Development of Extraction and Carbonation Technology for Ultramafic Rocks

Strategic Area

Carbon Capture, Use and Storage

Status

Active

Partners

Crucible Resources Ltd.
Granite Creek Copper Ltd.

Fund

Energy Innovation Program

Year

2024

EIP Contribution

$2,279,463

Project Total

$3,071,090

Location

BC

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Kemetco Research Inc.

Lead Proponent

Kemetco Research Inc.

Project Objectives

The objective of this project is to establish an enabling technology for large-scale carbon sequestration while creating new reserves of critical minerals.

Expected Results

This project aims to:

  1. Remove the smelting process in the nickel mining industry, addressing a major environmental challenge.
  2. Strengthen Canada’s cleantech and CCUS sector, boosting global competitiveness in mineralization technologies.
  3. Generate new IP and disseminate results to inspire nationwide research and innovation.
  4. Drive industry adoption and deliver significant economic benefits to Canada.
  5. Advance potential technology commercialization.