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At the forefront of clean energy research and innovation, the Centre for Urban Energy (CUE) at Toronto Metropolitan University proudly celebrates its progress in 2024. With over a decade of expertise, CUE continues to bridge the gap between research and industry solutions, enabling the shift to a sustainable energy future.
Since its inception in 2010, CUE has successfully secured $37 million in funding for 90 research projects. Highlights of this year include the new, collaborative Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF) project with Concordia University, our ongoing research projects with Toronto Hydro, Hydro One, Tata Power-Delhi Distribution Limited (DDL), and Toronto Community Housing (TCHC), our support for emerging startups through the Clean Energy Zone and Power Up Program, and the continued growth of our international network.
The 2024 annual report celebrates another year of forward-thinking research, impactful partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to advancing sustainable energy solutions for a clean, more resilient future.
Mohamed Lachemi
President and Vice-Chancellor
We’re proud to continue working with CUE as we explore innovative ways to manage the energy transition. CUE’s research addresses complex problems with practical solutions that are needed to meet Toronto’s future electricity needs.
Acknowledgements
Founding sponsors
2024 partners and sponsors
Celestica
CFREF
City of Toronto
Enwave
Halton Hills Hydro
Hydro One
Mitacs
NSERC
Peak Power
Tata Power
TCHC
Toronto Hydro
2024 advisory board
Thomas Duever
Dean, Faculty of Engineering and Architectural Science, Toronto Metropolitan University (Chair)
Shitiz Agarwal
Vice-President, Power Systems, Sales and Operations, Schneider Electric
Tom Chapman
Principal, The Brattle Group
Martin Huang
Vice-President, System Operations, Hydro One
Steven N. Liss
Vice-President, Research and Innovation, Toronto Metropolitan University
Elias Lyberogiannis
Executive Vice-President, Planning and Chief Engineering and Modernization Officer, Toronto Hydro
Neetika Sathe
Vice-President, Green Energy and Technology (GRE&T), Alectra
Katherine Sparkes
Vice-President, Grid Solutions, Enwave
Thomas Timmins
Leader, Energy Sector Group, Gowling WLG
Bala Venkatesh
Academic Director, Centre for Urban Energy
Participating in projects aimed at developing a more sustainable future and engaging with outstanding researchers and students has been an enriching professional experience. The collaborative atmosphere encouraged cross-cultural exchange, and the available infrastructure made it easy for me to conduct my research using the latest tools and technologies. Additionally, the faculty and staff have always been very supportive.