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Quebec may face future energy deficits, need to import electricity from U.S., other provinces

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3 November 2026

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Fusion42 · 3 November 2026 · Fusion42 review

Hydro-Québec projects an electricity demand surge of over 30% by 2041, risking deficits as early as 2029 and potentially requiring imports from the U.S. and other provinces. The utility plans substantial capacity additions and energy savings but is cautious about nuclear energy adoption.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Climate Tech, and 2 sources have reported it.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

You face a near-term surge in electricity demand that will break existing supply in Quebec. Locking in partnerships or tech for flexible supply or efficiency could give you an edge as imports and new capacity scramble to fill gaps.

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2 sources · 3 Nov 2026

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