February 12, 2025 | Aurora, Ontario — Foresight Canada has partnered with Magna International, a leading global automotive components manufacturer, to launch the Magna International Facility Emissions Challenge with the goal of finding innovative solutions to reduce facility greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions while maintaining operational reliability and comfort. Potential solutions may include energy recovery systems, alternative fuels, efficient ventilation designs, or heat pumps—all aimed at enhancing efficiency without compromising production quality.
Heavy industry, including auto manufacturing, is one of Canada’s highest-emitting sectors, accounting for approximately 12% of the nation’s total GHG emissions in 2021. However, this sector also presents a significant opportunity for transformation. With innovative solutions and bold collaborations, the sector can significantly reduce its carbon footprint while driving economic growth and technological advancement. By embracing cleaner energy sources, optimizing processes, and leveraging cutting-edge technologies, heavy industry has the potential to lead Canada’s transition to a low-carbon economy and inspire global change.
This Innovation Challenge offers innovators an exclusive opportunity to showcase their cutting-edge solutions to a global industry leader. Finalists will pitch directly to Magna’s team, gaining unparalleled exposure and industry insights. The winner will pilot their technology within a Magna facility, with the potential for broader implementation across its global network.
This Challenge is more than just a competition—it’s a catalyst for collaboration, commercialization, and cleantech adoption. Apply now.
Driving Economic Growth Through Innovation
In today’s rapidly evolving market, maintaining a competitive edge requires continuous improvement in cost management, productivity, and operational excellence. It’s also key to meeting net zero targets. Foresight’s Innovation Challenge program connects industries with practical, de-risked cleantech solutions designed to address real-world challenges. By facilitating the development and deployment of cutting-edge technologies, Foresight supports industries in achieving measurable results, driving sustainable growth, and enhancing overall efficiency.
We are thrilled to collaborate with Magna International on this Innovation Challenge. This partnership represents a significant step toward transforming heavy industry—a sector full of potential for groundbreaking innovation. By enhancing operational efficiency and cutting GHG emissions, we lower costs for manufacturers, reduce environmental impact, drive economic growth, and solidify Canada’s position as a leader in sustainable manufacturing.
Jeanette Jackson Foresight Canada
About Magna International
Magna International is one of the world’s largest auto suppliers and is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, with science-based targets verified to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% and Scope 3 emissions by 25% by 2030. The company is driving decarbonization through energy optimization initiatives, transitioning to 100% renewable electricity globally by 2030, and integrating sustainable practices into its manufacturing operations. Magna also collaborates with over 10,000 suppliers, customers, and startups to promote sustainability across the automotive supply chain. Learn more about Magna’s commitment to sustainability and innovation at: https://www.magna.com/company/esg/sustainability
About Foresight Canada
Foresight Canada helps the world do more with less, sustainably. As Canada’s largest cleantech innovation and adoption accelerator, they connect public and private sectors to the world’s best clean technologies, de-risking and simplifying the adoption of innovative solutions that improve productivity, profitability, and economic competitiveness, all while addressing today’s most urgent climate challenges.
