First Nation communities are increasingly becoming empowered to play a role in planning for their energy needs, including managing their energy demand and developing energy supplies. The Pembina Institute has been working extensively with First Nations in western Canada on the implementation of sustainable energy options which lead to cost savings, reductions in environmental impacts, and local economic development. workshop.
Pembina Institute Energy Planning Initiatives for First Nations
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