819.780.9667
Manufacturer and Developer of
Innovative Hybrid Energy Storage
Stephane Bilodeau
Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer
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819.780.9667
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Sherbrooke, Quebec, CANADA
Stephane Bilodeau, Ph.D., P.Eng., Fellow Engineers Canada
Dr. Stéphane Bilodeau is one of the co-founders of Smart Phases Inc., Chairman of its Board, and Chief Technology Officer. He is a distinguished academic, cleantech engineer, and sustainability advocate with over two decades of experience in advancing energy systems, bioengineering, artificial intelligence (AI), and fluid dynamics. Holding a Ph.D. in fluid mechanics and advanced thermodynamics, Stéphane’s work focuses on integrating clean technologies, phase change materials, AI, and the Internet of Things (IoT) to address pressing challenges in sustainability and health and safety.
In academia, Stéphane has dedicated more than 20 years to teaching and mentoring future engineers at the Université de Sherbrooke's Mechanical Engineering Department. Currently, he serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Bioengineering Department at McGill University, contributing to the Continuous Program Evaluation and Improvement Committee. His academic roles highlight his commitment to fostering innovation and enhancing engineering education to prepare students for a rapidly evolving technological landscape.
As the Chief Science Officer at IBEC (Integrated Bioscience and Built Environment Consortium), Stéphane leads initiatives that bridge the gap between bioscience, technology, and the built environment. His expertise in sustainable development, AI-driven solutions, and health-centric technologies positions him at the forefront of interdisciplinary innovation.
Stéphane is a dedicated member of Engineers Associations across Canada. He serves as Chairman of the Public Affairs Advisory Committee at Engineers Canada, representing over 300,000 engineers nationwide. Additionally, he chairs the Scholarships and Awards Committee for the FOIQ (Fondation de l’Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec), supporting the professional growth and recognition of engineering talent. His leadership in these roles underscores his passion for policy, education, and the future of the engineering profession.
Beyond academia and professional associations, Stéphane is the Founder and Chief Technology Officer of Smart Phases Inc., a company dedicated to developing advanced clean technologies. Recognized as a Fellow of Engineers Canada, he is also a thought leader and contributor to platforms such as Energy Central, Towards Data Science, and The Startup on Medium, where he shares insights on energy, innovation, and sustainability.
Stéphane Bilodeau’s career is defined by his commitment to harnessing science, technology, and engineering to create a sustainable, resilient, and healthier future for all.
Work Experience
February 2007 - ...
January 2022 - ...
May 2013 - ... (OIQ: 2006-2015)
Smart Phases Inc (Plattsburgh, NY)/ Novacab Inc.
Chief Technology Officer Co-Founder, he carried on many innovative Energy Storage and Energy Management projects in Vehicles and Buildings.
He supervises teams deploying and developing different innovations in energy storage and energy management, exploiting energy recycling, renewable energy, smart grid technologies, and thermal storage.
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He supervised a team developing and producing different thermal storage and energy management systems exploiting energy recycling and thermal storage through phase change materials.
Department of Bioengineering, McGill University (Montreal).
Faculty of Engineering Adjunct professor and Lecturer for the Thermodynamics in Bioengineering and Transport Phenomena courses. Involved in Canadian bioengineering competitions as a judge in the BioDesign Canadian Synergy Competition 2023 and 2024 and as a contributor to the BioCase Competition since 2022, supporting organizers for challenges on Sustainability, Ethics, and Design by participants working on bioengineering solutions to a specific problem in one of the competition domains, notably biotech, and biomedical. He is a member of the Bioengineering Continuous Program Evaluation and Improvement Committee.
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University of Sherbrooke, Faculty of Engineering, Sherbrooke, Quebec
Associate Professor (April 2003-April 2009)
Lecturer (May 1994 to April 2003; May 2009-2017)
Thermodynamics and Applied Thermodynamics courses and the Heating and Air Conditioning course. Development of a new course: Energetics. Co-director for different master’s and Doctoral Students with projects linked with thermodynamics, fluids dynamics, phase change, and transport phenomena.
His publications appeared in the ASHRAE Journal, International Journal of Heat and Mass Transfer, IEA Proceedings (International Energy Agency), SAE Proceedings, and others.
Engineers Canada, Ottawa, Ontario
Chairman of the Public Affairs Advisory Committee (previously Vice-Chair, from 2013-2022); Director, Member of the Board (2013-2016); Member of the Executive Committee (2014-2015); Currently Vice-Chair of the Public Affairs Advisory Committee, he has been on the BGE Committee, the Linkage Task Force, on the Executive Committee of Engineers Canada in 2014-2015, and was Engineers Canada’s Board Representative on the CEAB (Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board) in 2013-2014.
Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec (OIQ), Montreal, Quebec
President (2014); Vice-President Public Affairs / 1st VP (2012-2014), Vice-President Finance (2009-2012)
Member of the Board (2006-2015)
As an active member of the Board at the Ordre des ingénieurs du Québec for more than eight years, he has continuously been involved in different standing committees and work groups. He was President of the OIQ in 2014 after serving as Vice-President of Public Affairs (2 years), Vice-President of Finances (3 years), and Chair of the Ethics Committee (1 year).
SOCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL CONTRIBUTION
Dr. Stephane Bilodeau is a distinguished leader whose contributions span the realms of engineering, sustainability, and community development. As co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer of Smart Phases, Stephane’s expertise in thermodynamics and energy systems has been instrumental in advancing innovative solutions for energy efficiency and resilience. His technical vision has guided the integration of Novacab’s Thermal Energy Storage System (TESS) into diverse industries, helping businesses harness waste heat and reduce their environmental footprint.
With decades of experience in research, development, and deployment of sustainable technologies, Dr. Bilodeau has earned a reputation for excellence in engineering and problem-solving. His work has not only led to significant advancements in energy management but has also influenced broader industry practices, promoting a shift towards more sustainable and resilient infrastructures.
Beyond his professional achievements, He is deeply committed to social and community initiatives touching on climate, health, sustainability, and more. He actively supports educational programs aimed at inspiring the next generation of engineers and innovators. Through public speaking, mentorship, and community engagement, Stephane advocates for the importance of sustainable practices and technological innovation in addressing global challenges.
He has also published a book on Entropy which is published by Amazon: The Arrow of Time - Entropy and Everyday Life: A Survival Guide to Our Entropic Universe
Stephane Bilodeau’s dual commitment to professional excellence and social impact underscores his belief that innovation should serve both industry and society. His contributions continue to inspire progress, bridging the gap between technological advancement and community well-being.
Professional Experience
2021-
United Nations Office for Project Services, Copenhagen, Denmark
Independent International Contractor Recognized specialist and leader in advanced mechanical engineering, energy, fluids, and sustainability best practices and risk mitigations, he reviews major projects (mostly related to healthcare, education, and institutional facilities in various countries in Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas).
2021-
Leadership Contribution in International and Mutlidiscplinary Initiatives
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Chief Science Officer of IBEC, the Integrated Bioscience and Built Environment (since 2023)
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Active Member of the World Health Network, contributing to the World Health Network as an editor, chairing the Covid Action Group meetings, and as the Indoor Air Quality Task Forces coordinator (since 2021) and is an active member of the Canadian Aerosols Transmission Coalition, both with stakeholders in the international scientific community; he has notably contributed with various conferences to institutions and officials from USA, Canada, the Poland SEJM Parliamentary Committee on COVID-19 pandemic; the Simon Fraser University Institute for Humanities and more.
2013-2024
Expert Contributor for Energy and AI-Related Initiatives
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US DOE OEE Office Reviewer for the Energy Storage Program Annual Peer Review in collaboration with the Sandia National Laboratories (since 2017)
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An expert contributor to Energy Central (2017-…) and TowardsDataScience and #TheStartup in Medium (2019-…).
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Watson and Cloud Foundations 2019 Certificate/Badge (IBM Watson is Data and AI for smarter business & IBM Watson service on the IBM Cloud) issued by IBM/Acclaim
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Chairman of the Energy Storage and Smart Grid Technologies Forum, Energy Storage Market and Technologies Session at the 2013 New Energy Forum of the Euro-Asia Economic Forum in Xi’an, China
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Contributor speaking at POWER-GEN & Renewable Energy World - Europe 2014 in Cologne, Germany.
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