OTTAWA — The Honourable Joe Oliver, Minister of Natural Resources, speaking at the second Canadian Clean Energy Summit inOttawa, today outlined the strategic role of the Government of Canada in advancing clean technology inCanada. The Government of Canada continues to support research and development and clean technology demonstration acrossCanada.
“Through our support for cutting-edge clean energy technologies we are creating high-quality jobs and protecting our environment,” said Minister Oliver. “Our leadership in driving technology innovation continues to help create a vibrant clean energy industry inCanada.”
Minister Oliver highlighted the importance of partnering with industry and academia to maintainCanada’s leadership in clean energy. He described how the Government of Canada’s clean energy programs have supported a wide range of collaboration among industry, colleges and universities and governments.
“We’ll continue to support new technologies that demonstrate the greatest potential for progress — this is the essence ofCanada’s clean tech approach,” said Minister Oliver. “We are investing in research, development and demonstration projects to enhanceCanada’s competiveness, productivity and capacity for innovation.”
Minister Oliver also noted the importance of advancing Canadian interests in trade and investment in the natural resource sectors, including clean energy technologies.
“We must continue to focus on creating strategic partnerships and exportingCanada’s clean tech expertise while expanding the reach of Canadian businesses,” said Minister Oliver. “The global opportunities are waiting — particularly in the emerging markets — and they in turn will provide green jobs forCanada.”
Since 2006, the Government of Canada has invested more than $10 billion to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and build a more sustainable environment. This includes investments in green infrastructure, energy efficiency, clean energy technologies and the production of cleaner energy and fuels.
Speaking to the Canadian Clean Tech Summit inOttawatoday, Natural Resources Minister Joe Oliver outlined the strategic role of the Government of Canada in advancing clean technology inCanada. He also highlighted the importance of continued innovation in our clean tech expertise to help create new markets and jobs for Canadian businesses.
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