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Title:

Development and Demonstration of Conformable CNG Storage Technology

Agreement Number:

GC-129180S

Agreement Value:

$300,000.00

Agreement Date:

Feb 8, 2019 - Jun 30, 2021

Description:

The purpose of this agreement is to design, verify and test new conformable compressed natural gas (CNG) tank technology to replace current bulky cylinders, identifying advantages and risks associated with the technology

Organization:

Natural Resources Canada

Expected Results:

The expected result is an increased investment in fuel reduction equipment and improved operational efficiency of the freight transportation industry.

Location:

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, CA V6P 6G2

Reference Number:

115-2020-2021-Q1-09178

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Type:

For-profit organization

Additional Information:

Amendment: Duration of agreement / Award previously disclosed for the 4th Quarter of 2018-2019. Grant or contribution awarded and spanning more than one fiscal year.

Amendment Date

Apr 6, 2020

Recipient's Legal Name:

WESTPORT POWER INC

Program:

Transportation and Alternative Fuels

Program Purpose:

To support the awareness, availability and use of lower carbon transportation options, such as energy efficient technologies and practices and lower carbon vehicles and fuels, in Canada. It uses transfer payments to support (1) the deployment of electric or alternative fuel infrastructure, (2) engagement and capacity building amongst key target audiences, (3) development of codes and standards related to the use of alternative fuels in transportation, and (4) advancing the awareness, availability or use of lower carbon transportation options.

Amendments:

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