SDTC - Sustainable Development Technology Canada


About SDTC

SDTC is a not-for-profit foundation that supports the development of clean technologies. They focus on solutions that solve issues of climate change, clean air, water quality and soil, and deliver economic, environmental and health benefits to Canadians.


SDTC has three different funds:

  • SD Tech Fund: supports clean-technology projects between research and commercialization
  • SD Natural Gas Fund: supports the development and demonstration of new downstream natural gas technology. It was created with a $15M contribution over 3 years from the Canadian Gas Association (CGA) that is matched through their SD Tech Fund.
  • NextGen Biofuels Fund: aims to de-risk clean technologies and prepare them for downstream financing.


Funding Dispersed:

  • To date, SDTC has allocated a total of $684M to 269 projects.
  • That amount has been leveraged with an additional $1.8B in funding from other project partners for a total project value of $2.5B.

Who's Eligible?

Eligible applicants include those with expertise in sustainable development technology.


For-profit corporations, partnerships, and not-for-profits are eligible to apply. Visit the website to learn more.

How to Apply?

  • SDTC's funding process involves two distinct application phases and four key decision gates. The first step is to submit a Statement of Interest (SOI).
  • The application process is available online.

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