Strategic Area
Mining - Technology and Innovation
Status
Active
Fund
Energy Innovation Program
Year
2025
Agreement Value
$2,500,000
Project Total
$7,444,818
Location
BC
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Lead Proponent
MacLean Engineering & Marketing Co. Limited
Project Objectives
The objective of this project is to demonstrate battery performance and energy consumption of the Maclean Engineering GR8 EV Surface Grader and validate total carbon emission footprint, operator interface, vehicle functionality, and typical application in an appropriate operational environment.
Expected Results
This project aims to:
- Support Canada's commitment of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.
- Develop an innovative solution to enable the decarbonization of the mining industry, with potential applications to the construction industry.
- Enhance the global profile of Canadian technology suppliers in the mining and construction sectors.
- Reduce GHG footprint in Canada’s mining industry.