b'CANADAInvest Alberta and Sumitomo Corporation ofAmericas: Driving Sustainable Energy Solutions I nvest Alberta recently solidified its partnership with Sumitomo Corporation of Americas through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding, a move that marks a significant milestone in Albertas pursuit of sustainable energysolutions. This collaboration perfectly aligns with SCOAs strategic goals in sustainable energy, leveraging Albertas supportive regulatory framework to drive forward the transition towards a carbon-neutral society.Above, front, left to right: President of SCOA and GM for SC Americas Tom Wada, with Keith Bradley, Chief Operating Officer, Director of EnergyBack, standing, left to right:Yohei Kurachi Calgary Office, Sumitomo Canada; Yoshi MiuraCCUS Team, EII, Sumitomo Corporation; Sandro HasegawaEIIA, Sumitomo Corporation of Americas; Takahiko WatabeConsul-General of Japan in Calgary; Masaya YasudaCalgary Office, Sumitomo Canada;Chris TillemanInvest Alberta; Brian JeanMinister of Energy and Minerals , Alberta Government; Stephen McLellanCCUS Team, EII, SumitomoCorporation; Atsushi ShimabaraConsul, Consulate General of Japan in Calgary; Wataru SatoCCUS Team, EII, Sumitomo CorporationWe are very excited to begin collaboration with Invest AlbertaRick Christiaanse, CEO of Invest Alberta, highlighted the pro-and the great partners here in the region, said Tom Wada,spective benefits of this collaboration, saying, We look forward President and CEO of Sumitomo Corporation of Americas,to working closely with Sumitomo to support the companys emphasizing the significance of this partnership. Alberta hascommitment to accelerating the energy transition in Alberta and created an optimal environment to build new business focusedbeyond.on transitioning to a carbon-neutral society over the next severalMr. Takahiko Watabe, the Consulate General of Japan in Calgary, decades. We are delighted to be part of the team that will helpdiscussed the economic impact of the partnership, stating, The Alberta and its people achieve these important goals. collaboration between an Alberta government affiliate and a Acknowledging the importance of the partnership, Brian Jean,private Japanese-owned company will help to advance economic Albertas Minister of Energy and Minerals, stated, Here indevelopment for the energy transition within this region. My hope Alberta, we are a global leader in responsible energy productsis that this MOU will generate significant business opportunities and reducing emissions. Todays MOU signing between Investthat benefit both partners and ultimately, the people of Alberta.Alberta and Sumitomo Corporation of Americas to support Sum- This partnership between Invest Alberta and SCOA signifies a itomos decarbonization efforts is good news for Albertans. Withshared commitment to pioneering sustainable energy solutions, partners like Sumitomo, we are working to ensure that Albertashowcasing Albertas potential to lead the global transition remains the best place to work, play, and raise a family. towards a cleaner, more sustainable future.8 visions Winter 2024'