4 April 2024

09:00 – 10:35

Amphi 4

Jean Nolet

Jean is the general manager of Coop Carbone. He is one of Canada’s foremost experts on carbon markets and climate change issues. He also has recognized expertise in the economics of natural resources, the environment, agri-food and energy. He has been working in these fields of activity for more than twenty-five years and has known the world of university research as well as various Quebec ministries before founding ÉcoRessources in 2004. Since then, he has directed or participated in the realization of more than a hundred studies in several sectors of economic activity. He thus ensured the direction of economic impact analyzes of many sectors, cost-benefit analyzes of various types of projects or government policies.

Are municipalities key partners in the energy transition?

Quebec municipalities are key players in achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. They play a crucial role in decarbonization, renewable energy production and energy efficiency, contributing to revenue diversification and local economic development. By raising awareness of the need for more efficient electricity consumption, promoting the social acceptability of energy projects and accelerating energy production, municipalities are becoming key partners in Quebec’s energy transition. By collaborating with governments and energy players, municipalities can enhance the energy resilience of communities and actively contribute to meeting today’s climate and energy challenges.