Renewable energy promises great future for First Nations

摘要

No matter how energy efficient and green our buildings become, a critical factor is still where and how the energy that fires them is generated. Renewable versus carbon-based fuels are one obvious answer for reducing greenhouse gases and important developments are taking place among First Nations in this sector. The resignation of Shawn Attleo as national chief of the Assembly of First Nations in early May exposed some of the divisions and disarray among aboriginal people. But at a deeper level big changes are taking place. Aboriginal people are gathering strength and demanding that they have a much bigger role in developing their economies, including in renewable energy projects. If they succeed, they could establish themselves on a much firmer footing and at the same time sustain and broaden Canada's energy supply.