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Funding is a major barrier to transition away from diesel energy towards sustainable energy sources. This is because the cost of doing business in Inuvik is higher than the Canadian average due to the lack of a skilled local workforce.
"The Canadian North is warming at about 3 times the global average rate, which is affecting the land, biodiversity, cultures and traditions. At the same time, climate change and technology are making the Arctic more accessible." - Canada's Arctic and Northern Policy Framework [1]
A strong economy contributes to the resilience of Arctic and northern communities and sustainable growth that benefits all Canadians. However, northern economic development is challenged by higher operating costs for businesses due to the region's small and dispersed population, sparse infrastructure and higher energy and connectivity costs. - Goal 3 of the Canada's Arctic and Northern Policy Framework [1] based of the UN 2030 SDGs
Work with Aroura College, local communities, governments, elders and leaders with the knowledge base to create a curriculum that aligns with their values while providing them with the technical training to work in the sector.
Create a skilled workforce that is attractive to investors in the renewables and other sectors to attract more public and private funding into the community.
Create system that can easily adapt to the changes in technology, people's need, and job markets to provide opportunities and employment to the people of Inuvik and NWT in this field.
A program run at Aroura College that provides a means for interested locals (youth or people already in workforce) to become certified in Renewable Energy.
This program would bring together local and outside experts in Renewable Energy, such as experts from Aurora College and from the Arctic Energy Alliance. This Certification will be offered under the current Occupational Standards and Certification Program run by the NWT Department of Education, Culture and Employment. Similar to existing programs, the courses required for REC would be offered at Aurora College.
[10] Post-secondary case studies in Inuit education (page 12)