Final Funding Secured
Questor Technology Secures Final NRC Funding Contribution For Heat-to-Power System
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Questor Technology Inc. has received the final $305,060 installment from Canada's National Research Council to complete development of a 1500 kW heat-to-power system Cochrane Times Post. The technology converts wasted heat from industrial sources into usable electricity with near-zero emissions.
The Organic Rankine Cycle system can turn both hot and cold waste heat into power for on-site use or grid export Financial Post. Founded in 1994, Questor is now targeting landfills, cement plants, geothermal sites, and solar installations.
How the Technology Converts Waste Into Electricity
The Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) is a heat engine that works like a conventional power plant, but at much lower temperatures Ottawa Sun. Instead of burning fuel, it captures heat that would normally be wasted — from landfill gas, exhaust pipes, or industrial processes.
The system turns that heat into mechanical energy, which then generates electricity Ontario Farmer. It produces power that can be used directly at the facility or sold back to the electrical grid, creating new revenue streams.
Environmental Benefits and Emission Reductions
Questor's system delivers near-zero methane and greenhouse gas emissions during operation Fairview Post. This matters because methane traps heat in the atmosphere 25 times more effectively than carbon dioxide over a century.
The technology also reduces carbon footprints by cutting power purchases from the grid Owen Sound Sun Times. Facilities can generate their own clean electricity instead of relying on fossil fuel-based sources.
Expanding Into High-Growth Energy Markets
Questor is now pursuing applications beyond its traditional base Calgary Sun. The company is targeting landfill biogas operations, cement plant waste heat, syngas facilities, engine exhaust systems, geothermal installations, and solar thermal projects.
The $305,060 final grant marks completion of the NRC IRAP funding cycle Financial Post. This money supports research, development, and testing needed to bring the 1500 kW system to commercial scale.
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