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About CETC
The CANMET Energy Technology Centre (CETC) is one of Canada's premier organizations in the field of energy, science and technology. As a key research arm of Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) and as part of NRCan's Energy Sector, CETC works with private and other public sector partners to develop and deploy leading-edge energy products and processes for virtually all sectors of the Canadian economy. CETC has world-class laboratory facilities and employs some 180 people (see organization chart).
CETC's Ottawa location develops a wide range of environmental energy technologies, including:
- renewable energy, including solar, wind, small hydro and bioenergy;
- energy-efficient technologies for industry, communities and buildings;
- alternative transportation fuels, including natural gas, propane, ethanol, methanol, hydrogen and electric and hybrid vehicles;
- district heating and cooling and integrated energy systems;
- advanced low-emission combustion technologies;
- processing and environmental catalysis for fuels production and hydrocarbon conversion; and
- energy-efficient metallurgical fuel products and technologies.
CETC offers to its clients and partners flexible business arrangements, including fee-for-service, cost-sharing and under certain circumstances, financial assistance. As a governmental organization, CETC's objectives are to secure environmental, economic and social benefits while fostering the wise use of conventional energy and the increased use of renewable energy and alternative fuels. As a contractor to its clients and partners, CETC's goal is to help them meet their own business objectives.
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