Bill 17 on carbon capture marks a regulatory turning point in Quebec. On February 12, 2026, our President and CEO, Gabriel Vézina, will be in Thetford Mines as part of the From Grey to Green initiative for a strategic session on the future of industrial decarbonization in Quebec.
This meeting comes at an important time: the recent adoption of Bill No. 17, which represents a major regulatory advance in carbon capture and sequestration.
According to the Quebec government, this law aims to establish a structuring framework for the geological storage of CO₂ and marks "a first step towards the single code under construction"¹.
What changes with Law 17 on carbon capture
Bill 17 on carbon capture creates a structuring framework for sequestration projects in Quebec.
The adoption of Bill No. 17 sends a clear signal to the market:
- Quebec officially recognizes the strategic role of carbon sequestration.
- A specific regulatory framework is now in place.
- Geological storage projects have better legal predictability.
For investors and industry players, this regulatory stability is essential.
However, the law primarily regulates geological sequestration.
However, the climate transition requires a broader approach.
Why broaden the regulatory framework?
Carbon capture is not limited to geological injection.
Other technological approaches exist, including:
- Off-site storage
- CO₂ mineralization processes
- Integrated solutions for capture and valorization
Mineralization transforms CO₂ into stable solid compounds. This approach allows not only for long-term storage, but also for its use within a circular economy framework.
To achieve Quebec's climate ambitions, the regulatory framework will need to evolve to reflect all available solutions.
The role of innovation in industrial decarbonization
At SkyrenuWe believe that the success of the transition rests on three pillars:
✔ Appropriate and evolving regulations
✔ Close collaboration between industry, government, and innovators
✔ A broader vision of capture and storage technologies
Direct air capture, combined with sustainable storage solutions, constitutes a strategic lever for reducing residual emissions.
The adoption of Bill 17 represents a solid foundation.
The work starts now.
From grey to green: building the ecosystem
The From Grey to Green initiative fosters dialogue between industrial players and innovators. It is precisely this type of collaborative ecosystem that will accelerate:
- Pilot projects
- Industrial partnerships
- Structuring investments
- Regulatory developments
The energy transition can only succeed by integrating all credible solutions.
