Shifting the Power in Remote Communities

Author Chris Henderson
Bringing Clean Energy to the North Means Independence and Opportunity

Why It Matters

Clean air, energy democracy, and renewable sources are all vital to sustainable development and reconciliation in Canada. The key is understanding local context, while putting power—literally and figuratively—in local hands. It’s a system change that allows for environmental, social, and economic good.

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