Aeon Blue, a technology company based in Sydney, N.S., founded by siblings Lark Meadow and Deóis Ua Cearnaigh, has developed a groundbreaking system that produces sustainable fuel from renewable sources while capturing carbon dioxide (CO2). The company's approach aims to generate fuels as a one-to-one replacement for traditional options while simultaneously removing and preventing CO2 emissions, achieving a net-negative process. A key component of their technology is a saltwater electrolyzer that extracts hydrogen from seawater, initiating a chain of reactions that result in CO2 capture using sodium hydroxide, with the end product being pure gaseous CO2 for storage or conversion into fuels like synthetic methane. The company plans to establish a pilot facility in Sydney to produce 30 tonnes of fuel annually, with the goal of scaling up to a commercial pilot site on Cape Breton Island capable of generating 3,000 tonnes of fuel per year by 2028. Aeon Blue also envisions expanding to have 10 facilities worldwide producing a total of 500 million tonnes of fuels annually by 2050. Recognized for its innovation, Aeon Blue has received accolades in various competitions such as the EarthX Climate Tech Prize and the Ocean Breakthrough Award. The company's move to Canada, specifically to Atlantic Canada, was influenced by the region's status as an emerging hub for green hydrogen and wind energy production, offering an ideal environment for their technology. By relocating to Atlantic Canada, Aeon Blue gains access to financial incentives, non-dilutive programs, and strategic partnerships, aiding in overcoming the challenges typically faced by startups during the commercialization phase. Aeon Blue's upcoming plans include initiating a seed round to establish the pilot facility in Sydney, set to be operational in 2026. Subsequent data from this site will inform the development of the commercial pilot facility, expected to commence operations in 2028 through a joint venture with an industry partner. The company intends to harness power from local wind farms to support its growth and envisions expanding to other provinces in Canada, including Quebec, British Columbia, and Alberta, to further proliferate its sustainable fuel production.