Canada and France have expressed support to the Philippines in developing its nuclear energy industry, citing their expertise in this field.
In his welcome remarks at the Philippine International Nuclear Supply Chain Forum (PINSCF) 2024 in Quezon City on Thursday, Canadian Ambassador to the Philippines David Hartman emphasized Canada’s readiness to support the Philippines in achieving its nuclear energy goals.
Hartman highlighted Canada’s comprehensive nuclear ecosystem, which includes advanced reactor technologies and financing solutions through Export Development Canada.
Hartman conveyed that Canada is prepared to offer a complete package of expertise and resources to help ensure the Philippines’ success on its nuclear energy journey.
Canada, a global nuclear energy leader for its innovative reactor designs, stringent safety protocols, and “on-time and on-budget” project execution scheme, have expressed its support for the Philippines’ goal of building a cleaner, more sustainable, and resilient energy future.
French Ambassador to the Philippines Marie Fontanel in her welcome remarks announced that French Ministry of Ecological Transition, Energy, Climate and Risk Education and the Philippine Department of Energy are currently in discussion to sign a memorandum of understanding on cooperation in energy transition and the implementation of nuclear programs.
This will focus on training, research and capacity building, including technical assistance on energy transition with focus on nuclear energy.
France is also considering providing a grant to the Philippine government to support evaluation of potential sites for nuclear energy infrastructure. The Clean Energy Scenario of the Philippine Energy Plan considers the installation of 1,200 MW of nuclear energy capacity by 2032, with plans to double to 2,400 MW by 2035, and expand further to 4,800 MW by 2050.
