This report compiles the findings of the 2020 survey for the Canadian Bioheat Database and includes 462 bioheat projects of which 76 are new additions. Comparing the March 2020 update to previous years shows clear industry trends, including:
- Regulatory regime and government procurement policies significantly impact bioheat industry growth, with a critical mass of projects forming in jurisdictions and at scales with minimal project-specific permitting requirements and/or strong government procurement policies.
- Institutions, including schools and hospitals, continue to be the strongest market for bioheat in Canada, but the commercial market is growing.