Sustainable Development Technology Canada

Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC; French: Technologies du développement durable Canada) is an arm's-length foundation created by the Government of Canada to fund new clean technologies.

Sustainable Development Technology Canada
Technologies du développement durable du Canada
Agency overview
Formed2001
JurisdictionGovernment of Canada
HeadquartersOttawa, Ontario
Agency executive
  • Leah Lawrence, president and CEO
Websitewww.sdtc.ca

History

In 2001, the Government of Canada created Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC) as an arm's-length foundation[1] to “demonstrate new technologies to promote sustainable development, including technologies to address issues related to climate change and the quality of air, water and soil.”[2] These clean technologies, such as fuel cells and biofuels, are developed through public-private partnerships with SDTC acting as a funder.[3]

Investments

SDTC has invested in about 300 projects throughout Canada.[4] On average 33% (up to 40%) of projects costs can be covered the program.

Governance

Leah Lawrence is the president and CEO of Sustainable Development Technology Canada.[5] SDTC is overseen by a Board of Directors, with Annette Verschuren as the chair.[6]

References
  1. "Canada falling behind U.S. in clean-energy efforts: experts". Nationalpost.com. December 26, 2009. Retrieved November 12, 2011.
  2. "Canada Foundation for Sustainable Development Technology Act". Laws-lois.justice.gc.ca. Retrieved November 12, 2011.
  3. "We must take lead on clean energy front". Pqasb.pqarchiver.com. Retrieved November 12, 2011.
  4. "About Us - Sustainable Development Technology Canada". Sdtc.ca. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
  5. "People & Partnerships - Sustainable Development Technology Canada". Sdtc.ca. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
  6. "Board & Committees - Sustainable Development Technology Canada". Sdtc.ca. Retrieved December 31, 2015.
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