Canadian Hydrogen Convention Awards

2025 Nominees

The Canadian Hydrogen Convention Awards shines a spotlight on excellence in the hydrogen industry here in Canada and around the world. The Awards recognizes and celebrates hydrogen leaders, innovators and trail blazers accomplishments over the last 12 months who have been at the forefront in leadership, innovation, sustainable solutions and promoting the healthy advancement of the hydrogen sector.

The 4th edition of the Canadian Hydrogen Convention Award Gala caps off the convention and will take place on the evening of April 24, 2025, at the Edmonton Convention Centre in Edmonton, Canada. Nominees will be celebrated with winners announced in an exciting evening gala filled with entertainment, chef driven multi-course dinner and high-caliber networking at the opening cocktail reception prior to the dinner.

The awards gala evening is open to all energy professionals including exhibition and conference delegates. Individual seats or tables of 10 available.

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Why attend the Canadian Hydrogen Convention Awards?

Celebrate the best of the hydrogen industry with a 5-star dining experience
Inspire and motivate your team – show how much you value members of your team - they are a vital part of your company’s success
Give your clients, partners and suppliers a night to remember in a celebratory atmosphere – create new business opportunities and strengthen existing relationships
Be inspired by the Canadian Hydrogen Convention Award winners who will provide the leadership and direction necessary to navigate the future of the hydrogen industry
Use the networking, inspirational stories and atmosphere at the Canadian Hydrogen Convention Awards to grow your business

2025 Awards Host

Joelle Tomlinson

Journalist & Canadian Media Personality

Schedule

5:30 pm - Cocktail & Networking Reception
7:00 pm - Dinner and Entertainment
8:30 pm - Awards Ceremony
9:30 pm - Event close

What is included in my ticket/table?

Chef driven multi-course dinner
Wine at the table
An evening of high caliber networking and celebration

What is the dress code?

Cocktail attire or business formal

Where is the venue?

Edmonton Convention Centre

2025 NOMINEES:

EMERGING HYDROGEN LEADER AWARD

The Emerging Hydrogen Leader Award acknowledges an up-and-coming individual whose efforts have already made a significant contribution to their organization, industry or community that go above and beyond their normal day to day duties. The nominee should stand out in terms of strategic thinking, leadership, community involvement and the pursuit of excellence in their field. The nominees in this category will have been in the energy industry for 10 or less years. Self-nominations are permitted in this category.

Nominees are:

Paul Ghotra, Founder and CEO, CIMtech Green Energy Mfg Inc.
Elizabeth Gadowski, Business Development Account Manager, Energy Transition and Hydrogen, De Nora Tech
Mohamed Khaja, Project Manager Hydrogen Initiative, Edmonton Global, Edmonton Global
Tahrim Alam, Sr Metallurgical Engineer, Enbridge Gaz Québec
Greg Vezina, Chairman and CEO, Hydrofuel Canada Inc.

HYDROGEN DIGITAL INNOVATOR AWARD

The Hydrogen Digital Innovator Award recognizes novel digital technologies advancing the hydrogen industry. All technologies in this category should be at stages of initial production and rollout, full production mode, or commercial (postpilot stage). This category is open to digital technology concepts that are less than five years old and are considered “game changers” in the energy industry.

Nominees are:

Edmonton Global
EnviroApps Inc.
TOSSA Sustainability Services Inc.

HYDROGEN TECHNOLOGY: EQIPMENT OR PROCESS CONTROLS AWARD

The Hydrogen Technology: Equipment or Process Controls Award recognizes highly disruptive innovations in equipment that have had a major impact on hydrogen efficiency, emissions, economics, scheduling, or quality. This category also acknowledges products or services specific to controls that make a positive impact to the hydrogen industry. All technologies in this category should be at either: initial production and rollout, full production mode, or commercial (post-pilot). If the underlying solution is digital, it should be submitted under the Hydrogen Digital Innovator Award category.

Nominees are:

Alberta Motor Transportation Association (AMTA)
Golu Hydrogen Technologies Inc.
Hydrofuel Canada Inc
Maschinenfabrik Reinhausen GmbH
Next Hydrogen
University of Alberta

HYDROGEN LEADER OF THE YEAR AWARD

The Hydrogen Leader of the Year Award acknowledges an individual whose efforts have made a significant contribution to their organization, industry or community that go above and beyond their normal day to day duties. The nominee should stand out in terms of strategic thinking, leadership, community involvement and the pursuit of excellence in their field. The nominees in this category will have been in the energy industry for 10 or more years. Self-nominations are permitted in this category.

Nominees are:

Hailey Laibida, Manager, Hydrogen Project Development, ATCO Gas and Pipelines
Rebecca Goldsack, COO, Diesel Tech Industries
Brent Lakeman, Executive Director, Edmonton Region Hydrogen HUB

HYDROGEN PROJECT AWARD

The Hydrogen Project Award recognizes small, medium, and large-scale projects globally. Projects in this category will be judged on technological advancement and impact on the community. All projects entered will need to be either completed within the 2023/2024 time period or will be projected to be completed or advanced planning stage by the end of 2024 in order to be considered.

Nominees are:

ATCO EnPower
Edmonton Global
EverWind Fuels
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)

HYDROGEN EARLY ADOPTER AWARD

New for 2025

The Hydrogen Early Adopter Award honors trailblazers in climate action who have shown outstanding leadership, innovation, and dedication to advancing hydrogen solutions. This esteemed award recognizes organizations at the forefront of hydrogen adoption, celebrating those that have invested in pilot or groundbreaking demonstration projects within industrial or commercial settings. By championing hydrogen’s commercial potential, these pioneers are helping to shape a more sustainable future.

Nominees are:

Alberta Motor Transportation Association (AMTA)
ATCO Gas and Pipelines/Qualico Communities
Cariboo Clean Fuels Inc.
City of Edmonton
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)
SFC Energy AG

The Global Hydrogen Case Competition 2025

The Global Hydrogen Case Competition is tasking post-secondary students from across the world to make a global impact on our net-zero future with hydrogen as the solution. Future leaders will demonstrate their case-solving skills in front of the world’s leaders in hydrogen and clean technology in the competition finals during the Canadian Hydrogen Convention. We’ll be announcing the winning team - and awarding the $10,000 CAD grand prize - at the 2025 Canadian Hydrogen Convention Awards Gala.

Hear from past winners why you should attend the Awards Gala!

It was an incredible honour to be named Hydrogen Leader of the Year at the Canadian Hydrogen Convention Awards. As the country’s largest platform for the hydrogen industry, this recognition not only highlights my personal journey but also underscores the collective achievements of the entire HTEC team. Together, we are driving innovation and advancing clean hydrogen solutions for transportation. Being celebrated among so many accomplished leaders and innovators was truly a humbling experience. The Canadian Hydrogen Convention Awards shine a spotlight on the groundbreaking work being done across our industry. These nominations provide a valuable opportunity to recognize individuals and projects that are shaping the future of hydrogen. For me, being a nominee was a chance to connect with visionary peers, exchange ideas, and contribute to the broader conversation on innovation. I encourage others to participate, as these awards amplify our collective impact and inspire continued progress.

Colin Armstrong

President & CEO

HTEC

I am deeply honored to have received the Emerging Leader Award at the Canadian Hydrogen Convention Awards. This recognition has been an incredible opportunity to spotlight the outstanding work our team at Ayrton is doing in advancing innovative solutions within the hydrogen industry. Winning this award has not only validated our efforts but has also attracted valuable attention, helping us build momentum toward achieving our goals. I wholeheartedly encourage others to apply for this prestigious award—it’s a fantastic event to showcase your achievements and connect with key players in the sector.

Natasha Kostenuk

Founder and CEO

Ayrton Energy

Receiving the Hydrogen Project Award on behalf of ATCO was an incredibly rewarding experience. I’m grateful for the opportunity to showcase our contributions in the hydrogen space and also share the stage with numerous pioneers in the industry who are driving innovation and sustainability. I encourage any company or individual working in the hydrogen industry to consider submitting a nomination for these awards. It is not just about recognition; it is about connecting with like-minded individuals, building relationships, and contributing to the growth and advancement of the hydrogen sector. The awards serve as a catalyst for innovation and excellence, and participating in them can lead to new collaborations, partnerships, and friendships that can propel both personal and professional growth.

Michael Leung

Engineer, Modernization Strategy & Project Development

ATCO

It was a great honour for Hydrogen Optimized to be nominated for the convention’s 2024 Hydrogen Technology Award. We have worked hard to develop and commercialize our patented RuggedCell™ water electrolysis system. Winning the award shows that we have the right solution to decarbonize hard-to-abate major industries. The awards provide an excellent opportunity for any company or individual in the hydrogen sector to gain positive visibility and validation of their work.