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COAL: A Power Struggle Jolt

2024-12-2608:28

Happy Holidays from Power Struggle! As developing nations grapple with rapid growth, we explore the dilemmas surrounding coal consumption and the implications for climate goals.Send us a textReach out to us with thoughts, questions, or ideas at info@powerstruggle.caLinkedinInstagramFacebookTwitter🎧 For audio versions of our podcast visit powerstruggle.ca and listen on the go in your favourite podcast app!Video available on Power Struggle’s YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@PowerStrugglePod

Harnessing Gaming and AI for Sustainability // Valentina Riggins

2024-12-1545:28

What if the future of energy innovation lies in gaming technology? In this episode of Power Struggle, we are joined by Valentina Riggins, Senior Vice President of Digital Consulting at Worley. Valentina provides an in-depth look into the challenges and opportunities within the energy industry, bridging the gap between traditional energy practices and cutting-edge digital technologies.We cover:How can we truly innovate in energy?Why massive projects today will shape the futureDealing with...

Can Canada afford to ignore U.S. energy needs? // Kent Fellows

2024-12-0454:43

Dr. Kent Fellows is an economist and assistant professor at the University of Calgary. With expertise in energy, infrastructure, and competition policy, Kent has advised provincial, federal, and international governments on major policy decisions. He’s also a Fellow at the City Hall Institute, contributing to cutting-edge research on energy and infrastructure economics.In this episode, Kent reveals how energy decisions ripple through households, businesses, and government revenues, exposing t...

How Energy Policies Contribute to the Housing Crisis // Bill Tieleman

2024-11-2744:09

Bill Tieleman is one of British Columbia’s most seasoned and influential strategists. With decades of experience in political communications, including roles in the B.C. Premier’s Office, for the NDP, and the BC Federation of Labour, Bill has shaped campaigns and conversations across the province. As the founder of West Star Communications, he’s spent 25 years helping labor, business, non-profits, and Indigenous organizations navigate complex political landscapes. From his work overturning th...

Poverty Kills Climate Action (with Susan Downie-Gagnon)

2024-11-2029:24

What if we could align climate action with economic growth while empowering communities?Today we welcome Susan Downie-Gagnon, a changemaker in Canada’s natural resource sector.Beginning her career in medical science and HIV research, Susie followed her curiosity into various initiatives in sectors like forestry, bioenergy and clean tech. From leading one of Canada’s largest Indigenous equity ownership deals to driving innovation at UBC’s Faculty of Forestry, her journey reflects her commitmen...

Unpacking the Energy Landscape with Robert Bryce

2024-11-1428:58

Today we welcome Robert Bryce, Texas based reporter, author and documentary producer.Raised in the oil-rich heartland of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Robert's journey into energy journalism was inspired by early exposure to the industry and guided by his mother’s dedication to making complicated subjects approachable. Our conversation spans the evolution of his career, his compelling book "A Question of Power," and his advocacy for energy humanism, focusing on how these themes impact the lives of women a...

Turning Waste into Wealth with Sustainable Technology // Barinder Rasode

2024-11-0642:48

Barinder Rasode is turning waste into wealth. As CEO of Tersa Earth Innovations, she’s pioneering new ways to extract resources from mining waste, all while advocating for her community.With experience in government, health care, female empowerment, and environmental solutions, Barinder bridges the gap between thriving economically and being environmentally responsible. In this episode we get into:- The future of mining and Barinder’s mission to turn waste into wealth through Tersa- What it w...

The First Carbon Tax // Barry Penner

2024-10-2455:23

At Power Struggle we aim to end the conversation blackout around modern energy.Barry Penner is a former park ranger turned lawyer, politician, and BC’s Minister of Environment. Known for major changes including North America’s first broad-based carbon tax, Barry brings tons of experience navigating climate policy, climate action and public trust.Barry's tenure as British Columbia's Minister of the Environment was marked by significant strides in environmental policy, including the introductio...

Energy, Innovation, and Inclusion // Margareta Dovgal

2024-10-1701:04:09

Margareta is the Managing Director of Resource Works. She’s a passionate advocate for pragmatic natural resource policy with a passion for technology, innovation, and Indigenous economic development. Spending time in the UK, the UAE, and Canada shaped her insights on modern energy.In this episode we dive into:Is Canada marginalizing itself in the global conversation?Why value differences are important to consider when making policy decisions and changesThe question that the UAE is obsessed wi...

The Last Barrel of Oil // Adam Pankratz

2024-10-0946:14

Adam Pankratz is a professor at the University of British Columbia with a deep background in banking, energy, and mining. He joins Power Struggle to bring his unique take on the challenge (and costs) that switching from fossil fuels to green energy poses.In this episode we discuss:Adam’s start in politics and how that sparked his interest in energyWhere responsibility lies when making big change promisesHis concept of “the energy transition” and how to avoid another Covid 19 scenarioThe impli...

Energy, The Environment, and Polarization // Dr. Emily Huddart

2024-10-0359:03

Host Stewart Muir speaks with Emily Huddart Kennedy, Professor and Associate Head at the University of British Columbia and author of Ecotypes: Five Ways of Caring About the Environment. Emily explores the complex relationships people have with the environment, uncovering how these complex relationships manifest in everyday life.Send us a textReach out to us with thoughts, questions, or ideas at info@powerstruggle.caLinkedinInstagramFacebookTwitter🎧 For audio versions of our podcast visi...

Canada's Role in the World // Jock Finlayson

2024-10-0247:33

Jock Finlayson brings over 3 decades of experience in economic policy, leadership, and business strategy. He has been instrumental in shaping key decisions across Canada’s energy and business sectors. As the Chief Economist of the Independent Contractors and Businesses Association and former Executive Vice President of the Business Council of British Columbia, Jock’s insights are not to be missed.Find out why and how Canada’s diminishing role on the global stage impacts you.Send us a textReac...

Short: The Energy Trilemma

2024-10-0206:15

Unlock the intricacies of the "Energy Trilemma" as we explore the fine balance between energy security, affordability, and sustainability. How do we navigate the complexities of a global (and growing) energy system while striving for a cleaner, more equitable future?Welcome to Power Struggle.Send us a textReach out to us with thoughts, questions, or ideas at info@powerstruggle.caLinkedinInstagramFacebookTwitter🎧 For audio versions of our podcast visit powerstruggle.ca and listen on the go in ...

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