Hydro-Québec has entered into an energy partnership with Nunavik

In Nunavik, Hydro-Québec operates approximately twenty thermal power stations to provide electricity to various communities in the territory. By entering into this partnership, Tarquti will be able to undertake projects to replace power plants that use diesel with renewable energies. These projects, according to the Crown corporation, are tailored to the needs and interests of communities in the region.

This partnership is an important step for Nunavik’s Inuit communities so they can continue to develop the skills they need to set up their own renewable energy projects that are environmentally friendly and [de leurs] valuesthe press release continues.

Tarquti was created in 2017 and belongs to Nunavik. It does energy projects there while creating local jobs.

The success of energy transfer depends on the mobilization of all key players in the clean energy sector, as well as our local and regional organizations, including land companies.said Makivik company president Pita Atami. Thanks to its exclusive relationship with Hydro-Québec, Tarquti is well positioned to develop and share its expertise for the benefit of our communities.He added.

For her part, the President and CEO of Hydro-Québec, Sophie Brochu the commitment, motivation and determination of [Tarquti] and its desire that renewable energy projects in Nunavik be developed and fully owned and operated by local and regional communities.

” This agreement is definitely proof of our desire to support indigenous communities wishing to manage their development projects. “

Mrs. believes. Brochu na the energy transfer of autonomous networks can only be implemented by and for those most affected.

Thermal power plants produce only 1% of the electricity in the Hydro-Québec network, but are responsible for 43% of its greenhouse gases.