PTAC Innovation Hub

Methane & GHG Emissions Reduction

PTAC advances proven emissions-reducing technologies from pilot to commercial deployment. Through collaboration and deep industry ties, PTAC supports the scale-up of field-tested solutions that reduce costs, manage risk, and deliver regulatory and carbon value for oil and gas producers.

Current efforts focus on advancing TRL 6+ technologies, including methane slip mitigation, pneumatic electrification, steam + CO₂ co-injection, and AI-enabled emissions monitoring, for operational use across oilfield sites.

From innovation to deployment, PTAC helps enable meaningful methane and GHG emissions reductions through industry‑led collaboration.

Supporting SMEs

PTAC helps small and medium-sized enterprises align innovation with industry needs. By supporting field testing, funding access, and deployment readiness, PTAC helps move cleantech solutions from concept to commercial scale.

Enabling Market Ready Solutions

Through partnerships such as the National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program (NRC IRAP), PTAC supports SMEs with product market fit, project development, and deployment planning. To date, nearly 300 engagements have resulted in 71 projects and $165 million in total investment.

Three Phased Support

Product–Market Fit

Market needs and competitive positioning

Project Development

Demonstration projects and funding support

Deployment & Export

Market entry, growth, and investment connections

Digital Transformation

Digital innovation is
no longer optional
—it’s essential

PTAC supports digital solutions including AI, realtime monitoring, and emissions intelligence that improve compliance, visibility, and operational efficiency. Its 2024–25 activities helped scale digital initiatives delivering measurable benefits across the oil and gas sector.

Studies, Research & Technology Development

“PTAC continues to support collaborative action within the Canadian energy landscape and CarbonAi is pleased to contribute to PTAC’s export of knowledge and smart practices to the international energy community."

Kelly Parker
CarbonAI

CarbonAi

CarbonAi delivers a digital MRV platform verifying carbon credits across 12,500+ methane sources. With PTAC and NRCIRAP support, the company accelerated development, expanded globally, and strengthened its market position in 2024–25.

Qube Technologies

Qube provides solar powered, real-time methane monitoring using IoT sensors. With over 6,000 sensors deployed, Qube became the first U.S. EPA-approved continuous monitoring technology in 2025. PTAC and NRCIRAP support accelerated deployment and international growth.

"PTAC’s field demonstrations and showcase opportunities fostered Qube’s continuous monitoring technology to scale globally and enter new markets."

Alex MacGregor
Qube Technologies

“PTAC has played a valuable role in connecting Kuva with key stakeholders and platforms that have helped us enhance market access and visibility for our advanced commercialized emissions monitoring technology.”

Monica Sippola
Kuva, Sensirion Connected Solutions

Kuva Systems

Kuva delivers camera-to-cloud methane and VOC monitoring technology deployed across hundreds of sites. With PTAC and NRCIRAP support, Kuva expanded globally and was acquired by Sensirion Connected Solutions in 2025.

Highwood Emissions Management

Highwood’s Emissions Intelligence Platform supports measurementinformed methane inventories and regulatory compliance. With PTAC support, the company validated its platform and scaled internationally.

“PTAC's support accelerated our ability to validate our work with real users, scale deployment, and position Canadian innovation at the forefront of global methane management.”