Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Development of compact, modular, cost effective Gen-3 portable solar-powered Seacan
Agreement Number:
947623
Agreement Value:
$54,350.00
Agreement Date:
Apr 1, 2020 - Mar 31, 2021
Description:
The Solar Seacan Solution Gen 3 is an off-grid solar plus battery unit with back-up generator developed to serve construction, oil and mining sites,and any remote locations in need of reliable energy.Most available mobile solar units on the market today don’t have the capacity and flexibility to support high power demands.The project team built a pilot project with a unique foldable racking design, that is designed for fast charging.The unit is aboe to reduce fuel consumption by up to 90%, reduce CO2 emissions by 85% and provide continuous reliable energy 24/7 to motors, tool sheds, trailers and heaters.Fully automated for reducing maintenance hours, compared to traditional generators.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:
The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or improved products, services or processes in Canada up to their commercialization
Location:
Edmonton, Alberta, CA T5M 1V9
Reference Number:
172-2020-2021-Q1-947623
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
819979477
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Legal Name:
Great Canadian Solar Ltd.
Federal Riding Name:
Edmonton Centre
Federal Riding Number:
48014
Program:
Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Firms
Program Purpose:
The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or improved products, services or processes in Canada up to their commercialization
Coverage:
IRAP Contributions to Firms projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation.
NAICS Code:
335990