Students Receive Energy Scholarships and Innovation Grants

Twenty Nova Scotia students have earned the Pengrowth-Nova Scotia Energy Scholarship or the Energy Innovation Grant which support their pursuit of energy-related studies at post-secondary institutions.

“Nova Scotia is a North American leader in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and many young people want to be a part of the solutions that help us continue to reach our climate change goals,” said Energy and Mines Minister Derek Mombourquette. “By supporting students today, we are ensuring we have leaders tomorrow that will guide us toward a cleaner energy future.”

Eight young Nova Scotians enrolled in university programs will receive a renewable scholarship of $2,500 per year for four years. Eight other students enrolled in trades and technology programs at the Nova Scotia Community College will receive a one-time scholarship of $2,500.

Four masters-level students have earned a $7,500 grant to support their research in the energy sector.

Quotes:

“When I got the call telling me I received this award, I felt unbelievably overjoyed. I was actually at work and made sure to call my parents right away to tell them the great news. Receiving this award has truly helped me through university, and I wouldn’t be able to attend without it."

– Aedan Sheffar, undergraduate student, Dalhousie University, Halifax

“I was ecstatic when I found out I would receive the Energy Innovation Grant. This is a big part of what facilitates my research and pushes the development of greener technologies."

– Benjamin Smith, masters student, Dalhousie University

Quick Facts:

• about 280 scholarships have been awarded since 2005
• recipients are chosen based on academic standing, community involvement and interest in the Nova Scotia energy industry

Additional Resources:

Pengrowth-Nova Scotia Energy Scholarship recipients and information: https://energy.novascotia.ca/career-development/scholarship-program