Sustainable Development Technology Canada opens its 14th round of funding, with a $550-million bankroll to invest in cleantech through its SD Tech Fund. “We want to hear from clean technology developers across Canada about the technology solutions they bring to environmental issues,” says Vicky J. Sharpe, president and CEO of SDTC. “By providing entrepreneurs with early-stage funding when it is most needed, SDTC helps propel innovative clean technologies to commercialization, thereby building tomorrow's industry leaders while tackling our environmental challenges.” SDTC is calling for applications promoting tech for clean water, soil and air. Not-for-profit SDTC, initiated by the federal government, has to date given $342 million to approximately 150 clean technology projects across the country. It is accepting statements of interest until Oct. 22.