Awards
As in years past, GENERATE will include an Awards Presentation to acknowledge individuals and communities making great strides in the clean energy realm.
Four Award Categories:
Environmental Stewardship & Community Improvement Award
This award recognizes exceptional accomplishments on the…
On March 12th, Kwatuuma Cole Sayers was invited to offer his perspective in live radio and television interviews regarding challenges BC is facing regarding power with respect to possible drought conditions this year as well as the need for energy…
Yesterday, March 12, 2024, the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) announced that they reached an agreement with BC Hydro to provide Indigenous loan packages to winning bidders in BC’ Call for Power.
“For several months, BC Hydro and the CIB have been…
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Victoria, BC – Clean Energy Association of British Columbia (CEBC) welcomes British Columbia’s Budget 2024 that invests in a clean, inclusive economy. Budget 2024 invests in electrification infrastructure that supports British Columbians to transition to a low-carbon economy. This includes…
Clean Energy Association of BC (CEBC) welcomes British Columbia’s updates to the Clean Energy Act by adding several key objectives.
Among the objectives are to prioritize affordability for rate payers and to ensure B.C. Hydro acquires enough electricity to meet B.C.’s long-term climate…
Draft Request for Proposals (RFP) and ElectricityPurchase Agreement (EPA) documentsInformation Session for First NationsJanuary 16, 2024
EVALUATION PRICE ADJUSTER FORMULASRevised: January 17, 2024…
January 17, 2024
The Clean Energy Association of British Columbia (CEBC) commends Premier David Eby and the Government of British Columbia on the announcement of significant new investment to build out British Columbia’s electricity system. This is a positive step…
BC Hydro plans to issue a competitive call for power in the Spring of 2024. Prior to the issuing, they will continue to engage with First Nations, Independent Power Producers (the business community) and other stakeholders on their plan to…
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Recent claims from ex-bureaucrat miss the mark when it comes to clean energy costs, writes Kwatuuma Cole Sayers
Our province is entering a new era of clean energy development. With rapidly growing demand from the electrification of transportation, business, and…
Clean Energy BC is honoured to announce that Mark Jaccard, Honorable Josie Osborne and Chris O’Riley will all be speaking at the First Nations Energy Summit on November 6th, 2023.
Mr O’Riley will present at 9:30am.
Mr Jaccard will offer…
Clean Energy BC is very excited to announce that Honourable Josie Osborne, Minister of Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation, will be keynote speaker of the First Nations Energy Summit in Vancouver on November 6th at 12:30pm.
Venue: The Westin Bayshore…
First Nations Energy Summit attendees wanting to book a guest room at the Westin Bayshore Hotel (conference venue), can call (604) 682-3377 or go to their website.…
Regarding the 2024 Call for Power, BC Hydro has completed an Engagement Summary Report for Phase 1 of their engagement process that features an overview of what they’ve done and what they’ve heard from First Nations and the IPP industry.…
Clean Energy BC (CEBC) is excited to announce that planning for a Lobby Day on November 21st in Victoria, BC is underway. Lobby Day will allow for a delegation of CEBC members to attend different meetings with government officials. A certain number of the delegates will be able to attend...
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Clean Energy BC is excited to announce that Early Bird tix for the First Nations Energy Summit are now on sale!
This conference will be held at the Westin Bayshore Hotel in Vancouver on November 6 + 7, 2023. Address:…
Dear Member,Clean Energy BC (CEBC) cordially invites you to attend a reception with key government officials on the evening of Tuesday, November 21st.The reception will take place in the North Pender Island Room at the Hotel Grand Pacific from 7:15-9:00pm. Address: 463 Belleville St. Victoria, BC. Invitees to the reception […]
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Congratulations to the Ktunaxa, Secwépemc and Syilx Okanagan Nations. Each Nation will benefit from new interim agreements that share revenue generated from the Columbia River Treaty for over four years. A fantastic precedent! Click on the button below to see…
Clean Energy BC has had a busy June advocating for the clean energy industry with government officials and bringing industry professionals together.
In June, Executive Director, Kwatuuma Cole Sayers and Board Chair, Yuho Okada had meaningful discussions with three provincial…
Clean Energy BC is excited to announce that a field trip to two in-operation project sites, at Upper + Lower Mamquam River, has been added to the GENERATE2023 agenda on June 11th.Details:– Guided tours (by the operators) of project sites…
The Clean Energy Association of BC (CEBC) would like to invite First Nations in British Columbia to attend our annual Generate conference taking place June 12-13th at the Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel. CEBC is pleased to announce that we are able to provide financial assistance…
Know Someone who deserves recognition for achievements in the clean energy sector in BC? THEN NOMINATE THEM!
CEBC presents four annual awards recognizing individuals and companies that have excelled in their field of discipline. The awards will be presented during the Awards…
CEBC has taken an active role in intervening on BC Hydro’s 2021 Integrated Resource Plan (2021 IRP), which is before the BC Utilities Commission (BCUC) for approval. CEBC has raised a number of issues with BC Hydro’s plan, including the […]
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Message from Executive Director Hello CEBC Members, I would like to begin my first address as Executive Director by thanking you for your membership and continuing support. It has been a busy and productive time since I joined CEBC. First, […]
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Do You Know Someone Who Deserves Special Recognition for Achievements in the Clean Energy Industry?
CEBC presents four annual awards recognizing individuals and companies that have excelled in their field of discipline. The awards will be presented during the Networking…
Thanks to the generous funding of Ecofish Research Ltd., the Clean Energy Association of BC (CEBC) is pleased to offer a scholarship of $2,000 to a student who is interested in pursuing a future in clean energy at a post-secondary institution...
In April 2021, the federal budget re-affirmed an investment of $1.5 billion over five years to establish a Clean Fuels Fund to support new clean fuel production in Canada, including biomass and hydrogen. Natural Resources Canada is finalizing the design of Call...
On September 28th, 2021, Premier John Horgan announced BC Hydro’s low carbon Electrification Plan. The Clean Energy Association of BC (CEBC) welcomes the new plan as a step in the right direction, as it has been calling for the Government…
CEBC will be closed on September 30 to observe this important day of learning, reflecting and honouring Indigenous peoples. Here we share a few ways to help deepen your understanding of Indigenous peoples and residential school history, and take part…
In July 2021, the Clean Energy Association of BC (CEBC) was invited to provide its perspectives and recommendations on the BC Hydro 2021 Draft Integrated Resource Plan (IRP)...
First Nations’ leadership in British Columbia’s renewable energy future: Finding a path forward
The Pembina Institute released a report today on First Nations in the renewable energy industry. It projects that an electricity demand increase in the range of 10.9…
EcoFish Research and CEBC are excited to announce the winner of this year’s Clean Energy Student Scholarship: Rachel Hall!
Rachel Hall was awarded $1,000 for her exceptional dedication to clean energy & sustainability. We would like to thank EcoFish Research Ltd.,…
June 21, 2021 is the 25th annual National Indigenous Peoples Day!
April 30, 2020 – Vancouver, British ColumbiaFor Immediate Release
Clean Energy BC’s Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Laureen Whyte has been appointed the association’s new Executive Director. Ms. Whyte possesses over 25 years of experience in the…
A little more than a year ago, the BC government launched an inquiry into the regulation of Indigenous energy utilities and ordered the British Columbia Utilities Commission (BCUC) to provide recommendations on how Indigenous utilities should be regulated. The BCUC…
The CEBC team is here to support you throughout this ever-changing situation. Please find a list of resources below* that you may find helpful during this time. Our staff will continue to work hard by advocating for our members, a…
Clean Energy BC (CEBC) welcomes the invitation from the Province of British Columbia to engage and provide feedback during the Phase 2 of the Comprehensive Review of BC Hydro. The Phase 2 Interim Report was released by the Province of…
Clean Energy BC is encouraged by the continued financial support for CleanBC to assist with the energy transition, electrification and climate action. The province is providing an additional $419 million over three years to support reaching the targets set out…
Electrification of BC White Paper Release
In 2018, CEBC focused on producing the “Electrification of British Columbia” white paper. Electrification is the only major current solution and the government’s messaging is starting to echo this same message.
BC Hydro and…