This backgrounder was produced by the Canadian Renewable Energy Alliance ahead of the Washington International Renewable Energy Conference (WIREC) on March 4, 2008 — the largest renewable energy conference ever held. It outlines why WIREC provides an excellent opportunity for Canada to make a new commitment to renewable energy.
Catching up on Renewable EnergyBackgrounder for WIREC 2008
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