VANCOUVER, B.C. – May 8, 2025 – Just days after the Province unveiled its 2025 Call for Power and Clean Power Action Plan, clean energy leaders from across British Columbia will gather at Generate 2025, taking place May 12–13, 2025, at the Westin Bayshore Hotel in Vancouver on the traditional, unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
Hosted by the Clean Energy Association of British Columbia (CEBC), Generate 2025 is the province’s premier clean energy conference. The event brings together First Nations, government, and industry to facilitate meaningful collaboration on advancing the development of clean electricity infrastructure, uplift Indigenous leadership, and drive economic reconciliation. This year’s program features keynote addresses, experienced panels, Indigenous-led sessions, technical and detailed workshops, project showcases, and a full tradeshow floor.
“Generate 2025 is where clean energy leadership takes centre stage,” said Kwatuuma Cole Sayers, Executive Director of the Clean Energy Association of British Columbia (CEBC). “With the new Call for Power and a clear path forward, we are bringing together the visionaries, innovators, and Indigenous leaders who are building B.C.’s sustainable future. The energy and commitment at this event will drive real progress for generations to come.”
Program Highlights at Generate 2025
Keynotes & Political Leadership
- Premier David Eby, Government of British Columbia
- Hon. Adrian Dix, Minister of Energy and Climate Solutions
- Michelle Carr, Commissioner and CEO, British Columbia Energy Regulator (BCER)
- Chris O’Riley, President and CEO, BC Hydro
- Roger Dall’Antonia, President and CEO, FortisBC
- Brett Isaac, Founder and CEO, Navajo Power
- MLA David Williams, Critic, BC Hydro and Electricity Self Sufficiency, BC Conservative Party
- MLA Jeremy Valeriote, Interim Leader, BC Green Party
Indigenous-Led Projects & Partnerships
- Boston Bar Geothermal – A Nation-led baseload power and green hydrogen initiative
- First Nations Power Utilities – Exploring Indigenous ownership models for energy utilities that advance economic reconciliation and sovereignty
- Access to Capital – Financing tools for Indigenous-led energy projects
- Clean Fuels for First Nations – Education series to support Nation-specific clean fuels development
Technology & Infrastructure
- Solar and Wind Energy Futures – Market growth, upcoming BC projects, technology, and policy insights
- North Coast Transmission Line – Updates on Indigenous-led and owned transmission development and its importance to regional economic development
- Energy Storage in Remote Communities – Reducing diesel reliance and supporting distributed energy resources and local resiliency
- Resource Prioritization – CLEWs (Climate, Land, Energy and Water systems) modeling for BC’s energy mix
Policy, Permitting & Project Delivery
- Regulatory Modernization – New regulatory frameworks for renewables being developed by BCER and ministries, in partnership with First Nations and industry
- Call for Power Working Group (Members Only) – In-depth consultation on design and implementation of the new regulatory framework for renewables and discussion regarding the Province’s plans for future energy procurement in 2025 and beyond
- Labour Market Challenges – Addressing the skilled trades shortage
- Clean Economy Financing – Tax credits, loans, and private investment pathways
Networking & Recognition
- CEBC Awards Luncheon – Celebrating leadership and innovation
- Student Poster Competition – Showcasing post-secondary research in clean energy
- Tradeshow and Reception – Featuring leading companies, innovators, and Indigenous businesses
Tickets are nearly sold out with the event reaching full capacity! View the full agenda and register at: www.cleanenergybc.org/events/generate-2025
About Clean Energy Association of British Columbia
For over 30 years, the Clean Energy Association of British Columbia (CEBC) has been the voice of BC’s clean energy sector, advocating for policies and partnerships that drive the transition to a low-carbon future. CEBC represents clean energy developers, First Nations, service providers, academic institutions, and students.
CEBC fosters collaboration between industry, government, and First Nations, with a focus on economic reconciliation and Indigenous self-determination. By championing projects that benefit local economies and the environment, CEBC supports a clean, equitable, and sustainable energy future for all British Columbians.
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