Quebec’s government unveiled a 25‑year resource management plan on June 30, 2026, in Varennes, committing $87 billion to raise the share of renewable energy in the province’s consumption to 77 percent by 2050. The announcement was made by Bernard Drainville of the Quebec Energy Ministry on behalf of the provincial government.
The plan outlines a series of investments aimed at expanding renewable power generation across the province. Funding will be allocated over the next quarter‑century to develop new projects, upgrade existing infrastructure, and integrate additional clean‑energy sources into the grid. The targeted 77 percent contribution from renewables is intended to replace a portion of the current energy mix that relies on non‑renewable sources.
The government positioned the strategy as a central component of Quebec’s broader climate objectives. By setting a clear timeline and financial commitment, officials aim to provide certainty for industry participants and align provincial policy with long‑term environmental goals. The plan’s duration of 25 years reflects the scale of transformation required to achieve the 2050 target.
While the detailed breakdown of specific projects was not released, the announcement signals a continued emphasis on renewable technologies such as hydroelectric, wind, and solar power, which have historically played a major role in Quebec’s electricity system. The $87 billion investment is expected to be sourced from public funds and may involve partnerships with private stakeholders, though exact financing mechanisms were not disclosed.
The initiative follows the province’s recent release of a long‑term strategy that charts major investment pathways for renewable energy. By committing to a substantial financial outlay and a clear renewable‑energy share goal, Quebec joins other jurisdictions in setting ambitious decarbonisation targets for the coming decades.
The plan will be monitored by the Energy Ministry, which will report progress toward the 77 percent renewable benchmark as the province moves toward its 2050 climate commitments.