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Minister of Energy, Sonya Savage. (Government of Alberta)
Sonya Savage, Minister of Energy

Alberta aiming to advance North American energy security in New York

Sep 18, 2022 | 12:47 PM

Provincial government officials say Energy Minister Sonya Savage will travel to New York City this week to promote Alberta’s role in a secure and sustainable energy future.

Minister Savage will participate in the ATB Capital Markets Fall Energy Conference in New York Sept. 19-20. The minister is expected to participate on a panel with U.S. state officials and North American industry leaders, and meet with key stakeholders to promote Alberta’s energy reserves amid ongoing challenges with energy security and the energy transition.

“Alberta is the solution to North American energy security,” said Sonya Savage, Minister of Energy, in a press release Sunday. “To continue advancing our role as a responsible energy producer, cooperation with our international partners is vital. We must work together to establish a united front on energy security and affordability.”

“This includes increasing Alberta’s exports to the United States and the world,” continued Savage. “By leading and shaping these important discussions with our global partners and industry leaders, we position ourselves as part of the long-term solution to global energy security.”

The government says Alberta continues working to strengthen energy relationships with global partners. This is said to include Premier Jason Kenney’s recent visit to South Korea, where he led discussions on potential large-scale investments in Alberta in several sectors, and Minister Savage’s visit to Norway to participate in the Offshore Northern Seas (ONS) Conference.

Officials say Minister Savage will be accompanied by her chief of staff.

Mission expenses will be posted on the travel and expense disclosure page.

Alberta’s government says it is committed to working with its national and international partners to advance shared interests that can lead to new opportunities for people and businesses in Alberta and around the world.

Itinerary for Minister Savage*

Sept. 19

  • Travel to New York
  • ATB Capital Markets Fall Energy Conference Reception

Sept. 20

  • ATB Capital Markets Fall Energy Conference
  • Stakeholder meetings

Sept. 21

  • Return to Calgary