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Global Power Technologies Celebrates 50 Years of Innovation

Global Power Technologies May 15, 2025 8:15:00 AM

This year, Global Power Technologies marks 50 years of reliable power solutions that keep critical energy infrastructure operating, even in the world's most challenging environments.

Since 1975, when seven former 3M engineers brought space-tested technology to Alberta, Global Power Technologies has evolved from a specialized manufacturer to an industry leader with more than 40,000 power systems deployed across more than 55 countries. The company's systems are used to power off-grid critical industrial devices at wells, pipelines or remote telecommunication towers; and their clean air systems reduce methane emissions in the oil and gas industry.

"Our founding technology powered lunar telemetry for decades, and went on to power decades of reliable power for the energy industry," said Laura Kennedy, CEO. "We've maintained our commitment to uncompromising reliability while adapting to emerging industry challenges, including renewable integration and methane emission reduction solutions."

Global Power Technologies’ journey began with thermoelectric generators (TEGs) designed for NASA’s Apollo program. Today, the company's expanded portfolio includes Solar Hybrid TEGs combining renewable energy with 99.9% reliability, MX PrimeGen systems delivering up to 6kW of continuous power, and EZ Air instrument air solutions that eliminate pneumatic methane venting at oil and gas facilities.

Following a 2019 management buyout, co-owners Laura Kennedy and Collin Newman have positioned Global Power Technologies at the intersection of infrastructure reliability and emissions reduction.

"The energy sector faces dual imperatives: maintain operational integrity while meeting stricter environmental standards," continued Kennedy. "Our solutions address both challenges by providing the reliable power needed for operational excellence while helping producers achieve their emissions targets."

Despite current economic headwinds facing North America's energy sector, Global Power Technologies remains committed to innovation and reliability as it looks toward the next 50 years. 

About Global Power Technologies

Global Power Technologies is powering the off-grid energy transition with ultra-reliable industrial power and clean air systems. For 50 years, we have helped the world's largest energy and infrastructure companies address critical off-grid energy challenges by balancing the energy trilemma: reliability, affordability, and sustainability. 

Our solutions use technology originally developed for NASA and are trusted by industry leaders worldwide to enable continuous operations and emission abatement in over 40,000 installations deployed globally across more than 55 countries.