Deadline: 21 March 2025
econext invites Canadian innovators to present technology solutions aimed at reducing maintenance costs and improving operational performance of remote clean energy infrastructure, including wind turbines, transmission lines, and hydroelectric generation facilities.
Challenge Statement
- Lowering monitoring and maintenance costs for clean energy infrastructure is critical to operational efficiency and/or reducing costs for end users.
- econext is looking for Canadian innovators to propose solutions that reduce these costs while improving performance and reliability of clean energy infrastructure across remote regions of Newfoundland and Labrador (NL).
- A successful solution will:
- Utilize innovative technologies to reduce monitoring and maintenance costs of clean energy infrastructures.
- Function effectively within NL’s climate, environment, and clean energy industries.
- Provide a remote, autonomous, and/or digital solution.
- Reduce GHG emissions and/or minimize environmental impacts.
- Improve the operational performance and reliability of clean energy assets.
- Operate in harsh weather conditions, including strong winds and freezing temperatures. Minimize the need for in-person technician inspections through remote diagnostics.
Funding Information
- The winner will receive:
- $50,000 CAD cash prize to help advance the technology.
Eligibility Criteria
- Key eligibility criteria include:
- Technology Readiness Level (TRL 5-8)
- Applicants must be a Canadian company
Evaluation Criteria
- Key evaluation criteria include:
- Feasibility
- Scalability
- Applicability to NL industry and environment
- Reduction in operating costs
- Environmental footprint reduction (emissions, and/or habitats)
For more information, visit Foresight Canada.
