Our Energy Future Pathways

The future of the Canadian energy system depends on how it develops and adapts to the challenges of global growth, carbon policies, and the demand for efficient, environmentally-sustainable power. One of the main challenges lies in optimizing the integration of Canada’s diverse energy economy (including hydro-power, wind, and carbon-based fuels) in order to meet our energy needs.

The 2060 project, based within the Institute for Integrated Energy Systems at UVic and supported by the Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions, plays a key role by examining potential impacts of integration on large-scale energy systems in Canada under various carbon policies and global growth scenarios.

The project produces knowledge that can be used effectively by policymakers, academics, industry and others to shape programs to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.