Clean Resource Innovation Network (CRIN)

Please note: CRIN follows Government of Canada approved methodologies that are 3rd party verified for substantiating environmental claims. However, recent amendments to Section 74.01(1) of the Competition Act have introduced uncertainties. Consequently, CRIN cannot currently publicly share environmental performance metrics for the projects we support. Once the Government of Canada clarifies what constitutes adequate and proper substantiation in accordance with internationally recognized methodology, CRIN will ensure all environmental benefit claims reporting comply with these standards and will again publish the data on our website and social media. For inquiries regarding environmental performance metrics, please contact a CRIN representative directly. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause in the interim.

At the CRIN Pavilion at #COP29, we're showcasing some of our impressive CRIN-supported innovators. On Saturday, November 16 at noon AZT, we're highlighting Kathairos Solutions. Kathairos eliminates methane venting at remote well sites by using nitrogen – an inert, non-polluting gas – to operate pneumatic devices. In doing so, the system replaces the need for methane as instrument gas, and the subsequent venting of the highly potent greenhouse gas during routine well site operation. If you're on the ground in Baku, please join us for this virtual presentation.

On Saturday, November 16, at 3 p.m. AZT, please join CRIN in our #COP29 pavilion for the virtual event From the Dinner Table to the Roundtable: How Synergraze is Reducing Agricultural Emissions. The global race to tackle climate change has sparked an army of scientists, researchers, and innovators around the world to push the boundaries as they work to develop new tools and technology that will help livestock producers reduce on-farm GHG emissions. In this session, attendees will hear from Tamara Loiselle, Founder & CEO of Synergraze Inc., Alberta, Canada; Bob Lowe, President of the Global Round Table for Sustainable Beef and former T’Sou-ke First Nation Chief Gordon Planes, as they discuss the opportunity that the Synergraze Solution provides to the global livestock community to reduce GHG emissions, at scale, cost effectively. Through its newly developed and patented technology, Synergraze is redefining what it takes to become a leading global solution for ruminant GHG emissions. Join the live stream or watch the recording here:

#COP29 attendees! Please join us in the CRIN Pavilion (H15) on Saturday, November 16 at 1 p.m. AZT for a Tourmaline Oil Corp event about the Emissions Testing Centre. The Emissions Testing Centre (ETC) is a unique platform designed to help cleantech startups accelerate the commercialization of methane emissions measurement, monitoring, and mitigation technologies. This free program focuses on technology validation, offering startups access to Tourmaline’s testing assets for real-world validation. By reducing common commercialization barriers, the ETC enables companies to refine their solutions, fast-tracking their market readiness. Join us to learn how innovators can test, optimize, and scale their innovative technology while contributing to efforts to monitor, measure, and mitigate methane emissions. Featuring panelists Tim Shaw, Tim Egan, Scott Volk, and Ian Gates, PhD, PEng, FCAE. For those following COP29 events from home, please tune in live or check this event listing page for the recording of the discussion: https://lnkd.in/gQJbnNBf

Happening on Saturday, November 16 at 11 a.m. AZT in the CRIN Pavilion: Pathways Alliance is hosting Fast-tracking success: Identifying, nurturing and supporting cleantech startups. #COP29 Join us in our pavilion or online for this virtual presentation: https://lnkd.in/gAGDNPSP

At 10 a.m. AZT at CRIN's #COP29 pavilion (location H15), Petroleum Technology Alliance Canada is hosting the discussion Harnessing Digitization to Reduce Emissions. Digital transformation is key in the fight against climate change, enhancing efficiency, reducing emissions, and improving decision-making across sectors. It enables smart energy management through AI-driven systems and IoT devices, optimizing energy use and reducing GHG emissions. Carbon tracking and reporting tools provide real-time emissions data, allowing companies and governments to track progress toward climate goals. Predictive analytics and AI models help forecast climate impacts and optimize resource allocation. In agriculture, precision farming technologies reduce water and fertilizer use, cutting emissions. Additionally, digital tools facilitate the shift to a circular economy by improving supply chain transparency and waste management. Join us for this discussion either in person in Baku, via livestream, or by watching the recording of the conversation. Find the details here: https://lnkd.in/gbrmZa5n Marc Godin Bryan Helfenbaum Stephane Germain Glen McCrimmon

Today at COP29 CRIN hosted an insightful session by the University of Calgary that showcased pioneering research in climate and energy innovation. Dr. Ian Gates, PhD, PEng, FCAE and Dr. Joule Bergerson highlighted an impressive array of technologies and programming, demonstrating UCalgary’s dedication to advancing low-carbon solutions and sustainable energy systems. You can view the recorded session here: https://lnkd.in/g5bAe3nQ We also hosted the “Building Alberta’s Energy Innovation Ecosystem” event which highlighted collaborative efforts among Alberta’s energy sector and government programs such as TIER to advance technology development and adoption as well as inform improvements for more effective policy. Speakers included Tim Shaw from Tourmaline Oil Corp Oil, Sherri Wilson (Alberta’s Deputy Minister for Environment and Protected Areas), Scott Volk of Tourmaline Oil, Yvan Champagne of CarbonAi, and Justin Riemer of Emissions Reduction Alberta. The link to this session can be found here: https://lnkd.in/gdXt4fSN I’ve included in the photos below what the CRIN pavilion looks like from the front. If you’re in Baku at COP29, please drop by Blue Zone space H15 and say hello!

Our Day 3 Live from Baku newsletter is out! You can read it here: https://lnkd.in/gpUYbDsT #CRINinAction #COP29

COP29 day 2 saw the UK Prime Minister announce their Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) target of 81% reduction of greenhouse gas emissions from 1990 levels by 2035. At the CRIN pavilion we had a steady stream of international visitors including interested parties from Korea, Egypt, Pakistan, Senegal and Tonga. Some were interested in understanding the CRIN model of encouraging technology investment, development and adoption, others wanted to understand how CRIN encourages and supports youth groups, and most wanted to learn how they could either gain access to technology or see how their technology could be shared across the network. I ventured over to the Ukrainian pavilion where I was met with walls made with recycled paper and living seeds - these will be replanted after the conference. I also viewed a Virtual Reality art show that featured an immersive and somewhat disturbing experience depicting various impacts that war (specifically the Russia-Ukraine war) has on the natural environment. I later checked out the Russian Federation’s space which was, in contrast, lacking in any political commentary. I visited a few other pavilions as pictured below. Of interest, all the furniture in the China pavilion is made of cardboard! Until tomorrow…

Today was Day 1 of COP29. While the negotiating teams discussed goals to finalize Article 6 and hopes to reform the global financial system, I had the privilege to moderate a technology showcase session at the Canada Pavilion - sharing the stage with Shahan S. of Data2Action-UbiLab and Robin Woodward from Carbon Asset Solutions. It was awesome to see two diverse technology solutions together on the same stage really showcasing what Canadian innovation has to offer. https://lnkd.in/gZPgTgEF The Clean Resource Innovation Network (CRIN) pavilion is situated between the enormous China Pavilion on one side, the equally large Africa Pavilion on the other and across the aisle from the Korea Pavilion. Today we had a surprise visit from "Gary the Geco" - special shoutout to the Pathways Alliance team for gently escorting Gary to a safer place to roam. Later in the day I took in a fascinating discussion at the Korea Pavilion on “Toward Green Shipping by 2050: Green Shipping Corridors and Eco-friendly Ship Technologies.” They are looking at every option. More to come tomorrow…