Powering Up the Future
The world is hungry for energy. More and more of it, all the time. But finding ways to produce and distribute energy sustainably is a challenge. With the generosity of donors, the University of Alberta will accelerate its work to find solutions.
This means improving existing energy production methods, discovering and implementing cleaner new technology and understanding how the world will best adopt, and adapt to, our new energy future.
The U of A has a history, and a depth and breadth of energy research expertise, that is among the best in the world. This has been acknowledged often and regularly - most recently with the creation of Future Energy Systems, the university's $75 million, seven-year, cross-campus research initiative federally funded by the Canada First Research Excellence Fund. The university has further stepped up to the challenge, naming Energy Systems as one an official signature areas of research and teaching.
Together, we will ensure Alberta and Canada remain at the forefront of energy innovation.
In addition, the university sits in a prime geographic location for energy production, with oilsands, sunshine, rivers and forests all available to help feed the world's insatiable energy appetite.
Your investment will leverage additional funding from government and other institutions and organizations, and contribute to tackling this complex, multi-generational, global challenge for the betterment of society.
Together, we will ensure Alberta and Canada remain at the forefront of energy innovation.
Energy Research Stories
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When you hit the switch, the lights have to come on. Read about the challenge of powering the next generation
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Decontaminate water with chicken feathersThe properties of this poultry byproduct are handy for purifying water used in industrial processes
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Grad students are adapting centuries-old engine designs to capitalize on abundant geothermal energy
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New ways to generate and store powerOur myriad devices, vehicles and appliances require more energy all the time. These research breakthroughs are poised to lessen the rate at which we burn energy, improving how we generate and store power.
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This bacteria eats gas for breakfastMethane-eating bacteria already exist, so why not put them to work for us?
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Reworking the flywheel for better energy storageCould an old technology answer some modern problems?
