Moment Energy and Invest Vancouver among 50 BC Cleantech Award nominees for 2023

This year's finalists span categories including startups, scaling ventures, funders, corporate pioneers and ecosystem supporters.

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VTJ Staff
March 16, 2023

The nominees for the 4th annual BC Cleantech Awards have been released. The 50 finalists span categories such as startups, ecosystem pioneers, corporate partners and funders.

Chosen from over 200 submissions, they are innovators, industry leaders, investors, government officials, and academics driving cleantech innovation and adoption across the province and setting an example for what is possible on the path to net zero.

Here are the finalists organized by category:

Startup of the YearAn emerging cleantech venture actively growing and already creating impact in their field

Scaling Venture of the YearA cleantech venture positioned to take a leadership role on the global innovation stage

Community Advocate of the YearA mentor offering invaluable guidance, advice, or support to cleantech entrepreneurs

Ecosystem Supporter of the YearAn organization championing the growth and development of cleantech in BC through programs, ecosystem development, thought leadership, and community building

Corporate Pioneer of the YearA large organization or company adopting, championing, or leading sustainable practices in their industry

Investor of the YearAn angel investor or VC championing a net zero economy by investing in cleantech ventures

Funder of the YearAn organization or individual offering capital support or funding to support cleantech ventures as they grow and scale

Training Institution of the YearAn educational institution leading or championing research, programming, and upskilling that will enable a net zero future

  • Climate Venture Studio at entrepreneurship@UBC

  • Interior Universities Research Coalition

  • Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions

  • University of Northern British Columbia – NALS

  • SFU VentureLabs

Educator of the YearA professor, academic leader, or post-secondary instructor taking an innovative approach to education for the net zero economy

Government Champion of the YearA local or provincial government official using policy, advocacy, or funding to move the province towards net zero

“Myself and the team at Foresight are consistently inspired by what… [our] collaborators are accomplishing as we lead Canada to a greener future,” said Jeanette Jackson, CEO of Foresight Canada, in a statement. “It is a pleasure to recognize just some of the amazing individuals, ventures, and organizations that are making an impact on Canadian cleantech innovation and demonstrating what is possible on the path to net zero.”

With Vancouver Tech Journal as the official media sponsor, the winners will be celebrated at a live event in Vancouver, B.C. on March 30, 2023.

Readers can register today to take part in the live broadcast. If you’re interested in attending live, please contact [email protected].

The 2023 BC Cleantech Awards are presented by Foresight and KPMG, with support from MLT Aikins, Osler and TransLink.

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