In a landmark address at the Canadian Embassy in Berlin, Canada’s Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Tim Hodgson, unveiled a bold new phase in Canada–Germany cooperation aimed at securing transatlantic energy resilience and industrial competitiveness.
Speaking against the backdrop of global volatility and shifting alliances, Hodgson emphasized that energy is no longer just an economic issue—it is a matter of national security, sovereignty, and democratic strength. The speech marked a pivotal moment in bilateral relations, building on Prime Minister Carney’s recent meetings with German Chancellor Merz.
“Canada can be the trusted partner Germany needs to ensure that 2022 never happens again for any resource,” Hodgson declared, referencing the energy crisis triggered by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
🔋 Key Announcements:
- G7 Critical Minerals Production Alliance: Canada and Germany will co-fund projects and secure supply chains for EVs, batteries, aerospace, and defense.
- Commercial Agreements Signed:
- Troilus Gold Corp & Aurubis AG: Copper concentrate supply.
- Torngat Metals & VAC: Rare earth oxide supply.
- Rock Tech Lithium & Enertrag: Decarbonized lithium conversion via solar and offshore wind.
- Hydrogen & LNG Collaboration: Canada reaffirmed its interest in supplying Germany with LNG and advancing a transatlantic hydrogen corridor.
- Building Canada Act: A new legislative framework to fast-track major energy and infrastructure projects, with a Major Projects Office launching this week.
Hodgson positioned Canada as a clean and conventional energy superpower, citing its low-carbon LNG, renewable potential, and critical mineral reserves as key assets for Germany’s industrial future.