GVCTEC Program 2015

Program guide

January 28, 2015 10 am – 4 pm

Surrey City Hall • Surrey, BC

office of the mayor

Linda Hepnermayor

13450 ~ 104 Avenue Surrey British Columbia Canada v3t 1v8

CITY OF SURREY

604 591 4126

[email protected]

@LindaHepner

www.surrey.ca

Message from the Mayor

On behalf of the City of Surrey, it is my pleasure to welcome you to Surrey City Hall for the

inaugural Greater Vancouver Clean Technology Expo & Championship.

Surrey is proud to be home to approximately 10% of BC’s Clean Technology sector and as

Canada’s fastest growing city, we are committed to supporting new initiatives to create a

vibrant innovation ecosystem in Surrey and across the Greater Vancouver region.

This event is a celebration of regional innovation excellence and is designed to provide

a welcoming platform for companies to showcase their clean technology to potential

technology users, investors, and industry leaders from across the Pacific North West.

This year, we are excited to host 40 of the region’s top clean technology companies

competing for the title of Greater Vancouver’s Clean Technology Champion as well as

23 expert judges and speakers joining us from as far away as California.

I would also like to thank all of our community and industry partners whose support was

critical to the success of this event with special recognition to Vancity who has joined us as

the event’s presenting sponsor.

Once again, welcome to the City of Surrey and I wish you all the best of success in your

future endeavours.

Sincerely,

Linda Hepner

Mayor, City of Surrey

Time

expo & Championshippowerhaus

workshop seriesresourCe Corner

Main Atrium Centre Stage Theatre 1E Committee Room

10:00 am – 10:30 amMayor Linda Hepner, City of Surrey Welcoming Remarks

Maureen Cureton, Green Business Manager, Vancity RemarksIntroduction of the Judges

10:30 am – 12 noonCompetition Round One

The Trek South: Generating Sales and Developing

Strategic Partnerships in the US Market and Beyond

(Hosted by DFATD)

Meet representatives from:

BC Innovation Council

BC Technology Industry Association

City of Surrey Transportation Department

Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Development

MITACS

Powertech Labs

Small Business BC

12 noon – 1:00 pm Lunch Break

1:00 pm – 2:30 pm1:30 pm

Competition Round Two

& Deliberation

Show me the Money! Financing Clean Technology

(Hosted by Vancity)

2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Investing in Resilient Cities through Clean Technology

Deployment and Innovation(Hosted by the City of Surrey)

3:30 pm – 4:00 pm Championship Announcement & Celebration

The Championship awards

The Greater Vancouver Clean Technology Champion

• $10,000 cash prize (provided by Vancity)

• Trophy (designed by the KPU Chip & Shannon Wilson School of Design)

• Bragging rights as the winner of the inaugural Greater Vancouver Clean Technology Championship

The Century Group student’s Choice award

• $3,000 cash prize (provided by the Century Group)

This event is proudly presented by Vancity

EvEnt SchEdulE

2Greater VancouVer Clean TeChnology expo and championship #cleantechchamp

Event sponsor Century Group

(@centurythinking) will be running Twitter

contests throughout the day for great

commercial cleantech prizes, including

a made‑in‑BC Neurio home intelligence

technology system valued at $250!

here’s how To parTiCipaTe!

• Follow @centurythinking on Twitter

• Watch the @centurythinking Twitter feed; contests and prizes will change hourly

• Be sure to include @centurythinking and #cleantechchamp in your tweets

3#CleanTeChChamp GreaTer VanCouVer Clean TeChnology expo and Championship

Workshop 1

The Trek south Generating sales and Developing

strategic partnerships in the us market and Beyond

Brought to you by the Trade Commissioners Service, Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development

Foreign Affairs, Trade andDevelopment Canda

Affaires étrangères, Commerceet Développement Canada

Learn from industry movers

and shakers who can

help you unlock lucrative

business opportunities

in the United States and

beyond.

According to Analytica Advisors, three‑quarters of Canadian clean technology companies are exporters.

The United States, being Canada’s largest trading partner is a strategic first export market for many companies seeking international opportunities. While a common language, a shared physical border, and the North America Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) makes the US a key export market for clean technology companies, seeking partners and generating sales is no easy feat for new entrants.

Are you ready to go global?

dr. dan matrossTrade Commissioner (Energy) DFATD (California, USA)

@danmatross

Victoria HayesTrade Commissioner DFATD (Vancouver, BC)

@vhayesTCS

Karim KassamVP, Business & Corporate Development Ballard Power Systems

@k_kassam

Chris TumpachPresident Rainforest Automation

@rfadevices

Tom rankenCEO Cleantech Alliance

@JThomasRanken

moderaTor meeT THe SPeaKerS

thE PowErhauS workShoP SEriES


Workshop 2

show me the money! Local opportunities for Financing

Clean Technology

Brought to you by Vancity

Come spin the money

wheel and interact with

some of the region’s most

knowledgeable financiers

in a game show format to

find out where the money is

at for the clean technology

companies.

British Columbia is already known globally as a hotbed for clean technology innovation with Surrey alone being home to approximately 10% of the sector. However, who is financing this innovation and what options exist for clean technology companies looking for capital?

Join representatives from Vancity, Pangea Venture Capital and the Toronto Stock Exchange to talk about some of the options that exist for financing your clean technology innovation.

Brian KahnertKahnert Management Consulting

Christine BergeronDirector, Community Business Vancity

@Vancity

andrew CreechTeam Manager, Listed Services TMX Group

@TMXGroup

Keith gillardGeneral Partner Pangaea Ventures Ltd.

@KeithAGillard


5THE POWERHAUS WORKSHOP SERIES GREATER VANCOUVER CLean TeChnoLoGy ExPO AND CHAMPIONSHIP

Workshop 3

investing in resilient Communities through Clean Technology Deployment

and innovation

Brought to you by the City of Surrey

Do you have a product

or technology that can

provide a turnkey solution

to combat climate change

risks? Connect with

organizations that help with

the deployment of clean

technologies in urban and

rural communities.

While the Canadian clean technology industry is mainly geared toward the export market, many growing Canadian communities are also in need of solutions to mitigate the risks of climate change.

Learn about the various clean technology innovations Canadian municipalities such as the City of Surrey are deploying to create more resilient communities and a strong vibrant clean technology sector in Canada.

Joining also will be senior decision makers who are helping to creating a wave of change across the country.

James TanseyExecutive Director Centre for Social Innovation and Impact Investing (SauderS3i), UBC

@JamesTansey3

anna mathewsonSustainability Manager City of Surrey

@annalmathewson

Paul BlomerusVice President, Natural Gas Fuel Supply Systems Westport

@Westportdotcom

yoga yogendranCEO Clean Technology Community Gateway

@YogaYogendran


6GREATER VANCOUVER CLean TeChnoLoGy ExPO AND CHAMPIONSHIP THE POWERHAUS WORKSHOP SERIES

Neil HuffManaging DirectorForesight Cleantech Accelerator Centre

ray lingsManaging DirectorPowertech Labs

Paul HendersonGeneral Manager, Waste ServicesMetro Vancouver

maureen CuretonGreen Business ManagerVancity

rob CostanzoManager, Engineering OperationsCity of Surrey

mike VolkerVancouver Angel Technology Network

Bill lemonSenior VP, Investment BankingSource Capital Group Inc. / Element 8

Joe BlairAssociateChrysalix Venture Capital

Sarah applebaumAssociatePangaea Venture Capital

Flora LiveseyFunding AdvisorSustainable Development Technology Canada

malcolm ShieldClimate Policy ManagerCity of Vancouver

dave LeicesterFleet Manager, Translink / Coast Mountain Bus Company

THe JudgeSLead Judge

round 1: Finalist selection 10:30 am – 12 noon

15-minute Time period

• 5-minute Pitch (slideshow and/or product demo)

• 10-minute Judges Q&A

Finalist selection Location

• City Hall Atrium: company booths

Judging

• Companies will be assessed against up to six other companies that are in a similar clean technology segment

round 2: Champion selection & Century Group student’s Choice award 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

15-minute Time period

• 5-minute Pitch (slideshow and/or product demo)

• 10-minute Judges Q & A

Champion selection Location

• Committee Room 2E (closed to the public)

Century Group student’s Choice award selection

• City Hall Atrium

Judging

• Companies advancing to Round 2 will be assessed against five other finalists from all segments

• Companies will also have a chance to compete for the Century Group Student’s Choice Award

chamPionShiP Judging Format

7#CleanTeChChamp GreaTer VanCouVer Clean TeChnology expo and Championship

Biofuels & Biochemicals

TBF environmental Technology inc.Surrey, BC

TBF Environmental develops and markets innovative green, low toxicity, solvent technologies that replace dangerous, toxic solvents commonly used in paint coatings, inks, adhesives and cosmetics. TBF solvents are designed to improve the environment, worker safety and help reduce industrial emissions.

Cedar road Bioenergy inc.Nanaimo, BC

Nanaimo Bioenergy Centre is a collaborative development and demonstration platform commissioned in 2009 where private and public stakeholders and partners come together to innovate, achieving measurable leading outcomes in GHG reduction and commercial distributed waste to energy and product conversion for small to medium sized landfills.

The BioCube CorporationVancouver, BC

The BioCube Corporation has designed, manufactures and distributes the BioCube, a transportable biodiesel mini‑refinery that produces high quality biodiesel from renewable feedstock sources that can be used directly in any modern engine. The BioCube is fuelling energy independence for commercial enterprises and communities around the world.

Clean Transportation

eLix wireless Charging systemsRichmond, BC

ELIx Wireless produces advanced wireless power transfer systems for a variety of applications across a wide range of power levels. The ELIx technology is based on low‑frequency, low‑radiation magnetic coupling in a highly flexible, scalable form factor that can be adapted to the end user’s needs. ELIx is a safe, efficient method for transferring power without the need for plugs or physical connections.

hydrogen in motionVancouver, BC

Hydrogen In Motion Inc. (H2M) develops and manufactures mobile uncompressed hydrogen storage tanks and delivers off‑board refueling solutions to owners of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles and other applications. H2M has two business lines, a manufacturing line and a service delivery line, both designed to address the key barriers to adoption for the hydrogen fuel cell vehicle: fuel storage, range and re‑fueling.

electrameccanicaVancouver, BC

ElectraMeccanica manufactures the high performance, single person Sparrow EV.

moovee innovations inc.Vancouver, BC

Founded in July 2012, our business focus is personal, urban, autonomous, connected electric vehicles with mobility cloud and smart grid connectivity.

thE clEantEch comPaniES


webtech wirelessBurnaby, BC

Webtech Wireless (TSx:WEW) is a leader in providing fleet management telematics, GPS and automatic vehicle location (AVL) solutions that improve efficiency, accountability and reduce costs. Our end‑to‑end solutions automate record keeping and regulatory compliance, reduce fuel burn and idling, mitigate risk, and keep drivers safe. Managers trust us to ensure people are accountable and vehicles are visible.

Velometro mobility inc.Vancouver, BC

VeloMetro is developing a one‑way vehicle sharing service for urban denizens who want fun, comfortable and sustainable personal transportation. Our shared vehicles are called Velocars, which are fully enclosed, electric‑assist pedalled vehicles that are regulated as electric bicycles and therefore do not require a driver’s license or automobile insurance.

adrroit TechnologiesVancouver, BC

Adrroit Technologies specializes in intelligent parking management systems. Adrroit’s flagship system aims to connect on‑ and off‑street parking to cloud‑based mobile servers to create a driver‑friendly, seamless parking experience. The IntelliPark app acts as a gateway for users to access content that includes real‑time occupancy data and navigation tools for drivers to find spots. The app will promote time and fuel savings while also connecting local businesses to drivers.

FVT research inc.Pitt Meadows, BC

FVT Research develops drop‑in electric drives as diesel replacements for commercial, industrial and off‑road vehicles. FVT’s technologies are now used by some of the world’s largest mining companies. We recently developed an electric drive system for transit buses, garbage and recycling trucks that outperforms diesel, lowers fuel and maintenance costs, has zero emissions and a payback of under five years.

energy infrastructure

Quadrogen power systems, inc.Vancouver, BC

Quadrogen Power Systems, Inc. (Quadrogen) of Vancouver, BC, Canada, is a privately held clean‑tech company that designs, builds, and installs high performance gas clean‑up solutions for the renewable energy sector. We also provide world‑class engineering and design services, including detailed techno‑economic feasibility studies for industrial and institutional customers.

hTeC hydrogen Technology & energy CorporationNorth Vancouver, BC

HTEC’s mission is to be a vertically integrated clean energy company by helping to enable hydrogen fueled transportation. It installs, owns and operates clean hydrogen production, distribution and fueling stations in Vancouver and California to provide fuel for the new hydrogen fuel cell electric zero emission cars being introduced to key markets in 2015.

Terrella energy systems Ltd.Mission, BC

Terrella Energy is introducing its new ZTHERM line of products for clean heat‑management systems. ZTHERM provides a clean thermal interface for electronics which dissipates heat rapidly and effectively. ZTHERM uses a graphite material which is a non‑metal, and does not corrode, or degrade, over time. This is a significant improvement over other materials used today.

altentech power inc.Vancouver, BC

Altentech™ Power Inc., and more importantly, the “game‑changing” biomass feedstock moisture extraction/drying technology we have developed and internationally patented, is the result of real world, hands‑on experience and exhaustive engineering and provides the key to virtually every biomass‑to‑energy process.

9THE CLEANTECH COMPANIES GREATER VANCOUVER CLean TeChnoLoGy ExPO AND CHAMPIONSHIP

mantra energySurrey, BC

Mantra Energy has a patented process called Electrochemical Reduction of CO2 (ERC) that allows for the utilization of CO2 currently emitted from industrial stacks. Captured CO2 is turned into valuable chemicals such as formates or synthetic gases and then used in various existing applications. Mantra is also developing a unique mixed reactant fuel cell that can run off the same chemicals produced by ERC and can therefore power both stationary and mobile devices.

humpback hydro inc.Vancouver, BC

Humpback Hydro’s patented grid‑scale energy storage technology is an answer to the global problem for the energy‑water‑food nexus. The technology’s primary function is that it makes wind, solar and all other renewable energies, a reliable, base load energy source of power. Our technology can store energy for days, provide a cheaper competitive solution for energy intensive, reverse osmosis processes which will be able to desalinate millions of gallons of water daily for a variety of industries that need a reliable fresh water source.

Green Building & energy efficiency

Tso LogicVancouver, BC

TSO Logic is the energy efficiency software for data centers that can reduce server power costs by up to 50%. It’s called Application‑Aware Power Management™ and it all happens from a single server, with no impact on performance, no additional hardware, no agent software, and no disruptive changes to your infrastructure.

ayo enerGy managementVancouver, BC

AYO Energy Management brings together innovative energy solutions and a unique business model to help building owners and operators reduce their energy costs and improve the bottom line, while significantly mitigating their environmental foot print. The solutions implemented take advantage of the existing elements of a building to maximize the value, often with a payback period of two to three years.

solar infra systems int’l Ltd.Surrey, BC

Solar Infra Systems is an innovative developer and manufacturer of supplementary heating products that provide value to our customers, both economically and environmentally. Our mission is to help our customers reduce their carbon footprint by harnessing the infrared spectrum of the sun, to save energy and reduce overall heating costs.

solaris Geothermal inc.Abbotsford, BC

Solaris is a BC company that is launching a highly acclaimed solar heating technology to change the way buildings are heated by making solar cost less than fossil fuels.

10GREATER VANCOUVER CLean TeChnoLoGy ExPO AND CHAMPIONSHIP THE CLEANTECH COMPANIES

Gr Green Building products inc.Burnaby, BC

GR Green makes beautiful roofs out of waste limestone and recycled plastic that sell for a fraction of the cost of natural slate and cedar roofs.

Quad-Lock Building systems Ltd.Surrey, BC

Quad‑Lock Building Systems has been building sustainable energy efficient homes since 1995. Research confirms that the most cost‑effective energy solution is Saving Energy in Buildings and nothing comes close to the long‑term net income (not cost!) of improved building insulation. Insulated Concrete Forms are revolutionizing the global building industries because of the exceptional energy efficiency, comfort, safety ratings, and speed of construction at lower Total Cost of Ownership!

Cascadia windows Ltd.Langley, BC

Cascadia Windows Ltd. is an industry leader in fiberglass construction products innovation and manufacturing. Cascadia specializes in windows, doors, and cladding support systems. Cascadia products are known for demonstrating cutting edge technology pertaining to energy efficiency and durability.

Just BioFiber structural solutionsWhite Rock, BC

Just BioFiber Structural Solutions Corporation has developed a modular easy to assemble building system that has both insulation and structural support while being sustainable. This Super SSR block is a complete building system that has been developed using biological fibers that are bonded to internal structural supports. You get all of the benefits of the earth friendly sustainable insulation fibers and a very strong structure in one modular block.

megahertz power systems inc.Burnaby, BC

MHPS is a power electronics development company that creates highly efficient, cost‑effective products for its customers and partners utilizing its licensed and patent‑pending intellectual property consisting of green mode power management integrated circuits (PMIC), power control modules (PCM) and customized discrete power systems (10 – 65 W power category). MHPS’s technology supports industry verticals such as LED lighting drivers and industrial/consumer power supplies.

Vanair DesignBurnaby, BC

VanAir has developed an innovative interior door that allows air to flow through while shut, and maintains visual and acoustical privacy in an aesthetic manner. By enabling a pathway for air to circulate, it aims to increase the wellbeing of occupants by improving Indoor Air Quality, temperature balancing, acoustics and social quality. It circumvents the drawbacks associated with ventilation practices in buildings like transfer ducting, vents, grilles, open ceilings, and custom retrofits.


power Generation

Greenerzone – impact BioenergySurrey, BC

We offer localized bioenergy technology, representing a paradigm shift in both waste management and renewable energy production. Our systems eliminate the costs and environmental impacts associated with the disposal and hauling of organic (carbon‑based) wastes to distant landfills by converting them into heat, electricity, vehicle fuel, and soil amendments on‑site at their point of generation.

hydrorun Technologies Ltd.Vancouver, BC

HydroRun is developing technology that generates reliable, affordable, base‑load electricity from the natural flow of rivers—no dams, no diversions, no harm to ecosystems and no interruption to existing business or recreational activities.

Zolair energySquamish, BC

Zolair Energy is a micro‑electric utility providing clean, affordable energy solutions for the developing world. Its patented, portable renewable energy system offers on‑demand electricity to off‑grid customers with a wireless activation and payment system. Zolair, electrifying and empowering emerging communities worldwide.

water wall Turbine inc.Lions Bay, BC

Water Wall Turbine Inc. is the Canadian developer of a unique floating Tidal Energy system. The first prototype installation is currently under construction, and will be installed at Dent Island Lodge this summer. Each device is scalable from 500 kW to 2 MW, dependent on current speeds and location.

process efficiency & abatement

pw TrenchlessSurrey, BC

PW Trenchless offers pipebursting, sliplining and directional drilling, giving you an alternative to open cutting through sensitive areas. Learn more about our cutting‑edge new technologies at our booth at the Greater Vancouver Clean Technology Expo and Championship.

air phaser environmental Ltd.Chilliwack, BC

Air Phaser uses non‑thermal plasma to treat VOCs, odorous and non‑odorous in process air that is emitted from industrial facilities so that the emissions are transformed to environmentally harmless forms. It uses only electricity to do so, replacing older technologies that use consumables such as fossil fuels or chemicals. It is a scalable technology that can be set to handle any volume of air flow and is easy to retrofit into existing factories to upgrade them, or new facilities to provide air pollution abatement.

ecoation innovative solutions inc.Vancouver, BC

Ecoation Innovative Solutions is the developer of crop‑sense™, a wireless crop‑health monitoring system that detects minute changes in crop health due to pests, diseases, malnutrition and undesirable environmental conditions before symptoms become visible to naked eyes. crop‑sense™ will change the way growers produce and protect our food.

FLo innovations inc.Burnaby, BC

FLO Innovations focuses on developing its platform technology, FLO polymer, which is a patented, water‑based, electrically conductive polymer ink that has many potential market applications. FLO polymer ink can be used in a variety of applications including, but not limited to, conductive inks for 2D and 3D printing, electronic displays and touch screens, solar panels, electromagnetic shielding, smart windows, and conductive textiles.

12GREATER VANCOUVER CLean TeChnoLoGy ExPO AND CHAMPIONSHIP THE CLEANTECH COMPANIES

recycling & waste, remediation & soil Treatment, water & wastewater

prongineer r&D Ltd.Vancouver, BC

Prongineer is a water and resource recovery company that applies innovative technologies and engineering expertise to solve challenging water and wastewater problems for municipal, agricultural, and industrial markets by converting waste‑streams into useful resources through our water and nutrient recovery technology (UniBAR‑NPK).

ivey international inc.Surrey, BC

Ivey International Inc. is an international, award‑winning Remediation Technology Company that has established a solid reputation for developing innovative air, soil, sediment, and groundwater remediation technologies, which include Ivey‑sol® (Surfactant Technology), I‑ROx® (Chemical REDOx), ATOMISOL® (Metal Stabilization) and DECON‑IT® (Decontamination Products).

Queensboro marine equipment Ltd.Surrey, BC

Queensboro Marine is a globally recognized manufacturer of equipment for a wide range of marine applications including commercial fishing and oil spill response. With over 50 years of experience, QME has been focused on building marine and industrial equipment for various industries. All manufacturing is done at their facility in Surrey, BC, Canada, where only the strictest quality control practices are exercised and enforced.

Dew point manufacturingNorth Vancouver, BC

Dew Point Manufacturing is a leading developer and manufacturer of Atmospheric Water Generation (AWG) technology. This technology provides a cost‑effective solution to the global shortage of drinking water by extracting water from air and turning it into clean, healthy drinking water. Our technology is the most eco‑friendly water generation method that will not disturb the current water ecosystem in any measureable way. Our technology is reliable, resilient and it allows the water ecosystem to restore itself.


thE city oF SurrEy &Bc’S clEan tEchnology SEctor

The City of surrey is Canada’s fastest growing municipality with over 1,200 new residents moving to Surrey every month

• According to GLOBE Advisors research, over 40 companies, or approximately 10% of BC’s clean technology sector, is located in Surrey, particularly around the surrey Fraser Docks, surrey’s industrial zones, and the us border

• Surrey is also home to Foresight Cleantech accelerator Centre, western Canada’s only business accelerator designed to help clean technology companies grow

• powertech Labs employs the highest number of phD-level scientists in BC outside of the post‑secondary system and actively works with clean energy companies from around the world

• Surrey is home to simon Fraser university and kwantlen polytechnic university, two leading post‑secondary institutions that are highly active in clean technology research and producing highly skilled talent for the local green economy

• Surrey companies such as endurance wind power have successfully grown from being a small company of fewer than 10 employees to being global leaders in the clean technology sector

• Surrey’s natural competitive advantages for clean technology companies include a strategic location, low cost of business operations, access to talent, a robust value chain, and access to business and academic networks

• The City of Surrey has over 8,000 commercial and industrial businesses from a variety of sectors, many of which are involved in value-chain activities associated with clean technology

Building a stronger, vibrant clean technology sector together.

If you are a clean technology company and want to learn more about how the City of Surrey can help you succeed in the global clean technology marketplace, we encourage you to contact the Economic Development Division.

Contact person

Stephen Wu, Economic Investment Strategist [email protected] l 604‑591‑4333

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