Indigenous nations in Canada are, in many respects, at the centre of the net zero transition. Indigenous partnership and
electrification in Canada rely on lands and resources to which Indigenous nations are the rights-holders since time immemorial. Indigenous peoples have long understood the urgency of climate change and have not only been speaking out about those changes for decades, but have been at the forefront of new Indigenous-owned clean energy infrastructure across Canada.
Providing further insight into how Indigenous nations are shaping Canada’s clean energy infrastructure, Canada Communications Lead of Pattern Energy, Pat Murray, shares insights into Pattern Energy’s approach to renewable project development.
Question: From your perspective, how are Indigenous nations able to help organizations like yours strategize to meet the demands of a shifting market?
Indigenous Nations offer important knowledge and experience when it comes to land, sustainability, and long-term planning. Working together helps build stronger, more respectful partnerships that are beneficial for everyone involved.
Question: Given the current landscape in renewable energy, how are the conversations/engagements evolving with respect to Indigenous partnerships in both the short and long term?
As an industry, we are now more focused on building real relationships—not just checking a box. We are involving Indigenous communities earlier and actively working toward more meaningful partnerships, where Indigenous nations have a stronger voice and role in how projects come to life.
Question: What are you most looking forward to at the 8th Annual FNMPC Conference?
FNMPC brings Indigenous Nations and industry together to talk about building stronger, more respectful partnerships. The conference creates space for honest conversations and learning supports building lasting partnerships that support sustainable development and deliver much-needed energy solutions.
Join Pattern Energy, Canada Country Head, Frank Davis, and Community Relations Lead, Pat Murray at the 8th Annual Conference and learn how valuing Indigenous leadership and perspectives changing the global energy markets.
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