{"id":19217,"date":"2025-05-13T18:21:10","date_gmt":"2025-05-13T22:21:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.makivvik.ca\/?p=19217"},"modified":"2025-05-13T18:21:12","modified_gmt":"2025-05-13T22:21:12","slug":"the-energy-transition-in-nunavik-a-collaboration-agreement-and-two-new-wind-power-projects","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.makivvik.ca\/iu\/the-energy-transition-in-nunavik-a-collaboration-agreement-and-two-new-wind-power-projects\/","title":{"rendered":"The energy transition in Nunavik: A collaboration agreement and two new wind power projects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Press release<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kuujjuaq, Qu\u00e9bec, May 13, 2025 \u2013 The energy transition is gaining momentum in Nunavik, as highlighted by two major announcements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

First, Makivvik and Hydro-Qu\u00e9bec have signed a collaboration agreement aimed at strengthening their relationship and fostering economic development in Nunavik. The partnership aligns with Hydro-Qu\u00e9bec\u2019s Strategy for Economic Reconciliation and to Strengthen Relations with First Nations and Inuit<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Marking a significant step to build stronger ties with the Inuit and support the sustainable development of their communities, the agreement includes the creation of a monitoring committee whose members will draft an action plan that reflects Inuit realities. The plan will consider partnership and investment opportunities in energy projects, the decarbonization of northern villages and economic and social benefits for the Inuit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Quaqtaq and Puvirnituq: two new wind energy projects<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Second, two wind energy projects set out in the 2021 framework agreement between Hydro-Qu\u00e9bec and Tarquti Energy Corporation will get underway now that the initial electricity supply contracts have been signed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The projects will contribute to the decarbonization of the northern villages of Quaqtaq and Puvirnituq and improve the quality of life of these Inuit communities. They will provide renewable energy to meet approximately 60% of the two villages\u2019 electricity needs. Over 25 years, the initiatives will save 96 million litres of diesel and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 253,000 tonnes of CO2<\/sub>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Quotes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pita Aatami, President of Makivvik:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThis strengthened collaboration with Hydro-Qu\u00e9bec is a meaningful step for our community. It will enable us to work together on Inuit priorities. We are very eager to see the positive impacts of this partnership.\u201d  <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Kulu Tukalak, Chairman of Ilagiisaq – FCNQ and Director of the Board of Tarquti Energy:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI am honoured and proud to be part of an important milestone for Nunavik and all the Inuit organizations involved in moving forward toward clean energy.  As a proud partner in Tarquti Energy, Ilagiisaq-FCNQ is committed to leading the energy transition to a greener and more sustainable future in Nunavik. Today\u2019s historic signing of two power purchase agreements between Tarquti, our community partners and Hydro-Qu\u00e9bec marks our first step toward fighting climate change by developing renewable energy projects in Quaqtaq and Puvirnituq.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Michael Sabia, President and Chief Executive Officer of Hydro-Qu\u00e9bec:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe signing of this agreement and contracts with Tarquti Energy Corporation is a key step in our economic reconciliation process. We are determined to strengthen our relationship with the Inuit and work closely together to develop sustainable energy solutions. This collaboration is essential to achieve our decarbonization goals and ensure prosperity for all Quebecers.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Information<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Makivvik\u00a0
Carson Tagoona, Director of Communications\u00a0
ctagoona@makivvik.ca<\/a>\u00a0
www.makivvik.ca<\/a>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tarquti Energy
Laina Grey, Community Engagement Coordinator
laina.grey@tarquti.ca<\/a>
www.Tarquti.ca<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hydro-Qu\u00e9bec \u2013 Media Relations
Lynn St-Laurent, spokesperson
514 289-5005
relationsmedias@hydroquebec.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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