Exclusive Smart Energy | Halifax Site Tours – April 14, 2025 - separate registration required.
Smart Energy | Halifax is offering a unique, behind-the-scenes opportunity for a select group of delegates to explore Nova Scotia’s energy innovation ecosystem. These exclusive site tours will take you inside cutting-edge innovation hubs, research laboratories, and start-ups that are shaping the future of clean energy and sustainability.
Join us to connect with industry pioneers, researchers, and entrepreneurs who are driving real change in Nova Scotia’s energy landscape. Witness groundbreaking technologies in action, learn about the latest advancements in renewables, electrification, hydrogen, and energy storage, and gain valuable insights into how the province is leading the transition to a net-zero future.
Spots are limited, so secure your place early to be part of this unparalleled learning and networking experience.
Preliminary Agenda - April 14
11:00 am - delegates meet at Halifax Convention Centre
11:30 am - bus departs to NSCC
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm - tour NSCC
2:00 pm - depart for Dalhousie University
3:15 pm - depart for Nova Scotia Power
4:15 pm - bus returns to Halifax Convention Centre
Please note: lunch is NOT provided.
Discover Innovation and Sustainability at NSCC Ivany Campus and Invest NS Bays
Join us for an exclusive tour tailored for Smart Energy Conference Delegates at the Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) Ivany Campus and the Invest NS Bays.
Nestled along the Dartmouth waterfront, the Ivany Campus offers breathtaking views of the Halifax city skyline. With its modern design, open spaces, and emphasis on sustainable building practices, the campus is a beacon of innovation and research. It houses the Centre for the Built Environment, various learning and research labs, and the Design and Innovation Centre, where entrepreneurs collaborate with researchers, engineers, and students to create tailored prototypes and automated processes.
Tour Highlights:
Applied Energy Research (AER) Lab:
Led by Dr. Wayne Groszko, the AER Lab focuses on solving energy issues, strengthening communities, and supporting the transition to a sustainable, low-carbon future.
The team specializes in solar energy technologies, monitoring devices, and microgrids, working with local industry and community partners to reduce greenhouse gases.
Through grant-based research, the lab analyzes energy hardware, software, and data analytics to develop new energy products and services.
Engineered Technologies Applied Research Lab:
Under the leadership of Dr. Etienne Mfoumou, this lab offers cross-disciplinary design solutions that integrate engineering, biology, and innovative devices.
The lab's inclusive-design approach helps small and medium-sized enterprises in Nova Scotia advance their products and services.
Design and Innovation Centre:
A prototyping hub for research and development, where industry and entrepreneurs collaborate with researchers, engineers, and students.
Utilizing advanced design software, reverse engineering, and 3D printing technologies, including a metal 3D printer, the centre produces tailored prototypes and automated processes.
Invest NS Bays:
· Minutes from Ivany Campus, The Bays is a hub for some of the province’s top technology entrepreneurs, featuring world-class facilities.
· Delegates will tour NSCC's Bay, which includes the Clean Marine Propulsion Lab and a Makerspace for students.
· The Bays also hosts Applied Energy research partners Zen Energy and Rayleigh Solar Tech, showcasing cutting-edge advancements in sustainable energy.
Don't miss this opportunity to witness research and sustainable practices in action. Join us at the NSCC Ivany Campus and Invest NS Bays to be inspired by the innovative work shaping a better, more sustainable future.
BlueGrid Insights:
explore how BlueGrid Insights transforms marine data into actionable intelligence. See firsthand how our technology monitors vessel operations, fuel consumption, and CO₂ emissions, aiding electrification planning.
BlueGrid Operations
At Dalhousie RESL, discover how BlueGrid Operations enables vessel-to-grid technology, turning electric propulsion systems into scalable energy assets for a resilient grid.