Montreal, June 17, 2025 — Axelys and the Clean Technology Consortium (2 Degrés, Cycle Momentum, and IVÉO) announce the launch of a strategic partnership aimed at boosting sustainable innovation and technology entrepreneurship in Québec.
This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to leverage collective intellectual potential, propel high-impact projects emerging from public research, and generate both environmental and economic benefits across all regions of Québec.
By pooling their respective expertise, the two organizations commit to sharing resources, networks, and initiatives in order to:
- Increase the pipeline and foster the creation of tech companies stemming from research;
- Accelerate the transfer and commercialization of clean technology innovations.
More concretely, Axelys will refer projects and companies that could benefit from support services, infrastructure, and funding to the Clean Technology Consortium. In turn, 2 Degrés, Cycle Momentum, and IVÉO will integrate Axelys into their strategic activities and direct companies in the technology transfer phase toward Axelys through the Lab-à-Startup program. The partners will join forces to launch joint initiatives to grow the pool of clean tech companies derived from Québec research, such as workshops, calls for projects, competitions, and networking between scientific and entrepreneurial communities.
“This partnership between the Clean Technology Consortium and Axelys strengthens our collective ability to transform research-based knowledge into successful and concrete solutions for our ecological transition. Together, we’re creating an environment even more conducive to the emergence, growth, and commercialization of leading clean tech companies across Québec.” — Alexandre Guindon, Executive Director and Founder, 2 Degrés
“To meet the environmental challenges of our time, good ideas are not enough: we need bold, united actors committed to action. This partnership with Axelys embodies our collective ambition to transform Québec’s scientific potential into tangible levers for a sustainable and innovative economy.” — Patrick Gagné, President and CEO, Cycle Momentum
“This partnership between Axelys and the Consortium will strengthen synergies to support the development and commercialization of innovations stemming from public research and help address environmental challenges faced by businesses and municipalities.” — Benoit Balmana, Executive Director, IVÉO
“By combining our expertise and networks, this partnership with the Clean Technology Consortium enhances our ability to support the transfer of innovations from public research and to foster the emergence of sustainable businesses across Québec.” — Jesse Vincent-Herscovici, President and CEO, Axelys
Media Contact: Thibault Beudin, Communications Lead at Cycle Momentum – tbeudin@cyclemomentum.ca
About Axelys
Axelys is Québec’s public research innovation development and transfer organization. It contributes to the province’s economic and social prosperity by accelerating the maturation and deployment of high-potential inventions, know-how, and processes into innovations capable of improving the world we live in. It also supports the creation of science-based startups originating from public research. More information: www.axelys.ca
About 2 Degrés
2 Degrés is an impact incubator dedicated to clean tech startups and innovation projects in Québec. Through its programs, it supports and propels early-stage clean tech startups. Backed by a dedicated team, a strong partner network, and more than 75 engaged collaborators, 2 Degrés has supported over 65 high-growth, high-impact companies since 2021.
About Cycle Momentum
Cycle Momentum is an international acceleration and innovation platform bringing together entrepreneurs, corporations, investors, and innovators. Its mission is to identify and develop cutting-edge technologies to combat the climate crisis. As a member of the Cycle Capital platform, Cycle Momentum offers acceleration programs to support entrepreneurial growth and provides investment and collaboration opportunities through its extensive network.
About IVÉO
Founded in 2018 as a nonprofit organization with the support of the Government of Québec, IVÉO’s mission is to accelerate the deployment of innovations in smart and sustainable cities. Its network includes nearly 80 cities and regional county municipalities (MRCs) across the province. Acting as a neutral innovation broker, IVÉO has deployed numerous innovation projects addressing over 115 municipal challenges in areas such as sustainable mobility, energy efficiency, water management, and municipal operations optimization.
About Lab-à-Startup
The Lab-à-Startup program helps clean tech researchers turn their innovations into viable and successful businesses. With support from seasoned entrepreneurs and pilot project development, the program accelerates the path from research to market. Lab-à-Startup is an initiative of the Clean Technology Consortium, led by 2 Degrés, Cycle Momentum, and IVÉO.
