AquaVeritas Research
Because integrity matters.
Sustainable resource development is the foundation of stable and long-term economic growth, and is essential to support the widespread adoption of renewable energy sources. However, misinformation about renewable energy can make it difficult to disentangle fact from fiction, and can influence decisions around participation in the Blue Economy and the clean energy transition. Evidence-based decision-making relies on robust scientific data, expert knowledge and stakeholder input to guide decisions that are transparent, effective and accountable. Indeed, scientific evidence is crucial for clarifying misconceptions – it is credible, disarming, informative and empowering – and is the cornerstone for services provided by AquaVeritas Research.
Who are we?
AquaVeritas Research is a science-based consultancy in Atlantic Canada that serves as a source of expert knowledge, and provides evidence-based support to help organizations plan, execute, and communicate their projects with confidence. Grounded in strong ethical and professional standards, our work is solutions-focused and emphasizes accuracy, inclusivity and collaboration. We believe that trustworthy research not only informs better decisions, but also strengthens relationships between organizations, stakeholders and communities. At AquaVeritas Research, we don’t just deliver results – we uphold the principles that make those results meaningful.
We are on a mission.
At AquaVeritas Research, our core values—integrity, credibility, authenticity, and transparency—form the foundation of everything we do. These guiding principles shape our company culture, inform decision-making, and build lasting trust with our clients and partners. By adhering to high ethical standards, ensuring rigorous and reliable research, and openly sharing our processes, we set ourselves apart as a trusted source of scientific expertise. Our commitment to these values drives our success and helps our clients achieve theirs throughout Atlantic Canada and beyond.​
Our core values:
Integrity – Upholding honesty, rigour and transparency in every aspect of research.
Credibility – Delivering thoroughly researched, reliable and trustworthy recommendations.
Authenticity – Ensuring accuracy, inclusivity and alignment with our core values.
Transparency – Sharing processes openly to ensure reproducibility and accountability.
How can we help?
Strategic Planning
Detail-oriented, constructive guidance and strategic planning support for organizations and their projects.
Research Support
Proficiency in scientific writing, delivery of comprehensive literature reviews and development of synthesis documents and reports to support client projects.
Research Proposal & Grant Writing
Support for funding proposals by sourcing and integrating relevant scientific literature and resources to strengthen client applications.
Project Development
Advising on the scope and scale of R&D programs and assisting with environmental monitoring programs to support licensing and permitting.
Knowledge Sharing & Engagement
Scoping, planning and delivery of engagement sessions including workshops, forums and conferences to promote dialogue with stakeholders and rights holders.
Daniel J. Hasselman, PhD.
Dan Hasselman is the Founder and Principal of AquaVeritas Research, where he specializes in strategic planning and offers expertise in assessing how human activities impact aquatic ecosystems, with a focus on sustainable development of marine renewable energy resources in Canada. Dan is a marine biologist and holds a PhD (Biology) from Dalhousie University, and has served as a Research Associate at both the University of Washington and the University of California, Santa Cruz. Dan has over 15 years of experience in senior scientific leadership roles and over two decades of experience engaging with the international research community, forging partnerships with stakeholders and Indigenous organizations, and working closely with government and regulatory bodies in both Canada and the United States.