On September 27, 2023, Atlantica’s President, Michelle Robichaud, presented recommendations on developing a clean energy strategy to New Brunswick’s Standing Committee on Climate Change and Environmental Stewardship.

Read the full submission: HERE.

The Atlantica Centre for Energy’s recommendations for New Brunswick in developing a clean energy strategy includes:

  • A clean energy strategy must include directives that New Brunswick welcomes ALL electricity generation sources and clear continued support for new nuclear.
  • A clean energy strategy for New Brunswick must consider affordability along with the rural reality of the province to ensure continued support for net zero goals.
  • A clean energy strategy for New Brunswick must take action to implement guiding principles that will facilitate efficient decision making and expeditious legislative processes with continuity that crosses political parties.
  • Intentional trust-building with New Brunswick indigenous communities is integral for a clean energy future in the province.