Friday, August 23, 2019

Canada: Government Invests in Geothermal Resource Survey in Northern British Columbia

Canada Supports Clean, Renewable Energy Technologies in British Columbia (TMC news)

The Honourable Amarjeet Sohi, Canada's Minister of Natural Resources, today announced a $1-million investment for Deh Tai Limited Partnership, the economic development company of the Fort Nelson First Nation, to assess the resource potential of several renewable energy technologies.

This assessment includes a potential geothermal electricity generation project, which involves the Saulteau First Nations' participation.

"Today's announcement is an investment in the future of our people and all our children. Having access to clean energy through geothermal is a key priority for our Nation. We are thankful to the federal government for providing the necessary financial assistance to explore this project further. Having access to geothermal will bring many benefits to our community and create security and economic benefits as we move forward for decades to come," said Chief Sharleen Gale, Fort Nelson First Nation.