EFC Ontario Region Luncheon Electrification in Canada

EIN EFC alectra 400

Oct 11, 2019

Electro-Federation Canada (EFC) has partnered with the Alectra GRE&T Centre to host an informative session that will explore core trends driving the Electrification movement.

Join industry colleagues and learn about the many opportunities Electrification provides the Canadian electrical channel on both the demand and supply side — from electrified transportation and smart, energy-efficient products, to a more sustainable, reliable and socially-conscious energy infrastructure.

Members will also have an opportunity to tour Alectra’s GRE&T Centre, including their microgrid centre and EV charging stations. Learn more about these innovative onsite facilities.

Go HERE to register

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