Indigenous-led renewable energy projects provide environmental, economic and social benefits to communities. Despite this, project funding and revenue streams do not fully reflect the associated value of renewable energy projects.
Our research and advocacy on Fair and Inclusive Rates (FAIR) seeks to address funding gaps and secure fair and equitable energy prices by raising awareness, conducting research, initiating collaboration and advancing advocacy efforts.
networks to lower information and access barriers.
regulatory frameworks and pricing models to support Indigenous energy sovereignty.
Indigenous rights and reconciliation in financial and public policies.
public and private investment toward Indigenous-owned renewable energy projects.
price of diesel electricity before subsidies; renewable energy projects are typically paid less than half of this.
UNDRIP articles that Indigenous-owned renewable energy projects intersect with.
jurisdictions in Canada with Independent Power Producer policies that provide clear pathways for renewable energy development in remote communities.
Our research and advocacy on Fair and Inclusive Rates (FAIR) seeks to address funding gaps and secure fair and equitable energy prices by raising awareness, conducting research, initiating collaboration and advancing advocacy efforts.
Increased energy security
Advancement of energy sovereignty
Economic development and self-sufficiency
Advancement of Indigenous knowledge, environmental stewardship, and community pride
Indigenous control over data, policy development, and project implementation
For projects that offset diesel use, cost savings and benefits resulting from decreased reliance on diesel fuel
Securing fair and equitable energy prices in support of Indigenous communities requires collaboration across sectors, governments and regions. Get in contact with us to learn more about how you can help make clean energy accessible to all.
The Pembina Institute has developed this two-part guide to support Indigenous clean energy project proponents who are advancing clean energy development in their communities. In each guide, we provide proponents with an overview of the key elements of the PPA process, including important contract terms and policy considerations, that they should be aware of as they prepare to collaborate with a utility to deliver clean energy and reduce diesel use within the community.
Lynne Couves
c: 403-483-3850
e: lynnec@pembina.org
Bhan Gatkuoth (Mountain Time)
c: 587-742-0818
e: bhang@pembina.org
The clean energy transition in remote communities is sustained by the passion, commitment, and drive of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis communities from coast to coast to coast. But these, and other Indigenous clean energy leaders, cannot drive the transition alone. We must all be active participants in supporting their ambition and leadership.
