The Government of Canada has announced a $15 million investment in clean fuels projects across Canada, including $10 million for initiatives in the Niagara region. Spearheaded by Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Jonathan Wilkinson, the funding supports six projects aimed at reducing pollution and positioning Canada as a leader in low-emission fuels.

Among the recipients is StormFisher Hydrogen, receiving $4.6 million to study a renewable natural gas (RNG) production facility in Thorold. If successful, the project could create over 100 construction jobs and 30 full-time positions, while decarbonizing 16,000 homes and businesses annually.

CHAR Technologies will receive over $5 million to expand its woody-biomass-to-renewable-energy facility from Thorold to other parts of Canada, aiming to decarbonize industries like steel and mining.

Azure Sustainable Fuels Corp. will receive $5 million to study the construction of a sustainable aviation fuels (SAF) facility in Port Colborne, expected to create 1,500 construction jobs and 150 full-time positions.

These investments align with Canada's Clean Fuel Fund, aimed at growing clean fuels production, and underscore the government's commitment to economic growth, job creation, and environmental sustainability.

For the full release by the Government of Canada, please click here.