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630 Ched Radio Interview with Amit Kumar on Alberta Hydrogen Investment of $57 Million

The Government of Alberta, in collaboration with Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA) and Alberta Innovates, is investing $57 million in technology and innovation to support 28 projects that will promote a hydrogen economy, cut emissions, and generate jobs across Alberta. These projects span a wide range of activities, including hydrogen production,

CTV News at the Hydrogen Convention with Amit Kumar

The Canadian Hydrogen Convention, held in Edmonton, drew over 8,000 attendees, underscoring Alberta's lead in hydrogen technology development. The event ran from April 23 to 25, 2024, at the Edmonton Convention Centre. Dr. Amit Kumar, Canada Research Chair at the University of Alberta, discussed hydrogen's potential as a sustainable energy

Energy Solutions at the U of A – Hydrogen

Alberta is well-positioned to become a global leader in hydrogen production, leveraging decades of expertise and infrastructure developed for the oil and gas industry. Dr. Amit Kumar, a key advisor in developing Alberta's Hydrogen Roadmap, highlights the province's robust capabilities in producing hydrogen. Read more about Prof. Amit Kumar research

Verna’s Vlog with Amit Kumar, world-leading climate scientist and mechanical engineering professor

Learn more about the U of A’s work to seek net-zero energy solutions and how we nurture next-generation scientists.

U of A expertise on climate solutions

The University of Alberta’s expertise on energy and environmental solutions will be at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai, UAE, as leaders from around the world seek solutions to climate-related challenges. Our research group's recent study on hydrogen blending with natural gas has been featured in a

New Canada Research Chair

Read the full article by clicking here, written by Gillian Rutherford. Excerpt Amit Kumar, professor of mechanical engineering in the Faculty of Engineering and deputy director of the U of A’s Future Energy Systems, is now Tier 1 Canada Research Chair in Assessment of Energy Systems. “The goal of my research is to

Pitched First Nations hydrogen pipeline has potential for Alberta, but details still thin: experts

Dr. Amit Kumar provided comment on a pitched hydrogen pipeline: A coalition of Treaty 5 First Nations plans to create the Wáwátéwák Corridor, which would include a hydrogen pipeline, a power transmission line, a fibre-optic network and an all-weather road between Alberta and Manitoba. The project could provide renewable energy,

Leading With Purpose in Energy and Climate Change Research

Germany-Canada green hydrogen partership

A partnership to be signed between a Newfoundland company and Germany for Canada to export green hydrogen produced from wind energy. Read more from CBC News, Global News, and CTV News.

Dr. Amit Kumar among fifty-four new Fellows elected into the Canadian Academy of Engineering

The Academy recognizes professionals that have made remarkable contributions to engineering in Canada and abroad. Read about the 2022 Canadian Academy of Engineering fellows by clicking here.

Interview with Taproot

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Interviews with the St. Albert Gazette

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Alberta’s Hydrogen Future, Canadian Broadcasting Corporations (CBC), TV Interview with Nancy Carlson

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Kenney announces $50M for research centre at Canadian Hydrogen Convention in Edmonton

Read the Edmonton Journal article about Premier Jason Kenny announcing a $50 million investment into developing a Clean Hydrogen Centre of Excellence. Click here to read the article.

Hydrogen could be the next big thing in Alberta energy

The province has the resources, infrastructure and workforce to produce the cleaner energy source for local and global markets, says U of A expert who advised the government on its hydrogen plan. Read more.

Electric and hydrogen vehicles will offer a green bargain for Alberta’s transportation sector

Study looking at entire emissions picture suggests low-carbon fuel vehicles will offer increasing environmental advantages over the next 30 years. Read more.

Kenney announces $50M for research centre at Canadian Hydrogen Convention in Edmonton

Read highlights of a speech made by Jason Kenney and comments by Dr. Kumar on the recently announced hydrogen research centre. Read more.

University of Alberta Research Group Contributes to Alberta’s Hydrogen Roadmap

Dr. Kumar and his team (Ayodeji Okunlola, Matthew Davis, Temitayo Giwa, Giovanni Di Lullo, Eskinder Gemechu, Karina Anaya, Abayomi Olufemi Oni, Minza Haider, and Tanveer Hassan Mehedi) provided the research to support Alberta's Hydrogen Roadmap. Read about how Alberta's plans to develop a world-class hydrogen economy by clicking here. The

Innovator Spotlight: Amit Kumar

Professor Amit Kumar's big research ideas making a big difference highlighted in University "Innovator Spotlight." Amit Kumar models how different energy technologies will impact society and the environment. May 27, 2021 By Kate Black When industries and governments want to predict the impact of new energy technologies, Amit Kumar is

Recent ranking of world’s top climate scientists.

Professor Amit Kumar is recognized by Reuters in the list of the world’s top climate scientists! Reuters recently published "The Reuters Hot List" where they rank the top climate scientists, globally, according to how influential their research is. Read how our research has contributed to his rise as one of

Read recent Financial Post article on Canada’s steel industry.

Canada's steel production carbon footprint is among the lowest in the world: click to read more in this Financial Post article. Learn more about energy and GHG emissions in Canada's iron and steel production sector: click to link to our published paper in the Springer journal Energy Efficiency on the

Recent study finds Oilsands can reduce both cost and greenhouse gases

Upgrading Oilsands Technology Would Boost Profit and Cut Greenhouse Gases, Study Finds Investing in new energy-efficient greenhouse gas mitigation strategies could net oilsands producers significant savings, according to a model developed by a U of A research group. Read the full story on page 6 of the Autumn 2020 issue

Improving energy efficiency, reducing emissions would save money for oilsands producers: study

By Catherine Tays on July 29, 2020. Cited article: A.K. Katta, M. Davis, V. Subramanyam, A.F. Dar, M.A.H. Mondal, M. Ahiduzzaman, et al. Assessment of energy demand-based greenhouse gas mitigation options for Canada's oil sands J Cleaner Prod, 241 (2019), Article 118306.

APEGA 2020 Research Excellence Award Recipient

This award is presented to an individual, team, or project that has conducted research in engineering and geoscience that has improved our economic and social well-being. Read more at APEGA by clicking here.

Biobattery

Aired on the Alberta Morning News, October 28, 2017. Amit Kumar is interviewed on recent research on the conversion of biomass to energy and its storage in a bio-battery.

New technology capable of converting waste into bio-energy coming to UAlberta

By Michael Brown on October 25, 2017. 'Biobattery’ pilot plant coming here as a result of UAlberta’s Technology Platform partnership with Germany’s Fraunhofer Society.

Does killing deals actually help solve the pipelines’ environmental impact?

May 31, 2017 By Jayson MacLean. With the newly-formed alliance between BC’s NDP and Green parties set to topple the re-instated Liberal minority government, the showdown over Kinder Morgan’s Trans Mountain pipeline expansion is about to ramp to new heights.

Pipelines easier on the environment than rail

By Bev Betkowski on December 6, 2016. Scientists find pipelines are the greener option for moving high volumes of oil and bitumen over long distances.

Oil pipelines still better than rail for emissions: University of Alberta professor

By: Alex Boyd Metro Published on Fri Dec 02 2016. The study argues pipelines are more efficient per unit than rail.

Global Connections: A Look at Our Partnerships with China

As the old saying goes, two heads are better than one, so imagine what two research powerhouses can do working together. That’s the idea behind the University of Alberta’s strong partnerships all over the world—global networks that allow us to better tackle some of the biggest issues of our time.

Alberta study touts environmental benefits of transporting oil by pipeline

Published on: December 1, 2016. A University of Alberta study suggests that large-scale pipelines are a more environmentally-friendly way of transporting oil and gas products compared to railways.

New funding targets GHG emission reduction projects

By Helen Metella on February 25, 2015. UAlberta researchers involved in five of seven projects funded by Alberta’s Climate Change Emissions Management Corporation.

Covering the hidden costs of discovery

By News Staff on January 19, 2015. UAlberta to receive more than $16M from federal Research Support Program for indirect costs of research.

Government of Canada announces investment for university, college research overhead

January 19, 2015, Edmonton, Alberta–Chairs Secretariat The University of Alberta will receive $16.5 million to support world-class research that creates jobs and prosperity

Des pipelines verts pour transporter des matières renouvelables

PUBLIÉ LE LUNDI 19 JANVIER 2015 Une recherche sur des pipelines pouvant transporter de la paille et des résidus de l'industrie forestière vers des usines de biocarburant est vue d'un bon oeil par le fédéral.

Biomass researcher works on pipelines for green gold

BY DAREN ZOMERMAN, EDMONTON JOURNAL, AUGUST 12, 2014. Mahdi Vaezi does research on moving biofuels through pipelines in his lab in the University of Alberta’s mechanical engineering building.

Researcher looks for cleanest ways to produce, transport bitumen

By Astrid Blodgett on July 18, 2014 Engineering grad student develops computer models to estimate emissions and compare costs of moving bitumen by rail or pipeline.

Researcher seeks upgrades for cleaner oil-sands

By Astrid Blodgett on July 15, 2014 PhD student wins scholarship to help find environmentally friendly ways of producing hydrogen for energy industry.

Researcher sees future of bio-fuels coming down the pipe

By Astrid Blodgett on August 1, 2014 Engineering PhD student explores possibility of pipelines for moving raw materials of biofuel from farms to refineries.

Press release, Alberta Innovates Bio Solution

Energy Efficiency Studies Identify the Best Opportunities for Greenhouse Gas Reductions in Alberta

AI Bio funds new research chair to support forestry bio-initiatives

By Tony Kryzanowski While Alberta forest companies may see the value of considering the production of bio-products as part of a diversification strategy, examples of doing so on a commercial scale are practically non-existent.

Movers and Shakers

"One man, two chairs,” Movers & Shakers, The Peg, September 2013. (Reproduced, with permission, from the September 2013 edition of The PEG, the Member magazine of APEGA)

Analysing Energy Use for More Balance and efficiency

By Jim Bentein. September 2013. If you could invent the machine that would more accurately predict how Canadians will use energy in the future and how that use will affect the environment and the country’s economy, would you want to do so?

The Electric Chair

James Waterman / Staff writer, August 7, 2013. Amit Kumar takes charge of new energy and environmental research program

Student Researcher Examining Energy Waste in Homes

July 30, 2013. Edmonton—A third-year mechanical engineering student is spending his summer at the leading-edge of research into residential energy use, with the ultimate goal of helping policy makers and industry make informed decisions about energy sources and technology.

$4.4 M Investment in Energy and Environmental Engineering Research at University of Alberta

By Richard Cairney June 17, 2013 Edmonton—A new national research program established at the University of Alberta Faculty of Engineering strengthens the ability of industry and government to make evidence-based decisions about energy pathways and resources while finding ways to conserve water and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Biomass Pipeline Researcher Joins Engineering Management Team

The PEGG, published by APEGGA, July Issue, 2008.

Bioenergy: Biofuels and Beyond – Research in Perspective

The e-Link, published by Alberta Agricultural Research Institute (AARI), January 7, 2008.

Piping Hot

Canadian Business Magazine, pp. 27-28, November 19, 2007.

LEAP as a Teaching Tool

Newsletter published by Stockholm Environmental Institute (SEI), Volume 4, p. 4, July 2007.

Biomass, a Green Energy, in the Cariboo

The Quesnel Advisor, p. 8, June 21, 2006.

Beetle-Kill Trees May Fuel Power Plant

Iran Daily, Page 8, Global Energy, February, 2006.

Beetle-Killed Wood Could Supply Clean Energy in BC

BIOCAP Canada Foundation, Press Release, November 15, 2005.

New Life for Dead-Wood: Beetle Killed Trees Suggested as Potential Fuel for Biomass Power Plant

Vancouver Sun, Page D1/Front, November 8, 2005.