Concordia’s Volt-Age drives transformative electrification research with new Impact funding
Concordia’s Volt-Age research program is taking a bold leap forward with the launch of its Impact funding initiatives. Building on an initial round of seed funding, this new investment of over $40 million will support 11 selected Impact Projects and 3 Living Lab Projects, designed to tackle urgent challenges in electrification, sustainability, and energy transition.
The projects and labs were chosen following a call for proposals made at the beginning of this year. The awarded research will focus on real-world applications that drive innovation and create shared wealth through sustainable energy solutions.
The Impact funding will support projects addressing a broad spectrum of challenges, from advancing battery storage technology, to improving building envelopes using modular panels. These projects will also look at social aspects of building a cleaner future, such as how to integrate Indigenous knowledges into sustainable energy systems, empowering local, community-led and equitable energy transitions and understanding what contributions immigrant populations can make to transforming Quebec’s energy systems.
‘We’re investing in the breakthroughs that will shape Canada’s energy future’
Tim Evans, Concordia’s Vice-President, Research, Innovation and Impact, says this funding round marks a turning point for Volt-Age.
“This is where Volt-Age moves from intention to implementation. These projects will lead to innovative solutions for electrification and sustainability. By supporting these initiatives, we’re investing in the bright minds and breakthroughs that will shape our energy futures and enhance Canada’s global competitiveness in clean tech markets.”
The projects funded through this initiative will also shape the research opportunities available for Volt-Age’s PhD and master’s students, ensuring that the next generation of researchers and innovators play an active role in driving impactful change.
Industry and community partners will play a key role in the success of the Impact Projects and Living Labs, as well. From pilot projects in urban infrastructure to integrating electrification into transportation networks, these initiatives will demonstrate how research-driven innovation can lead to widespread economic and social benefits.
These collaborations will also provide a testing ground for new technologies, ensuring that research translates into practical, scalable solutions.
Read the full list of funded projects and their research focus on the Impact Round 2025 page.
