CIB commits $24M to renewable energy project in remote Quebec First Nation
Nenew Canada

AI Article Summary
The Canada Infrastructure Bank has provided a $24-million loan to support the Atikamekw of Opitciwan First Nation in transitioning to renewable energy by constructing a 4.8-megawatt biomass cogeneration plant. This project aims to eliminate diesel as the primary energy source, reducing emissions and supporting community growth by creating jobs and improving the reliability of the local power supply. The initiative serves as a model for other Indigenous communities in Quebec and Canada to adopt cleaner energy solutions.