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Scale your solution. Change the world.

We provide non-diluting funding support to BC-based innovators with solutions (TRL 5-9) that stand to make a meaningful impact on GHG reduction—and that have strong potential for global scalability. Sound like you? Read on for what we’re looking for—and what we offer.

We find and fund solutions in the following focus areas:

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Low carbon hydrogen
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Renewable natural gas
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Battery and energy storage
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Carbon capture, utilization and storage
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Biofuels and synthetic fuels

Much more than funding

We don’t just fund innovators. We invest in your success, providing ongoing support on your journey to making a difference on a global scale. After all, it’s our planet we’re working to save. We’ve all got skin in the game.

Our first-ever Open Innovation call is happening now.

Whether you’re in a big city or a tiny town, up north or down south, on the Coast or in the Interior, we’re interested in your innovation, and how it will make a meaningful impact on GHG reduction here in BC…and maybe, with a little boost, worldwide. We’re providing up to $2M in grant funding for eligible projects. How’s that for a boost? 

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Our process in brief

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Expression of interest

Tell us the basics about your solution and how it will materially reduce GHGs when applied at scale.

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Detailed proposal

If you advance to the next stage, we’ll request additional information and conduct due diligence.

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Decision communicated

We’ll let you know whether you’ve been selected for funding. We co-create an execution plan and required agreements.

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Scale opportunity

We work with you to executive your plan and take your game-changing solution from BC to the world.

Open Innovation Call: Key Dates

January 31, 2022

We’re live! CICE announces inaugural Open Innovation Call. Applications open. 

February 28, 2022

Application form and video pitch must be submitted via the portal below before 5 PM PST. 

March 15, 2022

Applicants will be notified of Stage 1 outcome. Successful projects will advance to Stage 2. 

April 29, 2022

Applicants advancing to Stage 2 submit detailed proposals before 5 PM PST. 

June 17, 2022

Successful applicants will be invited to progress to Stage 3.

July 4, 2022

Chosen innovators begin executing on agreements. 

Begin your Open Call application here

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Here’s how to apply

  1. Be sure to review the guide.
  2. Prepare a 5 minute video pitch
  3. When you’re ready, click the button below to access the application form. You’ll be able to edit the form before final submission.

If you’re unable to finish today, you can save your responses and come back another time.

Assuming your video is ready, we expect this step to take about 20 minutes. 

This step must be completed by February 28, 2022 at 5 PM PST.

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