Cleantech & Ecotech Start Up Investment Research Project

The main goal for the project is research and content that addresses the state of start-up investment in Canada, with a specific focus on eco-tech and cleantech. This is to establish the impact of a robust cleantech and ecotech ecosystem on the Canadian economy and our decarbonization goals. This will involve several different steps for the students, including: Conducting research on the state of cleantech and ecotech entrepreneurship in Canada. Conducting research on the current state of start-up investment in Canada, with a specific focus on eco-tech and cleantech. Analyzing the progression and/or regression that has occurred in the Canadian cleantech and eco-tech landscape. Identifying the unique challenges facing Canadian founders/entrepreneurs in the cleantech and eco-tech space. Developing a prognosis or vision for the future cleantech/ecotech landscape. Exploring the impact of ecosystems for driving success in the cleantech and eco-tech space, including examples of successful ecosystems elsewhere. Creating a relevant database of the research for storytelling and narrative support. Creating written content to support a keynote and podcast series.