Hydron Energy: From field testing to nine-figure commercialization

Soheil Khiavi has made a remarkable career out of innovating in the carbon capture and clean energy sector. Now, as President and CEO of Hydron Energy, the serial entrepreneur and his growing team are relishing a unique opportunity to take the five-year-old company’s flagship invention from field testing to the

Understanding biocarbon and its climate impact

Where potential meets opportunity It’s no secret that BC has a slash pile problem. Each year, millions of tonnes of low-quality forest residues are burned, releasing carbon and creating risks. But what if these and other residuals could unlock climate solutions and near-term, high-value economic opportunities?  This is where biocarbon

NorthX Appoints Susan Koch as Chair of the Board of Directors

NorthX is pleased to announce the appointment of Susan Koch as Chair of the Board of Directors. Susan has served on NorthX’s board since 2024, most recently leading the Audit Committee, and brings extensive experience in scaling venture-backed companies to her new role.  A seasoned cleantech executive, Susan has held

The BETAKIT Guide: Wildfire 

Fighting fire with technology  We believe climate resilience begins with bold ideas—but real impact comes from turning those ideas into tangible solutions. Bridging the gap from concept to deployment and scale takes more than innovation; it demands investment, expertise, and a strong, supportive community.   That’s why we are proud

Sarah Goodman named a BCBusiness 2025 Woman of the Year

Annually, the BCBusiness Women of the Year (WOTY) Awards recognize trailblazing women for their accomplishments—from business leaders, entrepreneurs, innovators, community champions, game changers, diversity and including champions, and rising stars.  NorthX is thrilled to announce that President & CEO Sarah Goodman has been named a winner in the Community Builders

Letter from the CEO

Starting today, we are NorthX Climate Tech When the BC Centre for Innovation and Clean Energy launched in 2021, our purpose was clear: fast-track clean‑energy breakthroughs to drive decarbonization, at home and abroad. We focused on four areas: batteries and energy storage, low carbon hydrogen, low carbon fuels, and carbon

NorthX invests $2.46 million in five women-led climate tech ventures

Funding accelerates breakthrough solutions driving decarbonization and inclusive economic growth  Vancouver, BC, April 25, 2025 – The BC Centre for Innovation and Clean Energy (NorthX) is investing $2.46 million in five women-led climate tech ventures through its inaugural Women in Climate Tech Call for Innovation. This funding will support high-impact climate hard tech solutions

The B.C. Centre for Innovation and Clean Energy (CICE) is now NorthX