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Carbon Copy is a show about the technology, engineering and economics of a low carbon future. Join ERA as we dive into the topics and technology innovations that are critical to delivering sustainable environmental outcomes, attracting investment, and building a diversified, lower carbon economy. Carbon Copy, a new podcast from ERA, takes a closer look at the technologies and people that will change our climate impact and help reshape Alberta’s economy.
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On this episode, we sat down with Blake Wickland, Executive Director of the Methane Emission Leadership Alliance, to talk about how ERA's Methane Reduction Deployment Program acts as a bridge between government policy and field operations. With over thirty years of experience, Blake shares why Alberta’s history of innovation positions us as a global leader in methane reduction—and why the time to modernize is right now. Learn more about the Methane Reduction Deployment Program here.
On this episode, we sat down with Kyle Mulligan, Assistant Vice President of Operations Technology at CPKC, to talk about the inspiration behind their Hydrogen Locomotive Program, the lessons learned from early challenges, and what the future holds for this transformational technology and the locomotive industry. Learn more.
In this episode, we sat down with Bernhard Koudelka, Shell’s Vice President of Carbon Capture and Storage, to talk about the global state of CCS, what it takes to make these projects work, and why Alberta’s geology, workforce, and regulatory leadership make it one of the best places in the world to scale this technology. Learn more at: shell.com/carbon-capture-and-storage
In this episode, Craig Werner, Director of Partnerships and Engagement, Chris Owttirm, Executive Director of Technology and Innovation, and Isabella Tarasco, Innovation Investment Manager, discuss our Technology Roadmap (TRM); what it is, why it matters, and how it’s evolving to help Alberta’s industries navigate towards a low-carbon future. You can learn more about our TRM here.
In this episode, we sat down with Thomas McArthur, Chief Operating Officer at Kuva Systems, to talk about how the technology works, what they've learned from working in Alberta's oil and gas fields, and why context, not just detection, is the Key to cutting methane emissions. Since our conversation with Thomas was recorded, Kuva has joined forces with Sensirion, a Swiss-based sensor manufacturer. This exciting new chapter expands their capacity to offer continuous methane monitoring around th...
In this episode, we sat down with Chris Doornbos, President & CEO of E3 Lithium, to explore their mission, the breakthrough behind their selective extraction process, and the role of strategic funding in de-risking this transformative project. Learn More at e3lithium.ca
In this episode, we sat down with Jason de Jong, Consulting Energy Project Developer at Strathcona, who walks us through the challenges and breakthroughs shaping Alberta’s carbon capture landscape and why continuous innovation is critical to achieving decarbonization in Alberta and beyond. To learn more, visit strathconaresources.com
In this episode, we sat down with Megan Bowen, the Sustainability Project Development Engineer at Strathcona Resources to discuss their cutting-edge carbon capture and storage (CCS) technologies, navigating complex regulatory landscapes, and the challenges of redefining an industry rooted in tradition while becoming a leader in carbon innovation. To learn more, visit strathconaresources.com
In this episode, we sit down with Parminder Sandhu, CEO and Managing Director of Enerva Energy Solutions, to discuss how the SEMI Program removes barriers, delivers real-world results, and makes energy efficiency attainable for businesses of all sizes. To learn more, visit eralberta.ca/semi
In this episode, we sit down with James Fann, President and CEO of the International CCS Knowledge Center, to explore what it means for Canada to remain at the forefront of this industry, and why CCS is essential for a sustainable future. To learn more, visit ccsknowledge.com
In this episode, we speak with Andrew Hall, Managing Director and Head of the Carbon Market Advisory at TD Securities, about the world of project financing, carbon credits, green bonds, and how banks like TD are stepping in to support BECCS and other emissions-reducing initiatives. To learn more, visit TDSecurities.com
In this episode, we speak with Jonathan Rhone, Co-founder and CEO of CO280, about what makes a good CDR project and how CO280 is building partnerships to tackle the hardest part of the journey to net zero. To learn more, visit CO280.com
In this episode, we speak with Jamie Stephen, Managing Director at TorchLight Bioresources, about the Alberta advantage for bioenergy, Torchlight's Rocky Mountain project, and keeping captured carbon safely stored for the long haul.
In this episode, we speak with Cal Dakin, Director of Innovation and Woodlands at Mercer Peace River, about sustainable forest management, mass timber construction, and the impact of forestry on the climate To learn more, visit their website.
In this episode, we speak with Greg Conlin, Vice President of Operations at ENMAX Energy, about how their new Hybrid Electric Gas Turbine works, its impact on the grid, and the potential it holds for the future of sustainable energy production. To learn more, read their media release or visit their website.
In this episode, we speak with Kevin Krausert, CEO & Co-Founder at Avatar Innovations, about how to find funding for emissions reduction projects, how collaboration catalyzes change and the difference between Innovation and invention. To learn more and get in touch with Avatar, visit avatarinnovations.energy.
In this episode, we speak with Tarek El Naggar, VC Associate at the Plug and Play Tech Centre, about the right moment for a startup to seek investment, navigating the investor community, and getting your clean tech project rolling. To learn more about the Plug and Play Tech Centre, visit https://www.plugandplaytechcenter.com/alberta/.
In this episode, we speak with Derek Armstrong, former Manager of Innovation Ecosystems at Prairies Economic Development Canada, about the barriers to innovation in Canada, what can be done to help companies overcome these barriers, and what makes the prairies a unique place to do business. Although Derek is no longer with Prairies Can, anyone interested in getting in touch can contact them here: https://www.canada.ca/en/prairies-economic-development/corporate/contact.html.
In this episode we speak with Samantha Irwin, manager at Exergy Solutions, about our partnership on the Barriers to Commercialization study, the ecosystem of groups supporting innovation in Alberta, and how to get great ideas out into the world.
In this episode, we talk to Tim Dixon, head of IEAGHG, to learn more about the Greenhouse Gas Control Technologies (GHGT) conference; the foremost event on greenhouse gas mitigation technologies. GHGT-17 takes place in Calgary in October, 2024, and is brought to you by Emissions Reductions Alberta. We sat down to discuss the significance of this international event, explore cutting-edge advancements in CCUS technologies, and discuss how global partnerships are pivotal in achieving emiss...
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