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Clean Energy BC The Clean Energy Association of British Columbia (CEBC) has been the voice of BC’s clean energy industry for over 30 years.

Our mission is to support BC’s transition to low-carbon energy through effective policy and clean energy electrification. Clean Energy BC's page carries news about clean energy projects, policy, practices, people and events in British Columbia and elsewhere.

First Nations Energy Summit Sponsor Announcement: Gigawatt SponsorCEBC is pleased to recognize Goldwind as a Gigawatt Sp...
10/08/2026

First Nations Energy Summit Sponsor Announcement: Gigawatt Sponsor

CEBC is pleased to recognize Goldwind as a Gigawatt Sponsor of the 2026 First Nations Energy Summit.

Goldwind is a global clean energy company focused on wind power and integrated energy solutions. With more than 20 years of experience in wind energy, the company works across energy development, equipment, services and energy use, with a focus on helping build smarter, more reliable and more sustainable power systems. Goldwind’s solutions span wind generation, energy storage, digital energy management and other clean energy technologies.

Goldwind’s North American operations include activity in Canada, where the company has delivered wind technology and continues to support renewable energy development.

Through its global clean energy platform, Goldwind works to optimize the connections between generation, the grid, load and storage by integrating clean energy technologies with digital solutions. Its broader objective is to help increase renewable energy utilization while supporting more flexible and resilient energy systems.

Learn more about Goldwind:
https://www.goldwind.com/en/

We are grateful for Goldwind’s support of FNES 2026 and for its contribution to the conversations, technologies and partnerships helping advance British Columbia’s clean energy and electricity future.

FNES brings together First Nations, government, industry, utilities, academia, community partners and emerging leaders to exchange knowledge, build and strengthen relationships, and explore the opportunities shaping British Columbia’s clean energy future.

Registration is now open. Explore our growing agenda and speaker lineup, learn more about Indigenous Travel Support and the Emerging Leaders Program, and secure your spot:
https://ow.ly/9H2t50ZJ2oG

Interested in getting involved in FNES 2026? For sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities, please email [email protected].

Together, we power the future.

First Nations Energy Summit 2026 Speaker AnnouncementCEBC is pleased to welcome Justin Rangooni, President & CEO of Ener...
10/08/2026

First Nations Energy Summit 2026 Speaker Announcement

CEBC is pleased to welcome Justin Rangooni, President & CEO of Energy Storage Canada, as moderator of the Clean Capacity & Long-Duration Storage panel at the 2026 First Nations Energy Summit.

Justin is a lawyer and senior energy sector leader with more than a decade of experience advancing energy policy, market frameworks and government relations across Canada’s electricity sector. Since becoming President of Energy Storage Canada in 2019, he has helped grow the organization into a national voice for the energy storage industry.

Founded in 2016, Energy Storage Canada is a national, not-for-profit trade association representing more than 100 organizations across the energy storage value chain, including developers, technology providers, utilities, engineering and construction firms, service providers, professional services companies and NGOs. The organization works to advance the responsible development and deployment of energy storage through advocacy, education, collaboration and research.

Justin brings extensive knowledge of Canada’s electricity markets, policy landscape and emerging storage opportunities to the Clean Capacity & Long-Duration Storage panel. The discussion will explore the role of energy storage and other clean capacity solutions in supporting grid flexibility and reliability, integrating new generation and meeting British Columbia’s growing electricity needs.

FNES brings together First Nations, government, industry, utilities, academia, community partners and emerging leaders to exchange knowledge, build and strengthen relationships, and explore the opportunities shaping British Columbia’s clean energy future.

To help reduce barriers to participation, complimentary registration is available for up to two designated representatives from BC First Nation communities, along with eligible travel support provided through post-conference reimbursement. Travel support may also be available for Métis representatives.

Our Indigenous Youth Emerging Leaders Program is also returning for FNES 2026, creating opportunities for First Nations youth ages 18–35 to attend the Summit, build connections and explore pathways in clean energy and the electricity sector. Nominations close October 26, 2026. Self-nominations are welcome.

November 30 + December 1, 2026
The Westin Bayshore, Vancouver

Registration is now open. Explore our growing agenda and speaker lineup, learn more about Indigenous Travel Support and the Emerging Leaders Program, and secure your spot:
https://ow.ly/9H2t50ZJ2oG

Together, we power the future.

First Nations Energy Summit 2026 Speaker AnnouncementCEBC is pleased to welcome Sabrina Harbec, Head of Corporate Relati...
10/07/2026

First Nations Energy Summit 2026 Speaker Announcement

CEBC is pleased to welcome Sabrina Harbec, Head of Corporate Relations – North America at Nordex, as a speaker on the panel Workforce of the Future: Training, Trades & Equity Employment at the 2026 First Nations Energy Summit.

At Nordex, Sabrina leads government relations, Indigenous community relations, communications, public policy, strategic partnerships and stakeholder engagement across Canada and the United States. Based in Montréal, she works with governments, Indigenous partners and organizations across the renewable energy sector to support inclusive, community-centred and economically viable clean energy development.

Before joining Nordex, Sabrina held senior leadership roles at Hydro-Québec, including Director – Business Clients and Energy Solutions, and previously spent nearly a decade with ArcelorMittal Exploration minière Canada. Her experience spans energy strategy, decarbonization, strategic procurement, business development and engagement with Indigenous communities.

Sabrina brings a strong cross-sector perspective to the Workforce of the Future: Training, Trades & Equity Employment panel as speakers explore the people and skills needed to build the next generation of clean energy and electricity infrastructure, including training and career pathways, skilled trades and equity employment.

FNES brings together First Nations, government, industry, utilities, academia, community partners and emerging leaders to exchange knowledge, build and strengthen relationships, and explore the opportunities shaping British Columbia’s clean energy future.

To help reduce barriers to participation, complimentary registration is available for up to two designated representatives from BC First Nation communities, along with eligible travel support provided through post-conference reimbursement. Travel support may also be available for Métis representatives.

Our Indigenous Youth Emerging Leaders Program is also returning for FNES 2026, creating opportunities for First Nations youth ages 18–35 to attend the Summit, build connections and explore pathways in clean energy and the electricity sector. Nominations close October 26, 2026. Self-nominations are welcome.

November 30 + December 1, 2026
The Westin Bayshore, Vancouver

Registration is now open. Explore our growing agenda and speaker lineup, learn more about Indigenous Travel Support and the Emerging Leaders Program, and secure your spot:

https://ow.ly/9H2t50ZJ2oG

Together, we power the future.

First Nations Energy Summit Sponsor Announcement: Kilowatt SponsorCEBC is pleased to recognize BluEarth Renewables as a ...
10/07/2026

First Nations Energy Summit Sponsor Announcement: Kilowatt Sponsor

CEBC is pleased to recognize BluEarth Renewables as a Kilowatt Sponsor of the 2026 First Nations Energy Summit.

BluEarth Renewables is a Canadian renewable energy company committed to bringing more clean energy to the power grid every day. Celebrating 15 years in 2025, BluEarth brings experience across the full project lifecycle, including development, acquisitions, regulatory processes, financing, engineering and construction, operations and maintenance.

BluEarth’s renewable energy portfolio includes more than 750 MWAC of projects in operation, under construction or supported by power purchase agreements, along with more than 7 GW of development projects being actively advanced. The company also provides third-party operating support for more than 300 MW of wind and solar facilities across North America.

In 2025, BluEarth completed construction and commissioned the quA-ymn Solar Facility and was recognized among Canada’s Greenest Employers, Alberta’s Top Employers, and Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employers.

Learn more about BluEarth Renewables:
https://bluearthrenewables.com

We are grateful for BluEarth Renewables’ continued support of FNES and for its contribution to the conversations, relationships and opportunities helping advance renewable energy development across British Columbia.

FNES brings together First Nations, government, industry, utilities, academia, community partners and emerging leaders to exchange knowledge, build and strengthen relationships, and explore the opportunities shaping British Columbia’s clean energy future.

Registration is now open. Explore our growing agenda and speaker lineup, learn more about Indigenous Travel Support and the Emerging Leaders Program, and secure your spot:
https://ow.ly/9H2t50ZJ2oG

Interested in getting involved in FNES 2026? For sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities, please email [email protected].

Together, we power the future.

First Nations Energy Summit Sponsor Announcement: Megawatt SponsorCEBC is pleased to recognize CIMA+ as a Megawatt Spons...
10/06/2026

First Nations Energy Summit Sponsor Announcement: Megawatt Sponsor

CEBC is pleased to recognize CIMA+ as a Megawatt Sponsor of the 2026 First Nations Energy Summit.

CIMA+ is one of Canada’s largest privately owned consulting engineering firms, providing services across Energy and Resources, Infrastructure, Transportation, Buildings, Project Management, Operational and Digital Technologies, and Earth and Environment. Founded in 1990, the company now has more than 45 offices and over 3,700 employees across Canada, many of whom share ownership in the firm. Its multidisciplinary teams are focused on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions that respond to complex infrastructure, environmental and energy needs.

Within the energy and power sector, CIMA+ works across hydropower and dams, wind and solar, power transmission and distribution, transmission lines, substations, smart grids, distribution networks, energy storage, and power system studies and interconnections. Its teams support projects across the full lifecycle, bringing together technical expertise and practical solutions to help strengthen and modernize energy systems.

Learn more about CIMA+:
https://www.cima.ca/

We are grateful for CIMA+’s support of FNES 2026 and for its contribution to the conversations, partnerships and infrastructure solutions helping shape British Columbia’s clean energy and electricity future.

FNES brings together First Nations, government, industry, utilities, academia, community partners and emerging leaders to exchange knowledge, build and strengthen relationships, and explore the opportunities shaping British Columbia’s clean energy future.

Registration is now open. Explore our growing agenda and speaker lineup, learn more about Indigenous Travel Support and the Emerging Leaders Program, and secure your spot:
https://ow.ly/9H2t50ZJ2oG

Interested in getting involved in FNES 2026? For sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities, please email [email protected].

Together, we power the future.

First Nations Energy Summit 2026 Speaker AnnouncementCEBC is pleased to welcome Edgard Villanueva-Cruz, Indigenous Innov...
10/06/2026

First Nations Energy Summit 2026 Speaker Announcement

CEBC is pleased to welcome Edgard Villanueva-Cruz, Indigenous Innovation Lead at ClimateDoor and Founder and CEO of Turtle Island Connections, as moderator of the Indigenous Emerging Leaders Panel at the 2026 First Nations Energy Summit.

Edgard’s work is focused on aligning resource and energy development with Indigenous sovereignty, sustainable development and long-term economic opportunity. His experience spans reclamation, stakeholder relations, community engagement, training pathways and complex industry and community negotiations.

Through Turtle Island Connections and his work with ClimateDoor, Edgard is focused on empowering Nations, strengthening economic opportunities and helping develop systems and partnerships that support meaningful Indigenous participation throughout the lifecycle of major projects.

As a youth leader working at the intersection of Indigenous communities, innovation, energy and economic development, Edgard brings an important perspective to the Indigenous Emerging Leaders Panel and to the conversations FNES is creating for the next generation of leaders entering the sector.

Our Indigenous Youth Emerging Leaders Program is returning for FNES 2026, creating an opportunity for First Nations youth ages 18–35 to attend the Summit, connect directly with leaders from across the clean energy and electricity sectors, build relationships and explore future career and leadership pathways.

Selected Emerging Leaders receive complimentary registration to FNES 2026 along with eligible travel support, including accommodations, travel and meals. Participants will have opportunities to connect with First Nations, industry, government, utilities and other sector leaders while being recognized as part of the 2026 Emerging Leaders cohort.

Eligible participants must be a member of a BC First Nation and between the ages of 18 and 35 as of December 1, 2026. Self-nominations are welcome. Nominations close October 26, 2026.

Learn more and submit a nomination:
https://ow.ly/f86950ZUYRv

November 30 + December 1, 2026
The Westin Bayshore, Vancouver

FNES brings together First Nations, government, industry, utilities, academia, community partners and emerging leaders to exchange knowledge, strengthen relationships and explore the opportunities shaping British Columbia’s clean energy and electricity future.

Learn more and secure your seat today:
https://ow.ly/9H2t50ZJ2oG

Together, we power the future.

Some of the best parts of the First Nations Energy Summit never make it onto the agenda.They happen between sessions, ar...
10/05/2026

Some of the best parts of the First Nations Energy Summit never make it onto the agenda.

They happen between sessions, around the tradeshow floor, over coffee, and during the conversations that start with a quick introduction and turn into something more.

FNES creates two days of space to strengthen existing relationships, make new connections, and spend time with people working across First Nations, clean energy, electricity, government, utilities, industry, and communities.

Come be part of this year’s Summit!

November 30 + December 1, 2026
The Westin Bayshore, Vancouver

Register for FNES 2026:
https://ow.ly/9H2t50ZJ2oG
Together, we power the future.

First Nations Energy Summit Sponsor Announcement: Megawatt SponsorCEBC is pleased to recognize McCarthy Tétrault as a Me...
10/02/2026

First Nations Energy Summit Sponsor Announcement: Megawatt Sponsor

CEBC is pleased to recognize McCarthy Tétrault as a Megawatt Sponsor of the 2026 First Nations Energy Summit.

McCarthy Tétrault is a leading Canadian law firm providing legal and business solutions to clients across Canada and internationally. With offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Toronto, Montréal, Québec City, New York and London, U.K., the firm brings together expertise across a broad range of industries and areas of law.

Its work spans Indigenous law, energy, infrastructure, environmental law, banking and financial services, capital markets, construction, project development and investment. Through this cross-practice approach, McCarthy Tétrault supports clients navigating complex projects, partnerships, transactions and the evolving legal and regulatory landscape surrounding major infrastructure and energy development.

Learn more about McCarthy Tétrault:
https://www.mccarthy.ca/

We are grateful for McCarthy Tétrault’s support of FNES 2026 and for its contribution to the conversations, partnerships and opportunities shaping First Nations participation and leadership across British Columbia’s clean energy and electricity sectors.

FNES brings together First Nations, government, industry, utilities, academia, community partners and emerging leaders to exchange knowledge, build and strengthen relationships, and explore the opportunities shaping British Columbia’s clean energy future.

Registration is now open. Explore our growing agenda and speaker lineup, learn more about Indigenous Travel Support and the Emerging Leaders Program, and secure your spot:
https://ow.ly/9H2t50ZJ2oG

Interested in getting involved in FNES 2026? For sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities, please email [email protected].

Together, we power the future.

First Nations Energy Summit 2026 Speaker AnnouncementCEBC is pleased to welcome Yoana Turnin, Director of Programs at El...
10/02/2026

First Nations Energy Summit 2026 Speaker Announcement

CEBC is pleased to welcome Yoana Turnin, Director of Programs at Electricity Human Resources Canada (EHRC), as a speaker on the panel Workforce of the Future: Training, Trades & Equity Employment at the 2026 First Nations Energy Summit.

Yoana brings experience across the non-profit, labour and education sectors as an advocate, facilitator, administrator and organizer. At EHRC, her work focuses on helping youth and equity-deserving communities access meaningful employment opportunities in Canada’s electricity and renewable energy sectors.

Her perspective comes at an important time for Canada’s energy workforce. In September, EHRC was selected to lead the new Energy and Electricity Workforce Alliance, a national initiative bringing together employers, labour, educators, Indigenous partners, industry associations and other stakeholders to address workforce challenges and help ensure Canada has the skilled talent needed to support major projects, grid modernization and the continued growth of the energy and electricity sectors.

The Alliance is focused on workforce planning and labour market intelligence, skills development, reskilling and upskilling, labour mobility, greater participation from underrepresented talent pools, and aligning workforce development with emerging industry needs.

Yoana’s experience will bring an important workforce development and equity perspective to the Workforce of the Future: Training, Trades & Equity Employment panel as speakers explore how British Columbia can build the skilled workforce needed for the next generation of clean energy, electricity and infrastructure projects while creating meaningful pathways for First Nations, youth and other underrepresented workers.

FNES brings together First Nations, government, industry, utilities, academia, community partners and emerging leaders to exchange knowledge, build and strengthen relationships, and explore the opportunities shaping British Columbia’s clean energy future.

To help reduce barriers to participation, complimentary registration is available for up to two designated representatives from BC First Nation communities, along with eligible travel support provided through post-conference reimbursement. Travel support may also be available for Métis representatives.

Our Indigenous Youth Emerging Leaders Program is also returning for FNES 2026, creating opportunities for First Nations youth ages 18–35 to attend the Summit, build connections, and explore pathways in clean energy and the electricity sector. Nominations close October 26, 2026. Self-nominations are welcome.

November 30 + December 1, 2026
The Westin Bayshore, Vancouver

Registration is now open. Explore our growing agenda and speaker lineup, learn more about Indigenous Travel Support and the Emerging Leaders Program, and secure your spot:

https://ow.ly/9H2t50ZJ2oG
Together, we power the future.

First Nations Energy Summit 2026 Speaker AnnouncementCEBC is pleased to welcome Geoff Osborne, Director of Business Deve...
10/01/2026

First Nations Energy Summit 2026 Speaker Announcement

CEBC is pleased to welcome Geoff Osborne, Director of Business Development at Capstone Infrastructure Corporation, as a speaker on the panel Clean Capacity & Long-Duration Storage at the 2026 First Nations Energy Summit.

Geoff leads business development, growth and partnerships at Capstone Infrastructure and helps drive the company’s North American growth strategy.

Before joining Capstone, Geoff was Director of Strategy & Operations at NRStor, a company he helped found in 2012. Over more than a decade with NRStor, he helped develop a range of energy storage projects using batteries, flywheels, compressed air energy storage and residential virtual power plants.

His work included the 250 MW / 1,000 MWh Oneida Energy Storage Project, developed through a partnership involving NRStor, Six Nations of the Grand River Development Corporation, Northland Power, Aecon and Mississaugas of the Credit Business Corporation, with Tesla supplying the battery technology. Now in commercial operation, Oneida is Canada’s largest battery energy storage facility and represents a significant example of Indigenous partnership and ownership in major energy infrastructure.

Geoff brings deep experience in clean technology development, energy storage, power markets and project partnerships to the Clean Capacity & Long-Duration Storage panel. The discussion will explore the role of storage and other clean capacity solutions in supporting grid reliability, integrating new generation and meeting British Columbia’s growing electricity needs.

FNES brings together First Nations, government, industry, utilities, academia, community partners and emerging leaders to exchange knowledge, build and strengthen relationships, and explore the opportunities shaping British Columbia’s clean energy future.

To help reduce barriers to participation, complimentary registration is available for up to two designated representatives from BC First Nation communities, along with eligible travel support provided through post-conference reimbursement. Travel support may also be available for Métis representatives.

Our Indigenous Youth Emerging Leaders Program is also returning for FNES 2026, creating opportunities for First Nations youth ages 18–35 to attend the Summit, build connections, and explore pathways in clean energy and the electricity sector. Nominations close October 26, 2026. Self-nominations are welcome.

November 30 + December 1, 2026
The Westin Bayshore, Vancouver

Registration is now open. Explore our growing agenda and speaker lineup, learn more about Indigenous Travel Support and the Emerging Leaders Program, and secure your spot:
https://ow.ly/9H2t50ZJ2oG

Together, we power the future.

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