Four key sectors in Canada’s clean economy have potential ‘projects of national interest’ ready to be prioritized: report - Clean Energy Canada

A new report from the One Canadian Clean Economy Task Force emphasizes that Canada’s designation of “projects of national interest” should prioritize building competitive clean industries rather than focusing solely on individual projects. The report identifies four key sectors with high potential to leverage Canada’s natural resources, boost productivity, expand exports, and grow the domestic market: clean electricity transmission, critical minerals refining, electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, and sustainable modular homebuilding. Specific project examples include a transmission line linking Nova Scotia’s offshore wind project to manufacturing hubs in Ontario and Quebec, battery materials refining in Alberta, a national EV charging network, and modular housing hubs in Ontario and British Columbia. The report highlights the federal government’s crucial role in addressing project-specific needs and establishing the necessary infrastructure and policies to attract private investment. Public support for these initiatives is strong, with polling showing 68% to 81% approval across the four projects. The task force, composed of leaders from various clean economy sectors, outlines the benefits, current barriers