InCurrent Turbines Ltd.

Our patented technology, the Vortex Power Drive, is the missing link between the abundant ocean currents and man’s ability to convert energy into electricity.

  • Stage Product In Development
  • Industry Industrial/Energy
  • Location Ottawa, ON, Canada
  • Currency USD
  • Founded March 2012
  • Employees 0
  • Website vortexpowerdrive.com

Company Summary

We extract energy from any velocity of ocean current. Using conventional energy transformation equipment we can supply always on, baseload electricity to isolated communities, Island nations, and conventional utilities worldwide; allowing them to eliminate fossil fuels. The VPD extracts the energy from the ocean with only one moving part. With an expected 30 year lifespan our Levelized Cost of Energy will be the lowest in the industry.

Team

  • CEO, CTO

    • 5 years - CTO Water Power Group of Companies Ltd. Specializing in low head water power development
    • 4 years CEO for Cold Water Hydro Ltd. Specializing in water power and bio-mass site acquisition and power purchase contract procurement.
    • Civil Engineering Technologist diploma from Cambrian College
    • Began career in Civil Engineering for steel fabrication shops doing cost estimates, mechanical and structural takeoffs, and steel detailing.

  • • Over 20 years management experience, 15 of which in a general manager capacity.
    • Has held full P&L and Operational responsibility for complex, multi-departmental business units
    • $8-40M in yearly revenue in the Airline Food, Retail and Logistical Services Industry in Ottawa, Halifax, Quebec City and Montreal.
    • Michael earned his Executive MBA from the Telfer School of Business, Executive MBA Program, at the University of Ottawa in 2009.

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