Building the Future of Energy Storage in Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia, Canada offers a powerful mix of top-tier post-secondary institutions, global companies, and a vibrant startup community, creating a well-connected deep tech and energy innovation cluster. The province is building some of the world’s most advanced energy storage technologies, from lithium-ion optimization to smart thermal systems, supported by niche expertise and a strong data science foundation.

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Chosen by Global Innovators. Built for What’s Next.

With a long history of turning analytics research into real-world applications, Nova Scotia continues to innovate at the intersection of energy, data, and advanced technologies. This is why leading global firms like IBM and EY have chosen the province for major innovation and analytics centres.

Why Nova Scotia?

Turning Research into Real-World Energy Solutions

Nova Scotia is powering the future of energy storage. With world-class universities, global companies, and a vibrant startup ecosystem, the province is advancing cutting-edge technologies—from lithium-ion optimization to smart thermal storage systems. Backed by deep expertise in data analytics and a collaborative innovation network, Nova Scotia turns research into real-world solutions that scale globally. It’s no wonder leaders like IBM and EY have chosen the province for major innovation centres, cementing Nova Scotia as a hub for energy storage innovation and technology leadership.

Energy Storage R&D Strengths in Nova Scotia

Energy Storage R&D Strengths

Nova Scotia is a hub for innovation in energy efficiency, smart systems, and materials science, forming a leading energy storage cluster. Researchers work on next-generation lithium and metal-ion battery materials, thermal and phase-change devices, and cutting-edge photovoltaic materials, including flexible perovskite. Expertise in battery testing covers Li/Zn/Na/Mg/Al-ion chemistries, performance assessment, and prototyping across multiple formats, supported by both industry and academic partners. Combined with expertise in data analytics, AI, software, and system integration, the province excels at designing, modeling, and testing cutting-edge energy storage solutions that optimize performance and drive global impact.

NOVONIX: Turning Local Innovation into Global Impact

NOVONIX: Local Innovation into Global Impact

NOVONIX Battery Technology Solutions, spun out of Dr. Jeff Dahn’s lab at Dalhousie University, is a global leader in high-performance materials, equipment, and services for the lithium-ion battery industry. Based in Nova Scotia, NOVONIX combines academic innovation with a supportive local business ecosystem to advance a cleaner future. Its ultra-high precision coulometry (UHPC) systems deliver industry-leading accuracy, enabling faster, more reliable testing of lithium-ion cell performance over their lifetime.

Incentives, Programs and Services

Nova Scotia Capital Investment Tax Credit

Government of Nova Scotia

The Capital Investment Tax Credit (CITC) is a refundable corporate tax credit that can be claimed for capital costs directly related to acquiring qualified property for use in Nova Scotia...

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Natural Cooling

A Climate Advantage

A cool, temperate climate keeps operating costs low and efficiency high — naturally optimizing PUE and reducing environmental impact.

Nova Scotia offers ideal temperatures to operate a data centre and avoid several natural disaster risks. Tornados and earthquakes are very rare in Nova Scotia. The province consistently shows low values of ground motion compared to places like British Columbia or Quebec.

Stable and Trusted

As part of Canada’s globally respected regulatory environment, Nova Scotia offers data sovereignty outside the U.S. — a critical advantage for firms handling sensitive or regulated data. Compliance with international standards like GDPR ensures confidence and trust.

Deep Tech and Talent

A National Asset

Nova Scotia is a powerhouse of innovation, where top-tier post-secondary education, global industry leaders, and a dynamic startup ecosystem come together to create a thriving, interconnected global hub.

The province’s strong security ecosystem — anchored by military expertise, the Canadian Maritime Security Network, and 10 universities — fuels a growing talent pipeline in IT, engineering, and cybersecurity.

In Nova Scotia, cutting-edge technologies are being developed that are shaping the future. Our rapidly expanding cluster is fueled by specialized expertise and driven by a talented workforce at the forefront of deep tech. From groundbreaking research to next-generation solutions, Nova Scotia is building the future—one game-changing innovation at a time.

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