Sustainable Building Manitoba & Community Events

Do you find yourself wondering about how electricity is produced in Manitoba and what our energy future holds?Join this exciting panel of experts to discover the truths about present and future energy production in Manitoba.
Manitoba’s electricity system, run by Manitoba Hydro, is facing increasing pressure as economic growth and electrification are anticipated to increase demand in the coming years.
Manitoba has committed to a fully clean electricity grid by 2035, but Manitoba Hydro is now considering building a new fuel-burning power plant to meet growing demand. Meanwhile, the provincial government is back-peddling on its 2035 commitment. Clearly our system is at a crossroads and there are different possibilities and perspectives on how to best meet this challenge.
Join us for an informative and exciting discussion on future challenges and directions for Manitoba’s electricity system. Our engaging panelists have spent years working within the provincial energy system and we are excited to bring them together to help us understand what we need at this pivotal moment. They will tackle some of these questions:
What is the current state of Manitoba Hydro’s generation, and when is power imported/exported? How and where is electricity demand growing?What options are available to meet expected growth?Is it possible to meet growing demand without new fossil fuel power plants or mega dams?And more!You do not need to be an energy expert to attend this event. We aim to provide information and generate discussion whether you are an interested member of the public, a climate professional, a policy researcher or a community organizer working to advance the energy transition in Manitoba.
Speakers:
David CormieBill HamlinEvent will be held at the Forks in Winnipeg and there will be an online option for those who cannot make it in person.
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