Shaping the future of energy togetherc
The Future of Energy Forum returns for its second edition at a pivotal moment for Quebec’s energy sector. Electricity demand is reaching unprecedented levels, and the transition to clean energy is accelerating. How can we ensure a stable supply while creating a predictable framework for businesses?
In this context, recent developments, such as Bill 69 and the challenges surrounding large-scale infrastructure projects, are reshaping priorities. As the North American market undergoes significant changes, Quebec must strengthen its energy sovereignty and seize opportunities in clean energy and the battery sector.
This forum will bring together key industry players to transform these challenges into growth opportunities. Together, let’s take action to build a more sustainable and competitive future.
Why is this forum important?
This event is a unique opportunity to bring together energy sector leaders, political and economic decision-makers, and industry experts. Together, we will address key challenges and explore opportunities to:
- Strengthen Quebec’s energy sovereignty in a rapidly evolving global landscape.
- Support businesses in their transition toward more sustainable practices.
- Stimulate innovation and investment in clean energy.
- Ensure the sustainability of ongoing and future energy projects.
This forum is dedicated to you
Whether you are:
- A leader in the energy sector, a financing specialist, or responsible for energy transition initiatives.
- An economic stakeholder in Quebec, executive, or professional committed to supporting the energy transition.
- A public decision-maker, elected official, government representative, or policy expert working on energy regulations and funding programs.
Your voice matters! Join us to share your perspectives, explore innovative solutions, and help shape the future of energy.
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Conferences
Ideas to drive the energy transition
Attend strategic talks and inspiring panels featuring key players from the energy sector. Explore concrete solutions, innovations, and policies shaping the future of energy in Quebec.
Exhibition Zones
Discover the solutions powering tomorrow’s Quebec
Visit our exhibition area and meet organizations developing or supporting clean energy projects. From technologies to services and consulting, connect with those accelerating the transition on the ground.
Networking
Connect with the leaders shaping the energy future
Take advantage of dedicated networking spaces and a cocktail reception to meet industry leaders, public decision-makers, entrepreneurs, and experts. Build meaningful connections and spark collaboration in a rapidly evolving ecosystem.
With the participation of:
Key companies will share their vision
The Forum will bring together major players actively contributing to Quebec’s energy transformation—through innovation, financing, large-scale industrial projects, or sustainable engineering. Confirmed organizations include:
- Accenture
- AtkinsRéalis
- BMO
- Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec
- Export Development Canada
- Énergir
- Hydro-Québec
- Innergex
- Rio Tinto
- WSP
Key moments of the program:
12:30 p.m. – Participant check-in
1:00 p.m. – Conference sessions begin
BLOCK 1
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STRENGTHENING ENERGY RESILIENCE: STRATEGIES TO ADDRESS OUR COLLECTIVE CHALLENGES
This first block will explore strategic issues and opportunities related to strengthening our energy autonomy in a context of high demand for clean electricity and geopolitical instability. It will address how to develop our own energy mix and the financial tools needed to meet our decarbonization and production goals.
Bringing a bold vision to life: Hydro-Québec in action
A must-attend session highlighting key advances from the 2035 Action Plan and the strategic choices shaping the province’s energy future.
Urban transition: Energy loops at the heart of efficiency
Discover how energy loops are transforming our neighbourhoods into smart, sustainable, and resilient solutions to today’s urban energy challenges.
Energy resilience: Diversification as a driving force
In a context of growing demand and geopolitical tensions, this panel will explore why diversifying our energy supply is crucial to building a more resilient, sovereign, and sustainable system.
Securing our critical minerals supply chains
As critical minerals become a strategic lever, learn how to build a strong, resilient local sector – from extraction to processing – to fully seize the opportunities available to Quebec.
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TRANSFORMATIVE PROJECTS: AT THE HEART OF TOMORROW’S DEVELOPMENTS
This segment will provide an overview of major energy and industrial projects currently underway or upcoming in Quebec. It will also explore the role of innovative sectors such as batteries and alternative energy, through a lens of innovation and energy diversification.
Turning ambitions into concrete projects
Explore the key conditions for quickly delivering clean energy projects by leveraging partnerships, integrating intermittent energy sources, and accelerating solar power development in Quebec.
In the era of reindustrialization: What pace for the battery sector?
This discussion explores how to build a competitive, innovative, and sovereign battery sector to position Quebec and Canada in the global race.
Succeeding in the transition amid geopolitical uncertainty: The role of green hydrogen
This panel examines how green hydrogen can be strategically integrated into Quebec’s energy mix and help secure our energy future—both locally and across North America.
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TAKING ACTION TO CONSUME BETTER: IDENTIFYING AND ACTIVATING THE RIGHT LEVERS
This final block will focus on concrete solutions to optimize energy consumption and productivity, while accelerating the energy transition. Topics will include energy efficiency, self-production, and circularity within the value chains of the industrial and building sectors.
On the road to carbon neutrality: The bold move to take action
Accelerate your industrial performance with practical energy efficiency solutions, optimized processes, and innovations ready to transform your operations.
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Valérie Provost
Senior Director, Energy Transition & Customer Experience
Accenture
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Valérie Lavoie
Senior Director, Energy & Industry
Accenture
5:00 p.m. – Closing remarks & networking cocktail
6:00 p.m. – End of event
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