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The Future of Energy and the Battery Industry

From ambition to action: towards a green and prosperous Quebec Events The activity will take place mainly in French

Registration deadline: May 2, 2024

Come and learn about the issues and seize opportunities at this Strategic Forum organized as part of the convertgence initiative!

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Strategic Forum The Future of Energy and the Battery Industry Strategic Forum The Future of Energy and the Battery Industry

Energy is at a crucial turning point. As demand for clean energy rises and the era of surpluses fades, we need to decarbonize our economy.

Faced with this challenge, increasing the production of clean energy and optimizing our energy consumption are essential pillars of our green transition.

The battery industry: a driver of sustainable growth. The development of the battery industry represents an exceptional economic and environmental opportunity for Quebec.

Be part of the solution to achieving our ambitions: to create a new energy mix and to produce the world's greenest, most ethical battery. Come and learn about the issues and seize opportunities!

This event is for:

  • Company leaders
  • Investors
  • Entrepreneurs
  • Researchers and innovators
  • Political decision-makers
  • Players in the energy and battery sector
  • Anyone wishing to contribute to Quebec's sustainable energy future
  • Technology and professional services providers

Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn, network and contribute to the development of a green, prosperous Quebec on the cutting edge of energy innovation.

Register now and be a key player in Quebec's energy transformation!

Together, let's propel Quebec towards a sustainable and prosperous energy future!

With the participation of:

  • Pierre Fitzgibbon Minister of Economy, Innovation and Energy
    Minister Responsible for Regional Economic Development
    Minister Responsible for the Metropolis and the Montréal Region
  • Paolo Cerruti Co-founder, Northvolt
    Chief Executive Officer, Northvolt North America
  • Karim Zaghib CEO, Volt-Age
    Full Professor of Chemical and Materials Engineering, Concordia University

The key moments of our program

The program features:

  • A complete overview of Quebec's energy situation
  • An in-depth exploration of clean energy sources
  • An informed look at business opportunities

7:00 a.m. – Welcome: breakfast, networking

8:00 a.m. – Welcoming remarks

Maître de cérémonie

  • Alexandrine Désourdy Director, Programming Strategy, Impact Initiatives and Community Relations
    Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal

8:05 a.m. − Introduction

  • Michel Leblanc President and CEO
    Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal
BLOCK 1
BLOCK
1

THE 2020s: YEARS OF IMPORTANT ENERGY CHOICES

8:15 a.m. 2035 Horizon: Deploying Hydro-Québec's major projects to decarbonize our economy

Join us to find out how the government corporation will contribute to carbon neutrality and the growth of renewable energies.

  • Maxime Aucoin Executive Vice-President – Strategy and Finance
    Hydro-Québec

Moderator:

  • Michel Leblanc President and CEO
    Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal

8:30 a.m. Decarbonization, complementarity and diversification: The Énergir trajectory

Discover the strategies deployed by Énergir to meet the needs of industrial and commercial customers and contribute to a clean, sustainable energy future for Quebec.

  • Étienne Champagne Vice-President, Development and Major Projects
    Énergir

Moderator:

  • Michel Leblanc President and CEO
    Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal

8:45 a.m. A successful energy transition: Infrastructure and financing

What are the strategies for raising the investment needed to bring major infrastructure projects to fruition?

  • Jean-François Béland Vice-president, Strategic Sector, Investissement Québec
  • David Tournier Partner, Financing
    Lavery

Moderator:

  • Michel Leblanc President and CEO
    Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal

Social acceptability of major infrastructure projects

Come and explore the impact of these projects on local communities, and how to consult and collaborate in their development.

  • Fred Vicaire CEO, MMBC (Mi'Gmawei Mawiomi Business Corporation)
    Trainer, First Nations Leadership School

Moderator:

  • Maude Brunet Associate Professor, Project Management
    HEC Montréal
BLOCK 2
BLOCK
2

Business opportunities: Meeting our clean energy needs

9:15 a.m. Crucial energetic choices: mMeeting the challenges of efficiency and decarbonization

As the era of surplus electricity draws to a close, join us for a crucial discussion on decarbonization, energy efficiency and the strategic choices needed to build a sustainable future.

  • Luis Calzado President & CEO
    AQPER
  • Sébastien Mousseau Senior Vice-President, Head of Operations and Capabilities, Canada
    Global Market Lead – Power and Renewables
    AtkinsRéalis

Moderator:

  • Alexandrine Désourdy Director, Programming Strategy, Impact Initiatives and Community Relations
    Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal

9:30 a.m. Wind, solar, nuclear: building a diversified, sustainable energy mix for Quebec

Explore the benefits of a diversified energy mix for Quebec with our experts. Identify the keys to a successful transition and analyze the role of each clean energy source in tomorrow’s energy mix.

  • Thomas Clochard Executive Vice President, Civil & Nuclear
    Aecon
  • Alex Couture Senior Vice President – Development North America
    Innergex
  • Mike Perrault CEO
    Rematek Energy

Moderator:

  • Quentin Janel Head, Communications and Government Relations
    Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal

9:55 a.m. Technologies and strategies for greater energy efficiency in your company

Discover emerging technologies and international best practices to reduce energy consumption and build a more sustainable energy future.

  • Geneviève Gauthier  National Director – Consulting Services
    Econoler

10:05 a.m. Making Quebec a leader in clean technologies and conquering international markets

See how local companies are innovating and exporting their clean technology expertise internationally with the support of EDC. Join the discussion and get inspired by best practices for breaking into international markets!

  • Frédéric Boucher Chief Financial Officer
    RVE
  • Richard Legault President and CEO
    Eocycle Technologies Inc.

Moderator:

  • Alexandre Faria Vice-President, Quebec Region
    EDC

10:20 a.m. Networking break

BLOCK 3
BLOCK
3

The battery industry: Driving bold sustainable economic growth

10:40 a.m. Political exchanges

  • Pierre Fitzgibbon Minister of Economy, Innovation and Energy
    Minister Responsible for Regional Economic Development
    Minister Responsible for the Metropolis and the Montréal Region

Moderator:

  • Michel Leblanc President and CEO
    Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal

11:15 a.m. Propelling Quebec to world leadership in the battery industry

Listen to our experts explain how Quebec fits into the North American and international chain, and how it can attract foreign investment here. Come and hear about successful foreign development models, our strengths and strategies for standing out from the crowd.

  • Julie Bourgault Principal, Hatch Advisory
  • Benoit Couture  President & CEO
    Lithion Technologies
  • Michelle LLambías Meunier CEO
    Propulsion Québec

Moderator:

  • Jessica Bouchard Vice-President, Public and Economic Affairs and Impact Initiatives
    Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal

11:35 a.m. Supplying the North American market with Quebec green batteries

Take inspiration from the Northvolt project and discover how collaboration is building the success of tomorrow’s industry and enabling a smooth energy transition.

  • Paolo Cerruti Co-founder, Northvolt
    Chief Executive Officer, Northvolt North America

Moderator:

  • Michel Leblanc President and CEO
    Chamber of Commerce of Metropolitan Montreal

11:55 a.m. Battery research and innovation: The keys to industry transformation

Listen to a visionary present the potential of the battery industry in Quebec, and discover how research and innovation are contributing to its development and competitiveness. You'll also learn about the technological challenges ahead and our expertise in the field.

  • Karim Zaghib CEO, Volt-Age
    Full Professor of Chemical and Materials Engineering, Concordia University

Moderator:

  • Grégoire Baillargeon President
    BMO Financial Group, Québec

12:20 p.m. Closing remarks

12:30 p.m. – Lunch and networking

1:30 p.m. − End of the event

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Contact et informations

By phone:

514 871-4001

For more information

Matthieu Csernel​
Head, Programming
514 669-6698
mcsernel@ccmm.ca

No cancellations or refunds as of 48 business hours before the event. Participant substitutions are accepted until the event is held. Please send cancellation notices by email at reservations@ccmm.ca.

Location

Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth

900 René-Lévesque Blvd. W.
Montréal, Quebec
H3B 4A5

Bonaventure

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