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Power your future with Volt-Age

Why pursue research with Volt-Age?

Secure generous funding

Groundbreaking research requires support. That’s why Volt-Age offers PhD students a scholarship of $35,000 per year for 4 years and access to state-of-the-art labs and research. Your ideas deserve the best resources.

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Make a global impact

As a student working on Volt-Age research, you won’t just study sustainable energy—you’ll help create it. Collaborate with industry leaders like Northvolt, Tesla, Schneider Electric, and Hydro-Québec to develop real-world solutions that matter.


Work on cutting-edge projects

From decarbonized mining to smart grids, advanced energy storage systems, and AI-driven energy management, you’ll be at the center of innovation. This is your chance to contribute to technologies that will shape the future.

Core research themes

Whether in engineering or the social sciences, you'll collaborate with global industry leaders and Concordia’s top researchers to push the limits of what’s possible in sustainable energy.

Creating a smart, sustainable, and healthy built environment

Design buildings that generate more renewable energy than they use. Through Volt-Age, you'll redefine living spaces for a smarter, greener future by advancing net-zero building technologies.

Building resilient community energy and transportation systems

Tackle challenges like energy storage and grid security. Your research will drive next-generation batteries and off-grid solutions, ensuring communities are powered efficiently and sustainably.

Planning and governance for social equity and citizen engagement

Drive inclusive, participatory approaches to electrification and decarbonization, with a focus on the social, political, and economic dimensions of the energy transition. Ensure voices are heard in shaping a sustainable future.

Volt-Age goals


Drive research and innovation

Over the next six years, Volt-Age is investing in research that will have a lasting impact on both industry and society. You’ll be part of a team that’s setting new standards in energy innovation.



Bridge the gap

We’re committed to ensuring that the research you conduct at Volt-Age doesn’t just stay in the lab. You’ll play a key role in designing strategies to transfer this knowledge into real-world applications.



Lead pioneering projects

Imagine being at the helm of projects focused on decarbonization, from energy-saving devices to environmentally friendly technologies. Your work here will define the next generation of sustainable solutions.

Research with Volt-Age

If your research interests align with Volt-Age, seize the opportunity to be part of transformative work backed by generous funding. Apply to Concordia University, complete the form, and make your mark with Volt-Age today.

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Volt-Age is funded by the Canada First Research Excellence Fund (CFREF)

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