Quebec Premier François Legault announced a $7B Northvolt EV battery plant, sparking environmentalist opposition due to regulatory changes and lack of public consultation.
Quebec Premier François Legault announced a $7B Northvolt EV battery plant, touted as the "greenest electric battery factory in the world." Despite the investment's potential to transform Quebec into a major EV player, widespread opposition led by environmentalists has arisen. The government's rush to attract the factory resulted in quietly changing environmental regulations and avoiding public consultations, which has caused public backlash and legal challenges.
May 12, 2024
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