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Agenda


8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
  1. Registration and breakfast

    Tuesday, May 14 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM



8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
  1. Welcome and opening remarks

    Tuesday, May 14 8:30 AM - 9:00 AM



9:00 AM - 9:15 AM
  1. Remarks

    Tuesday, May 14 9:00 AM - 9:15 AM

    Panelist(s)


9:15 AM - 9:25 AM
  1. Remarks - Hydro-Quebec

    Tuesday, May 14 9:15 AM - 9:25 AM

    Panelist(s)



9:25 AM - 10:00 AM
  1. Panel - Working together to develop renewable energy in Quebec

    Tuesday, May 14 9:25 AM - 10:00 AM

    Moderator(s)
    Panelist(s)


    This panel will be an opportunity to hear the perspectives of the various associations that are at the heart of renewable energy industry and development in Quebec. Join us to hear the priorities of the Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA), Hydrogen Québec, the Association québécoise de la production d’énergie renouvelable (AQPER) and the Association de l’industrie électrique au Québec (AIEQ).

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
  1. Wellness and networking break

    Tuesday, May 14 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM




10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
  1. Discussion - Sustainable investment at the heart of the energy transition

    Tuesday, May 14 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

    Moderator(s)
    Panelist(s)


    Buildings, industries and transportation are critical to the decarbonization of the economy. For this to be successful, it is important that capital support this transition. This discussion will describe the vision of the Caisse de dépôt et placements du Québec (CDPQ)’s investment portfolio, whose dual mandate is to provide optimal performance for depositors while contributing to the development of a strong and sustainable economy.   

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
  1. Discussion - Universal Standards for Sustainable Development

    Tuesday, May 14 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

    Moderator(s)
    Panelist(s)


    The International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Foundation leads the development of standards for the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISBB), a global sustainable development database. Since its creation in 2021, at COP26 in Glasgow, this Foundation has been committed to standardizing climate change information. This discussion will focus on sustainable investing, ESG criteria, the impact of renewable production in achieving net zero, and more 

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
  1. Discussion - Combining growth and decarbonization to make Quebec greener and more prosperous 

    Tuesday, May 14 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

    Moderator(s)
    Panelist(s)


    The energy deployment envisioned in Hydro-Québec’s 2035 action plan will enable Quebec to become greener and more independent. But it will be a daunting task to achieve our climate goals along with economic growth, environment and social equity targets. This discussion with Karl Blackburn, President of the Conseil du Patronat du Quebec, will focus on Quebec’s energy needs for decarbonization, in the context of limited supply and high pressure on both supply chains and labour

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  1. Lunch and networking

    Tuesday, May 14 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM




1:00 PM - 1:55 PM
  1. Panel - Development, construction and installation of renewable projects: Past, present and future

    Tuesday, May 14 1:00 PM - 1:55 PM

    Moderator(s)
    Panelist(s)


    Strong logistical support is a pillar for the deployment of the renewable energy needed to decarbonize the economy. This session will discuss the logistical challenges and their impacts on Quebec’s renewable energy industry over the next decade, in light of Hydro-Quebec’s commitment to achieve 60 TWh by 2035. The discussion will consider the importance of transportation (ports, roads, etc.), labour shortages, and key environmental considerations related to deployment. 

2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
  1. Keynote address

    Tuesday, May 14 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM

    Moderator(s)
    Panelist(s)



2:45 PM - 3:15 PM
  1. Wellness and networking break

    Tuesday, May 14 2:45 PM - 3:15 PM




3:15 PM - 4:00 PM
  1. Panel - Utilities and ISOs collaboration at the forefront of the electricity transition

    Tuesday, May 14 3:15 PM - 4:00 PM

    Moderator(s)
    Panelist(s)


    Join us for a dynamic panel discussion on utilities and independent system operators at the forefront of North America's electricity transition. We will delve into their collaborative efforts to scale up transmission infrastructure while navigating the acceleration of decarbonization demands and ensuring affordability, reliability, and successful emission reductions. Discover how these organizations balance short-term needs with long-term sustainability goals to meet renewable energy targets effectively. 

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  1. Panel - Innovative solutions to decarbonize the whole sector in Quebec

    Tuesday, May 14 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

    Moderator(s)
    Panelist(s)


    The successful decarbonization of the electricity system is a key step for Quebec’s energy transition. However, all sectors of the economy will need to be decarbonized to achieve net-zero emissions. This session will focus on innovative solutions that will lead to the decarbonization of the entire economy, including buildings, industries and transportation, as well as the need to involve all stakeholders in the discussion. 

5:00 PM - 5:05 PM
  1. Closing remarks

    Tuesday, May 14 5:00 PM - 5:05 PM



5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  1. CanREA Connects—Québec: Networking reception (separate registration necessary)

    Tuesday, May 14 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM




Location

DoubleTree by Hilton Montreal
1255, rue Jeanne-Mance,
Montréal, Québec
H5B 1E5

Rate per night: $295

Reversation Link or call toll-free number 1-800-361-8234

Cut-off date to make your reservation: April 26, 2024

Additional Information

Contact
events@renewablesassociation.ca