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Gas and fuel

Advancing energy and fuel innovation

Gas and fuel play a critical role in Canada’s energy transition, supporting reliability while enabling lower-emission pathways. This includes the evolution of oil and gas, alongside hydrogen and other low-carbon fuel technologies.

Transitioning energy production

 Improving existing energy production is essential during periods of change. This includes increasing efficiency, lowering emissions and strengthening performance across natural gas systems and integrated energy approaches that respond to evolving environmental and regulatory requirements.

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Hydrogen and low-carbon fuels

Hydrogen is an important part of Canada’s future energy mix. This examines production, storage and application across a range of uses, supporting the development of low-carbon alternatives.

This includes new fuel pathways that contribute to a more flexible, resilient and sustainable energy supply.
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Real-world applications

Projects address practical challenges and real conditions. This includes improving performance, contributing to infrastructure development and advancing technologies that can be deployed across the sector.
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Preparing talent for a changing energy landscape

Students and professionals gain the knowledge and experience needed to contribute to evolving energy roles. Work-integrated learning opportunities connect learners with industry and build practical, job-ready skills.

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