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Allye attends Free Electrons master module in Montreal

  • Jonathan Carrier
  • Jul 23, 2024
  • 1 min read

🇨🇦 Exciting week representing Allye at the Free Electrons Program Master Module in Canada! 


Simon Hodgkinson and Jonathan Carrier had the privilege of joining 14 other startups to engage with global utility giants, including E.ON, CLP, ESB, EDP, Origin Energy, Hydro QuÊbec, and JERA Co., Inc. Our focus for the module: shaping potential collaborations to drive innovation in the energy sector. 


Key highlights:

🏢 Exclusive tour of Hydro Quebec's cutting-edge R&D Center

🌊 Visit to the impressive Beauharnois hydroelectric plant

🚗 Insight into Hydro Quebec's unique R&D approach, which mirrors engineering and automotive industry practices 


We gained valuable perspective on Hydro Quebec's: 

🇨🇦 Pioneering history in Quebec and global role in hydro energy 

💡 Current focus on driving a sustainable energy transition

⚡ Innovative solutions for maintaining remote and long distance energy transfer 

🔋 Commitment to powering remote and first nation communities 


A huge thank you to the Beta-i • collaborative innovation team for their flawless organisation and to Hydro Quebec for their generous hospitality. The opportunities ahead for collaboration with these utility partners are truly energising! 


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