Energy and Environment
To improve sustainability in the maritime sector and promote energy transition, this team includes electrical and mechanical engineers as well as chemists. With a broad range of expertise in transportation electrification, alternative fuels, and techno-economic analysis, this team seeks to reduce the industry's carbon footprint through new energy solutions and cleaner fuels. By leveraging technology development, this team also aims to improve the performance and sustainability of port infrastructure to strengthen the entire maritime logistics chain.
Equipment
- Portable emissions analyzer (Testo 350 Maritime)
- Ship electrical network simulator
- Electronics laboratory
- 1 MW engine test bench (Wärtsilä 6L20)
- Generator in simulated marine environment (Yanmar 40 kW)
- Chemistry hood
Example of projects carried out
Energy and Environment
Performance and Sustainability of a Photovoltaic Station on a Bulk Carrier Operating in the Gulf and St. Lawrence River
Energy and Environment
Characterization, Testing and Guidelines for the Use of EMethanol and Marine Diesel Blends as a Drop-In Solution on Ships Operating on the St. Lawrence River
Energy and Environment
Diagnostic Study of Waste Management Practices in a Maritime Context
Energy and Environment
Mobilization of the Maritime and Forestry Sectors for Sustainable Development Based on Innovation
Energy and Environment
Validation of the Use of Microalgal Fuel in Maritime Transport
Energy and Environment
Program to Accelerate the Transition of Maritime Transport to Bio-based Fuels
Energy and Environment
Study on the Recycling of Fiberglass Ships and the Performance of Recyclable Materials Applied to Ship Design
Energy and Environment
Study and Overview of Technologies for Shore Power Systems in Quebec