Revolutionizing Renewable Energy
Waterotor’s patented hydrokinetic technology collects clean, affordable energy from moving water, in flows as slow as 2 mph.
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Waterotor’s water power generator collects hydrokinetic power from flowing water with unmatched efficiency and affordability. Engineered to operate in flows as low as 2 mph, it turns rivers, canals, tidal and ocean currents into reliable power, 24 hours a day.
Efficiently converts up to 60% of the available energy in moving water into electricity.
No fuel, no emissions and no threat to fish or the ecosystems they live in.
From coastal communities to industrial hubs, Waterotor scales to a wide range of energy needs.
Our patented blade design captures both lift and drag forces. Using ram pressure and lift together to generate torque, the rotor achieves a remarkably high coefficient of power across every flow speed.
Unlike traditional turbines that need fast currents, Waterotor works where no other solution can. It is lightweight, portable and simple to deploy, which makes it ideal for remote and underdeveloped regions.
A 3D animation of a Waterotor unit resting on the seabed. Water flows across the rotor, where the curved blades catch both the push of the current and the lift created as water passes over them. The rotor drum turns steadily in the direction of the flow, driving the generator on its side.
Operates effectively in water speeds as low as 2 mph, where traditional energy solutions cannot.
Adapts to different energy and geographic needs, with units that combine into larger arrays.
Unlike solar and wind, Waterotor delivers power 24/7 for a consistent green energy supply.
Built from corrosion-resistant materials, with no dams or disruptive infrastructure required.
About 70% of the earth is covered in water. The World Energy Council estimates 10,000 terawatt hours a year of unused hydropower potential worldwide.
A continuous, predictable source of flowing water. No dams needed, even in flows as slow as 2 mph.
A compact, modular design fits existing infrastructure, powering urban and agricultural sites.
Consistent currents deliver renewable energy 24/7, with no reliance on weather.
Tides are among the most predictable renewable sources, ideal for coastal regions.
Affordable power where there is no traditional infrastructure, improving quality of life.
Portable, renewable power for areas hit by natural disasters.
Electricity for people who depend on costly gas and diesel generators.
Low cost, sustainable electricity for oil and gas operations at sea.
Reliable energy for manufacturing and processing plants where power is costly or unreliable.
Round-the-clock renewable energy for islands that depend on imported diesel.
Validated by leading institutions like the Canadian Hydrokinetic Turbine Test Centre, Waterotor has been independently proven to perform under real-world conditions.
Field test
Waterotor was tested and deployed by the Canadian Navy to power remote operations, significantly reducing reliance on fossil fuels. The turbine generated clean energy in slow water while withstanding harsh conditions, proving its reliability and portability.
Lab validation
At the Marine Institute’s world-class flume tank in Newfoundland, Waterotor was tested under simulated real-world flow conditions. Over six months, it held a consistent efficiency rate above 85%, including in slow-moving water.
More than a decade of prototypes, river trials and lab work, from the first MK1 to today’s V-12.
From rural villages to offshore platforms, Waterotor provides scalable solutions to the global demand for clean energy. We tap a vast, untouched resource: moving water.
Discover the full opportunity$2 trillion.Projected renewable energy market by 2030, growing 17%
$0.75+per kWh
$0.05to $0.10 per kWh
A strong market for meeting ambitious carbon reduction targets.
Modernizing infrastructure across rural, coastal and industrial areas.
Rapid urbanization and growing demand need cost-effective solutions.
Affordable electricity for rural communities, fueling development.
Fourteen years of design, independent validation and deployment, from a first prototype in Ottawa to a tidal pilot in the Bay of Fundy.
Waterotor Energy Technologies Inc. is established in Ottawa. The MK1 generates energy from currents as slow as 1.5 mph.
Design of the first large-scale turbine and patents secured for the blade design.
Built with Canadian Composite and Black and McDonald, with first lab testing in the Marine Institute flume tank.
A smaller system designed and built entirely by 3D printer with Design 1st in Ottawa.
Built and tested at the Canadian Hydrokinetic Turbine Test Centre.
First customer purchase of five units: one 5 kW and four 1 kW.
Big Cajun and V-12 designs with Herman Shellstede and Associates.
V-6 floating system design, then a new tidal system.
Waterotor technology retrofitted to The Falcon with Oceanetic Power.
With decades of experience in renewable energy, engineering and business strategy, our team is dedicated to transforming how the world generates energy.
CEO and CTO, Founder and Inventor
With over 35 years as a business leader, Fred has developed multiple breakthrough renewable energy technologies. As founder of Magenn Power, he created a helium-filled air rotor that converted wind energy into electricity. He previously led a $500M Lockheed Martin project and received the Canadian Government’s Industry Award for Excellence in Invention. A Tiger21 member, he has attracted five additional Tiger21 investors to Waterotor.
Chairman of the Board
An accomplished executive in natural resources, finance and corporate leadership, Terry is Chairman of Sprott Resource Corp. and Polaris Materials and a director at Martinrea International. A retired Managing Partner of Brookfield Asset Management, he played a key role in major acquisitions including the Northgate Minerals and AuRico Gold merger. He received the INCO Medal for distinguished service in mining and serves on the Advisory Board of the Richard Ivey School of Business.
Chief Financial Officer
David spent more than 16 years as a senior advisor for corporate finance and M&A transactions at PricewaterhouseCoopers. With 20 years as a finance and operations executive in tech and aerospace, he brings deep experience scaling innovative technologies. At Waterotor he supports governance and strategic financial planning.
Vice President of Finance
A Waterotor shareholder, Stephen specializes in corporate finance, tax planning and structuring tax-efficient investment vehicles. A graduate of the Sprott School of Business at Carleton University, he spent 16 years as a corporate accountant for multimillion-dollar companies in land development, retirement homes and agriculture, working closely with corporate banks, legal advisors and auditors at BDO Canada.
Vice President
Jonathan brings over a decade of retail management experience, consistently leading sales teams to exceed targets in profitability, service and efficiency. As Vice President at Waterotor, he oversees operations, programs and personnel, and plays a key role in commercializing the company’s water energy technology.
Chief Engineer
Tom is a multidisciplinary mechanical systems consulting engineer with a particular aptitude for specialized science applications. He has extensive experience in mechanical systems engineering and low-pressure gas systems, a skill he has applied working with Fred since 1996 on lighter-than-air technologies.
“Canadian company Waterotor has designed new, disruptive clean tech to produce low cost electricity from slow moving water.”
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Join us in scaling the next generation of renewable energy. With proven technology and growing global demand, Waterotor offers a compelling investment opportunity.
Our licensing model enables fast growth and market penetration, with steady revenue from fees and royalties.
The renewable energy market is projected to grow 17% to $2 trillion by 2030.
Patents spanning over 100 countries safeguard the technology and your investment.
Partnerships with the Canadian Navy and Lockheed Martin validate the technology’s reliability.
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Self-directed RRSP and TFSA investors can hold Waterotor shares tax-free.
. Press release
Oceanetic Power Corporation has acquired the key assets of former tidal power developer Ocurrent Energy. The marine vessel known as The Falcon is now owned by Oceanetic and will be retrofitted with Waterotor technology to produce more energy, more efficiently and more cost-effectively.
Common questions about Waterotor’s technology and its benefits. Can’t find what you need? Get in touch.
Waterotor generates electricity in slow moving water, below 6.5 mph, where no other in-water technology has been proven. It uses no fuel, produces no emissions during operation, has low ecological impact and can replace technologies that generate CO2 and other pollutants. The small 1,000 watt Waterotor is designed to be deployed as a standalone unit.
It is simple to operate and easy to maintain, making it well suited to regions with little infrastructure. Early markets include coastal communities, remote ocean islands and isolated rural sites where diesel power often costs $0.75 or more per kWh.
No other technology has proven profitable operation in water moving slower than 6.5 mph. Waterotor has proven both operation and low cost economics across the 2 to 6.5 mph range.
Waterotor is a low impact technology. Its slow rotation is fish-friendly: the Ferguson blades and central drum turn in a rolling motion at the speed of the river, creating a “water cushion” that helps fish avoid contact. Rotors also smooth flow rates, reducing erosion, protecting shorelines and creating slower pools that help fish travelling against the current. There are no emissions and no significant civil engineering required.
Waterotors are currently designed for uni-directional, constant flow, such as major ocean currents. A new tidal system is in development, with a pilot project in the Bay of Fundy.
Waterotor cannot operate where the submerged flow stops moving. It will work beneath a surface ice sheet if the waterway is deep enough, and it is robust and unaffected by ice particles.
On the 1,000 watt Waterotor, the mean time between failure for all parts is a minimum of 10 years. On larger Waterotors, all components are designed to last a minimum of 20 years. Waterotor intends to offer a one year warranty on all products.
Probably, if you live in North America or parts of Europe, and Waterotor is looking into those requirements. Our target markets are the 1.2 billion people who have no electricity today and the millions of homes and businesses running on diesel generators, where permits will likely be minimal or not required.
Contact us to explore investment opportunities and learn more about our technology.