Prince George Mayor Simon Yu Highlights Hydrogen Initiatives and Opportunities at UBCM Carbon Solutions Reception
18 September 2024 - 11:01AM
Mayor Simon Yu of Prince George spoke about how Prince George,
British Columbia is emerging as a Canadian leader in sustainable
energy by advancing important hydrogen energy and carbon reduction
initiatives during a Canadian Carbon Solutions Coalition (CCSC)
reception today.
Alongside the Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) convention in
Vancouver, CCSC was holding its third gathering since launching in
February 2024.
Mayor Yu highlighted the ongoing hydrogen project in Prince
George, part of the $900-million H2 Gateway initiative by Hydrogen
Technology & Energy Corporation (HTEC). This initiative,
supported by a $337-million loan from the Canada Infrastructure
Bank, aims to establish hydrogen production plants and refuelling
stations in three BC communities, including Prince
George.
"Hydrogen is the fuel of the future, and Prince George is proud
to be at the forefront of this transition," Mayor Yu said. "This
project is not only a significant step in reducing carbon
emissions, but it will also create new jobs and economic
opportunities for our community."
Mayor Yu also underscored the importance of finding solutions to
reducing carbon use, emphasizing that partnerships between
governments, industry, and First Nations are crucial to creating a
sustainable future. "We need to come together, as we are today, to
drive innovation in carbon solutions," said Yu. "The efforts of the
CCSC and our hydrogen initiatives in Prince George demonstrate how
we can make meaningful progress in the fight against climate
change."
In addition to addressing the hydrogen project, Mayor Yu also
spoke about the upcoming BC Natural Resources Forum (BCNRF), which
will be held in Prince George from January 14-16, 2025. "The BC
Natural Resources Forum is a vital platform where leaders from
government, First Nations, and the natural resources sector come
together to discuss the future of our economy and the environment,"
he said. "Carbon solutions will be a key topic of discussion at the
Forum, as we continue to explore innovative ways to reduce our
carbon footprint while ensuring sustainable growth."
The BCNRF is the largest and most well-attended resource
conference in Northern BC, attracting over 1,400 delegates each
year. It provides a unique opportunity for meaningful dialogue on
the latest trends, opportunities, and solutions in the resource
sector.
In 2023 at COP28, the historic global stocktake recognized
carbon abatement, capture, storage and removal as necessary for
reducing greenhouse gas emissions globally. This is why the carbon
solutions space is so important right now.
Earlier in the day, the Canadian Carbon Solutions Coalition
hosted a series of sessions with representatives of GeoScience BC,
The City of Prince George, Kanata Clean Power, Svante, BC Centre
for Innovation and Clean Energy, and CIELO Carbon Solutions.
Speakers talked about how they are driving innovation in all of
their work. During the reception, these organizations were joined
by other members of the coalition: Lucent Biosciences, Arca, Tersa
Earth and C02 Lock.
About Mayor Simon Yu Mayor Simon Yu has
been an active member of the Prince George community for nearly 50
years. As a professional engineer, he has worked extensively in the
northern BC region, including as a director for the University of
Northern British Columbia and the Prince George Airport Authority.
Prior to becoming mayor, he taught engineering at the College of
New Caledonia and ran a successful consulting engineering
business.
About the Canadian Carbon Solutions Coalition
(CCSC) The CCSC is committed to advancing carbon
capture, transport, storage and utilizations technologies across
Canada, promoting collaboration and driving innovation in the
carbon solutions sector. The coalition works closely with industry,
government, and First Nations to reduce carbon emissions and
support sustainable economic growth. To learn more about the
coalition visit our LinkedIn page:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/canadian-carbon-solutions-coalition
For more information, please contact: Simon Turner
at simon@resourceworks.com
Simon TurnerCanadian Carbon Solutions
Coalitiont: 672-833-3775