer roundtable sessions.
 * Capital Support Learn what investors are looking for, build your data room,
   prepare to pitch, and connect with angels and VCs.
 * Adoption Support Land pilots and take your technology to the field to solve
   current industry sustainability hurdles.

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CHALLENGES & CASE STUDIES

Explore All Challenges

 * Open CMPC: Smart Forest Solutions Challenge CMPC is seeking innovative
   solutions to measure and optimize water consumption in their plantations to
   help drive smarter, more sustainable forest management. Presented By: Learn
   More
 * Open Wheaton Precious Metals Future of Mining Challenge This year, USD $1
   million will be awarded to a solution that targets the reduction of
   greenhouse gases and carbon intensity at base and precious metals mines, with
   funds being used to help further advance the technology. Presented By: Learn
   More
 * Completed CMPC: Understanding Our Trees Challenge CMPC sought innovative
   solutions to measure moisture and density in trees, logs, chips and biomass
   to improve their manufacturing process. Presented By: Learn More


WE DON’T JUST ACCELERATE INNOVATION—
WE ARE INNOVATION


FROM HUMBLE ROOTS IN VANCOUVER, CANADA, FORESIGHT HAS RAPIDLY SCALED INTO A
GLOBALLY CONNECTED NON-PROFIT, DRIVING THE ADOPTION OF SUSTAINABLE INNOVATION IN
MAJOR INDUSTRIES WORLDWIDE. TOGETHER, WE ARE AGENTS OF CHANGE FOR A BETTER
WORLD. BUT NOTHING WILL CHANGE UNTIL WE CHANGE IT. 


EVENTS

With virtual and in-person events connecting the country and the globe,
Foresight offers the best in cleantech events.  

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 * November 7, 2024 Event Foresight 50 Showcase and Celebration Join us on
   November 6 and 7 in Vancouver, British Columbia for our 2024 Foresight 50
   Showcase!
    * Date: November 7, 2024 - November 8, 2024
    * Time: 2:00 am - 2:00 am GMT+1
    * Cost: $100.00
   
   RSVP now
 * November 13, 2024 Event Atlantic Canada Road Tour: New Brunswick Up next,
   we’re celebrating innovation in Monton, New Brunswick, at the 2024 InnovateNB
   Celebration and Awards. Join us as Foresight proudly sponsors the networker.
   Stop by to catch the latest updates and hear about exciting developments
   shaping the Atlantic region. Enjoy light refreshments while networking with
   fellow innovators and trailblazers driving groundbreaking work on the East
   Coast.
    * Date: November 13, 2024
    * Time: 5:00 pm - 1:00 am GMT+1
    * Cost: Free
   
   RSVP now
 * November 14, 2024 Event BCNZIN Ecosystem Mixer Join us for the BC Net Zero
   Innovation Network Ecosystem Mixer in partnership with SFU VentureLabs. event
   is an opportunity for the BC Network to learn about current and upcoming
   projects and connect with BCNZIN industry partners, innovators,
   not-for-profits, investors, and municipal and government representatives.
    * Date: November 14, 2024
    * Time: 1:30 am - 3:30 am GMT+1
    * Cost: Free
   
   RSVP now


BLOG

Stay up to date with industry news, program updates, success stories, and more
from Canada's cleantech ecosystem.

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 * November 1, 2024 Announcement Amplifying Climate Solutions Through Earth Tech
   2050's New Cohort From implementing sustainable copper extraction methods to
   tackling deforestation, our latest Earth Tech: 2050 cohort is taking on
   climate challenges with groundbreaking, innovative ideas. Learn more about
   the ventures joining the ranks of cleantech leaders driving real solutions.
   View Announcement
 * October 29, 2024 Announcement Canadian Engineers to Receive High-Demand
   Skills Training Through Innovative New Platform Canada's advanced
   manufacturing sector is on the verge of transformation. To tackle climate
   goals and meet growing market demands, Foresight Canada has launched the
   Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Program (AME-UP) to provide engineers with
   the skills they need for the future of advanced manufacturing. View
   Announcement
 * October 21, 2024 Announcement Global Pulp and Paper Company Seeks to Optimize
   Water Usage in Forestry Sector Water consumption is a significant
   environmental challenge for the forestry sector. However, innovation in water
   measurement technologies can address this challenge. CMPC is seeking
   solutions that enhance sustainability and efficiency in forestry practices.
   View Announcement


REPORTS

Foresight's market research and thought leadership reports explore the
challenges and opportunities in Canadian cleantech.

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 * October 7, 2024 Article CO2 Utilization in Canada: Market Insights &
   Opportunities Explore the emerging opportunities of CO2 utilization in
   Canada, including market assessments, innovative technologies, and pathways
   for fuels, chemicals, and new materials. Learn about global initiatives and
   the potential for reducing industrial emissions. View Article
 * August 28, 2024 Report Long Duration Energy Storage Cleantech Adoption
   Business Case As Canada and the world move away from fossil fuels and toward
   renewables, it is becoming increasingly apparent that Long Duration Energy
   Storage (LDES) technology will be a key enabler in the green energy
   transition. View Report
 * August 28, 2024 Report Bioeconomy Opportunities: Lil'wat Forestry Ventures In
   the Southwest of BC, burning restrictions prohibit harvesting and fire
   prevention activities in some forested regions. This led Lil’wat Forestry
   Ventures (LFV), an economic development venture with traditional forestry
   activities and assets, to consider new pathways to remove forest waste
   sustainably. View Report

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