The Tyler Lewis Clean Energy Research Grant (also referred to as the “Grant”) was established to provide financial support and promote graduate student research in the field of clean energy at Canadian Universities. Clean energy encompasses energy sources and processes that are an alternative to fossil fuels, with minimizing, neutral or ameliorating consequences on the environment. The objective of the Tyler Lewis Clean Energy Research Grant is to develop research skills and assist in the training of qualified individual
About Tyler Lewis Clean Energy Research Foundation
The Tyler Lewis Clean Energy Research Foundation has been established by his parents, in loving memory of Tyler G. P. Lewis, to fund alternative energy and applied sustainability research initiatives. Tyler grew up in rural British Columbia and was taught the importance of environmental awareness from a young age. Tyler recognized the world’s impending energy crisis and had a strong “desire to leave this planet in a better position for future generations”. Tyler believed that as an engineer, “it is our duty to address global issues, such as climate change, in a manner t... continue reading
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Tyler Lewis Clean Energy Research Grant
Aim and Benefits of Tyler Lewis Clean Energy Research Grant
The value of the grant is $10,000 and will be awarded on an annual basis to one eligible student. Up to two additional grants [$10,000 each] may be awarded on any given year based upon the recommendation of the Foundation’s Grant Advisory Committee. The selection process and post-award administration are carried out by the Tyler Lewis Clean Energy Research Foundation (also referred to as the “Foundation”) and Charitable Gift Funds Canada Foundation
Requirements for Tyler Lewis Clean Energy Research Grant Qualification
To be eligible for this Grant, the applicant must be:
- A Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada
- A post-graduate student attending a Canadian Institution
- Hold an undergraduate degree in Engineering or Science.
To be eligible for this Grant, the project must:
- The duration of the project must be at least one full year.
- Demonstrate potential and advancement of knowledge in a Clean Energy research field.
Interview date, Process and Venue for Tyler Lewis Clean Energy Research Grant
- Relevance of work experience and academic training to field of proposed research
- Research ability and potential contribution to the advancement of knowledge in a Clean Energy research field. (Significance, feasibility, and merit of proposed research)
- Enthusiasm for research and interest in discovery
- Demonstrate a lifestyle that is in-line with environmental consciousness
- Developed leadership and interpersonal skills
Important Dates
- Application available: June 1, 2023
- Application submission deadline: October 1, 2023 at Midnight (PST)
- Notice to applications: On or before December 1, 2023
- Award granted: On or before December 15, 2023
Documents Required for Application
To be considered for this grant, all of the following documents must be submitted prior to midnight (PST) October 1, 2023 (no exceptions will be allowed):
- Application Form (submitted as a single PDF file, starting from page 4)
- Curriculum Vitae (PDF format only)
- Proof of Enrollment in Full-time Graduate Studies at a Canadian University from the Registrar’s Office (offer letter from the department is not considered proof of enrolment)
- Two Letters of Recommendation: Recommendation letters must be emailed directly to the Foundation by the letter’s author with the applicant’s name in the “subject” line (PDF format only). Applicants are responsible for ensuring their reference letters are submitted prior to the application deadline (no exceptions)
- Proof of citizenship or permanent residency, in the form of either a Canadian Passport, Canadian birth certificate or Permanent Residence card (Driver’s license is not considered proof)
Application Deadline
October 1, 2023
How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to
Tyler Lewis Clean Energy Research Foundation on tylerlewis.ca to apply
