Premier Tim Houston will be meeting with global energy leaders to promote energy and natural resources in Nova Scotia.

He’s attending the Cambridge Energy Research Associates Week known as CERAWeek that’s taking place in Texas from March 23 to 27.

Houston will be joined by other Canadian premiers and the federal Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Tim Hodgson.

“Nova Scotia has a wealth of natural resources that are in high demand, and it’s incredibly important that we take full advantage of them in safe and responsible ways to boost Nova Scotia’s economic and energy security,” he said.

“World events continue to demonstrate the importance of making sure Nova Scotia’s economy is more resilient and ready to play a part in Canada’s energy future by further developing our energy capacity and attracting new investments.”

Nova Scotia is responsibly working to develop offshore resources including oil and natural gas, offshore wind and permanent carbon storage.

The province has attracted some of the largest oil and gas companies worldwide and hosted safe exploration and development for over 25 years.

Houston will return from the conference on Thursday, March 26.