Ottawa, December 19, 2022 — The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) acknowledges that the energy supplies that were provided for in calls for tender for 1,000 MW of wind energy and 1,300 MW of renewable energy will be covered in full by a new mechanism, to be established over the coming months, which will target the development of over 4,000 megawatts of wind energy in suitable areas.
“We are familiar with Quebec’s future energy needs, and we will work with the government and Hydro-Québec to kickstart the next round of procurement,” said Jean Habel, CanREA’s Director for Quebec and Atlantic Canada. “We will collaborate with all stakeholders and reiterate the importance of predictability and flexibility in future procurements.”
CanREA’s 2050 vision, “Powering Canada’s Journey to Net-Zero,” outlines a scenario in which wind and solar energy will represent the majority of additional power needed to help the electricity system reach net zero and to reduce GHG emissions in Canada’s industrial, transportation and building sectors. This vision implies a major increase of current installed capacity over the next three decades.
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“We are familiar with Quebec’s future energy needs, and we will work with the government and Hydro-Québec to kickstart the next round of procurement. “We will collaborate with all stakeholders and reiterate the importance of predictability and flexibility in future procurements.”
— Jean Habel, Director for Quebec and Atlantic Canada, Canadian Renewable Energy Association
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About the Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA)
The Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) is the voice for wind energy, solar energy and energy storage solutions that will power Canada’s energy future. We work to create the conditions for a modern energy system through stakeholder advocacy and public engagement. Our diverse members are uniquely positioned to deliver clean, low-cost, reliable, flexible and scalable solutions for Canada’s energy needs. For more information on how Canada can use wind energy, solar energy and energy storage to achieve its net-zero commitments by 2050, read Powering Canada’s journey to Net-Zero – CanREA’s 2050 Vision.
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