Industry and stakeholders from across Canada and the world are invited to explore the future of hydropower in North America at WaterPower Canada’s conference on October 6-8, 2021.
OTTAWA, ON, June 15, 2021 /CNW/ – WaterPower Canada today announced its annual Canadian Waterpower Week will be held virtually from October 6 to 8, 2021. The Conference will explore hydropower’s evolving role in our clean-energy mix as we build toward net-zero emissions in Canada.
More than 400 industry stakeholders, representing Canada, U.S. and abroad, will navigate the key issues and opportunities facing the sector. Over three days of programming, attendees will gain exclusive insights and network with key industry stakeholders, including decision-makers from hydropower generators, senior executives, supply chain experts, and representatives from government, academia and think tanks.
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“The next 10 years are critical to advance the projects and investments that will be needed to achieve Canada’s Paris Agreement climate targets, and to build toward net zero from there. This Conference for Canada’s original and largest clean and renewable energy industry will explore the major competitive advantages that hydropower presents as we phase out coal, increase clean power production, and advance electrification and green hydrogen. Join us at this milestone event. It will be an unparalleled opportunity to navigate this path together.”
– Patrick Bateman, Interim President, WaterPower Canada
“I am pleased to participate in this major industry meeting hosted by WaterPower Canada. We will have the opportunity to continue our discussions to identify the fastest and most economical ways to achieve the goal of carbon neutrality in North America through greater collaboration between the various players in the renewable energy scene.”
– Sophie Brochu, President and Chief Executive Officer, Hydro-Québec
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