UCeed Energy Fund

The UCeed Energy Fund is possible with a founding gift from business leader, Don Archibald, and support from the Tamaratt Fund at Calgary Foundation and UCalgary's Global Research Initiative.
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Overview of the UCeed Energy Fund program:

The UCeed Energy Fund is an early-stage investment fund managed by the University of Calgary, specifically designed to support innovative startups in the energy sector. This fund is part of the broader UCeed suite of funds, which aims to accelerate the commercialization of research, foster innovation, and support the growth of startup companies that have the potential to make a significant impact in their respective industries.

Benefits of the UCeed Energy Fund program:
  • Focus on Energy Innovation: The UCeed Energy Fund targets startups that are developing groundbreaking technologies and solutions within the energy sector. This includes areas such as clean energy, energy efficiency, renewable energy technologies, carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS), and other innovations that contribute to the sustainable transformation of the energy industry.
  • Early-Stage Funding: The fund provides early-stage capital to startups, helping them move from the research and development phase to commercialization. This financial support is critical for startups that need to scale their operations, refine their products or services, and bring their innovations to market.
  • University of Calgary Affiliation: While the fund is open to startups across the energy sector, there is a particular emphasis on supporting ventures that are connected to the University of Calgary, whether through research, intellectual property, or collaboration with university faculty and students.
  • Expertise and Mentorship: In addition to financial investment, startups receiving funding from the UCeed Energy Fund gain access to a network of industry experts, mentors, and resources provided by the University of Calgary and its partners. This support helps startups navigate the challenges of growing a business in the complex and highly regulated energy sector.
  • Impact on the Energy Transition: The UCeed Energy Fund is particularly interested in startups that have the potential to contribute to the global energy transition. This includes innovations that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve energy efficiency, or provide sustainable alternatives to traditional energy sources.
Eligibility criteria of the UCeed Energy Fund program:
  • Energy Sector Focus: Eligible startups must be working on innovative solutions within the energy sector. This can include technologies related to clean energy, renewable resources, energy storage, carbon management, and other areas that align with the funds objectives.
  • Early-Stage Companies: The fund is geared towards early-stage startups that have a viable product or technology but require additional funding to scale and reach commercialization. Companies should have a clear business plan and a strategy for growth.
  • Connection to the University of Calgary (Preferred but Not Required): Startups with connections to the University of Calgary, such as those founded by alumni, faculty, or students, or those collaborating with university research initiatives, are strongly encouraged to apply. However, the fund is also open to other promising energy startups.
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