ThinkEnergy
139 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingthinkenergy looks at the energy of tomorrow, today. Every two weeks we’ll speak with game-changing experts to bring you the latest on the rapidly evolving energy landscape, innovative technologies, eco-conscious efforts, and more. Join Hydro Ottawa’s Dan Séguin and Rebecca Schwartz as they demystify and dive deep into some of the most prominent topics in the energy industry.
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Summer Recharge: 2050: The Future of Energy with the Ontario Energy Association
July 04, 2022 03:43 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MBIn order to achieve Canada’s goal of being net zero by 2050, the future of energy will need to look a lot different than it does today. Vince Brescia, President and CEO of the Ontario Energy Association shared how controlling our emissions is a large part of the process, taking into account affordability and reliability of the energy supply, and six recommendations outlined by the Ontario Energy Association in a recent report. Relive this episode as part of thinkenergy’s Summer Recharge! ...
Summer Recharge: EV-olving Transportation with Cara Clairman
June 20, 2022 07:00 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBIn our last episode, we spoke with Loren McDonald about the shift in social perception when it comes to adopting EVs across Canada. However, it’ll take more than just a social shift for this adoption to happen. This week we’re revisiting our conversation with Cara Clairman, President and CEO at Plug'nDrive—and a prominent leader in the EV space, who shared her unique perspective on Canada’s readiness to adopt EVs, barriers the country is facing, whether Canadian businesses and municipalities...
EV Adoption: The Grid, The Battery, and The Evangelist
June 06, 2022 07:00 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MBThe adoption of electric vehicles continues to rise in Canada, with many automakers reporting their EV stock is completely sold out. This shift in social perception from being EV-hesitant to embracing their benefits seems like a big win for society, but are we really ready for this boom in popularity? Loren McDonald of EVAdoption has spent decades analyzing trends in EVs and charging technology, and he joins this episode of thinkenergy to share his thoughts. Related links https://eva...
Is Energy Storage the Missing Link to a Clean-Energy Future?
May 23, 2022 07:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MBEnergy storage means more than just batteries. There are many different technologies that could offset peak electricity consumption periods, ultimately preventing the need for expensive, emissions-heavy infrastructure that could lead us away from our clean-energy goals. Justin Rangooni, Executive Director of Energy Storage Canada, joins thinkenergy to explain how energy storage can help meet demand spikes, the importance of supporting wide-scale deployment of renewable energy sources, and muc...
KRP and Future-Proofing Commercial Buildings
May 09, 2022 07:00 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MBDan Seguin 00:06 This is thinkenergy, the podcast that helps you better understand the fast changing world of energy through conversations with game changers, industry leaders, and influencers. So join me, Dan Seguin, and my co host, Rebecca Schwartz, as we explore both traditional and unconventional facets of the energy industry. Hey, everyone, welcome back. On today's show, we're going to talk about buildings and the critical role they play in our country's transition to a lower carbon, a...
Are Microgrids the Answer to a Cleaner Future? Part 2
April 25, 2022 07:00 - 20 minutes - 19 MBIn part one of our conversation about microgrids, we spoke with Charles Berndt, Manager of Grid Technology with Hydro Ottawa, about how these systems can help Canada reach its net zero goals. Charles joins us again for part two, this time focusing on how we can meet the demand for energy while maintaining safety and security—all in the name of decarbonizing our future. Related links LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-berndt-84427b2/ --- To subscribe using Apple Pod...
Are Microgrids the Answer to a Cleaner Future? Part 1
April 11, 2022 07:00 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBThe term microgrid might make them sound small, but these systems could hold a big key to Canada’s low-carbon future. Microgrids are made up of energy users, distributed energy resources, and advanced controllers, all working together to form an energy grid for both renewable and non-renewable generators. They also have the potential to adopt cleaner technologies, which in turn could improve the way the utility industry is managed and operated. Charles Berndt, Manager of Grid Technology at Hy...
The Energy Sector’s Workplace and Workforce Future
March 28, 2022 07:00 - 53 minutes - 48.8 MBAccording to a survey conducted by Electricity Human Resources Canada, 48% of employees believe they increased productivity when working remotely. With that in mind, it’s no surprise to see many industries adopting a hybrid model where employees have flexibility around where they work—and why prospective employees are looking beyond salary when determining what’s important to them in a job. Michelle Branigan, CEO of Electricity Human Resources Canada, joins us to discuss how remote working wi...
The QUEST for Lower Municipal Emissions
March 14, 2022 08:00 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MBCanada becoming net zero by 2050 is a commitment made by the federal government, but there’s a lot of action needed at a community level before this can happen. Municipalities make up 50% of greenhouse gas emissions in Canada, so does that mean achieving net zero is actually a grassroots movement? Tonja Leach, Executive Director of QUEST Canada, joins Dan and Rebecca to talk about the importance of championing communities and how one of the biggest keys to a greener future is getting people t...
Renewable Energy’s Role in Net Zero with Robert Hornung
February 28, 2022 08:00 - 34 minutes - 47.7 MBThe push to “electrify'' everything as a way to meet Canada’s net-zero goals is strong, but is it really the answer to everything? Should we start looking towards energy efficiency ahead of electrification? Robert Hornung, President and CEO of Canadian Renewable Energy Association, joins this episode of thinkenergy to discuss the benefits of using solar and wind energy to help decarbonize the electricity grid. He also enlightens us on how investing in renewable energy has the potential for s...
Our Moon Shot To Be Net Zero by 2030
February 14, 2022 08:00 - 59 minutes - 81.3 MBOttawa’s energy ecosystem is unique, with long-standing localized and green generation. In fact, did you know Hydro Ottawa is the largest municipally-owned producer of clean, renewable energy in Canada? Bryce Conrad, Hydro Ottawa President and CEO, joins Dan and Rebecca to discuss the company’s commitment to making its entire operations net zero by 2030. Related links LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryce-conrad-2ab1b352/ https://hydroottawa.com Check out our new Think Energy Po...
Technology’s Impact on a Greener Future with Amber Mac
January 31, 2022 08:00 - 34 minutes - 47.2 MBTechnology has evolved so rapidly to make our lives easier, but many would argue these advancements have been a leading cause in the current state of climate change. Knowing we need to find cleaner energy methods, is it possible technology could help solve the problem it may have helped create? Join host Dan Séguin as he sits down with accomplished entrepreneur, best-selling author, and award-winning podcaster Amber Mac to discuss the potential impact technology could have on a greener fut...
The Journey to a Net Zero Future
January 17, 2022 08:00 - 45 minutes - 62.7 MBCanada has been vocal about reaching a net zero future, but in order for the country to get there, it’s going to require a combination of new technology and social behaviours. Catherine Abreu, Executive Director of Destination Zero and former Executive Director of Climate Action Network-Canada, joins thinkenergy this episode to discuss how we can build more resilient energy systems, how Indigenous communities are leading the charge on renewable energy development, and what it will take f...
Uber’s Zero-Emissions Future with Matthew Price
January 03, 2022 08:00 - 25 minutes - 46 MBCost, inventory, and access to charging stations are major barriers when making the jump to an electric vehicle. In fact, 71% of Uber drivers across Canada said they’re interested in making the switch, but these factors are holding them back. Uber’s Matthew Price joins Dan Séguin and Rebecca Schwartz for an in-depth look at what the company is doing to help make electric vehicles more accessible to their drivers—and Canadians. Related Content and Links Matthew Price’s Linkedin profile: ht...
Podcasts of Holiday Past, Present and Future
December 20, 2021 08:00 - 22 minutes - 51.9 MBThis week, we have a special holiday episode of the ThinkEnergy podcast. Inspired by one of our favourite Christmas movies, A Christmas Carol, we’re here to present some podcast “ghosts” of past, present and future. Get ready to buckle up because we’re going on an adventure to recap three of our top episodes from 2021. Related Content & Links: Second Harvest - https://secondharvest.ca --- Transcript: Dan Seguin 00:53 Ho, ho, ho, everyone. Welcome back. This is the ThinkEnergy po...
The Power of Local Hydro and the Electricity Distributors Association
December 06, 2021 08:00 - 26 minutes - 61.7 MBThe energy sector, specifically electricity, is evolving at a rapid pace. But some folks may not realize that 94 per cent of Ontario’s electricity is generated without producing any greenhouse gas emissions. That’s pretty remarkable. So, what can customers expect from their local hydro utility today and in the future? How are they influenced by the government and its regulators? Teresa Sarkesian, the President and CEO of the Electricity Distributors Association, is here with us today to fill...
The Evolution of Electrical Safety
November 22, 2021 08:00 - 50 minutes - 45.8 MBUnfortunately, electrical injuries are not as rare as one would hope. But the rate of electrical fatalities is actually trending down thanks to the efforts of the Electrical Safety Authority. Today’s big question: How has the Electrical Safety Authority strategically evolved its approach to safety in this modern, and increasingly electric world? Special guest, Josie Erzetic, Chief Regulatory Officer & General Counsel for the Electrical Safety Authority, is here with us today to help ground u...
Innovating the Grid through Distributed Energy Resources
November 08, 2021 08:00 - 27 minutes - 24.8 MBNew considerations for innovating how electricity is generated, distributed, and stored are being made every day. This includes the development and implementation of distributed energy resources - a promising solution for increasing the integration of clean energy. How will distributed energy resources help us reach our climate change targets, and what changes will be needed in order for the grid to support them? Vice President of the Alectra Green Energy & Technology Centre, Neetika Sathe, ...
EV-olving Transportation
October 25, 2021 07:00 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBThe Government of Canada has mandated that 100 per cent of car and passenger truck sales be zero-emission by 2035. All kinds of measures will be required to support this transportation evolution. Are Canadians ready to embrace this relatively quick transition over to EVs? What are all the barriers? And, do Canadian businesses and municipalities have a role to play in the EV evolution? Cara Clairman, President and CEO at Plug'nDrive (and a prominent leader in the EV space) joins us to share h...
The Wonder Women of Powerline Technicians
October 11, 2021 07:00 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBIn Canada, women represent approximately one to two percent of active powerline technicians working in the electricity industry. What are the barriers that these women face? And what improvements can be made for future generations of women? Lana Norton - Executive Director and Founder at Women of Powerline Technicians as well as the Supervisor of Field Metering Services at Hydro Ottawa joins us to share her experience since graduating as one of two women from a powerline tech program in 2010...
2050: The Future of Energy with the Ontario Energy Association
September 27, 2021 07:00 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBWhen you try and wrap your head around what it will take to get Canada to net-zero by 2050, do you wonder what kind of energy transformation that will entail? With less than 30 years to hit net-zero greenhouse gas emissions, today’s topic for discussion is what it will take to revolutionize the way we consume and use all forms of energy. Here with us is Vince Brescia, President and CEO of the Ontario Energy Association, to share how we can achieve this goal. Related Content & Links: Vinc...
Eye of the Storm
September 13, 2021 07:00 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBStorm season is truly any season. And during a global pandemic, as we've become more dependent on an uninterrupted supply of electricity (so we can work and learn from home), the consequences of storm-related power outages have been heightened. So here's today's big question: How are utilities facing the eye of the storm? What's involved during these critical times to keep the system and people protected from outages? To answer these questions today, we have the Director of System Operations...
What’s in Store for Energy Storage? (Rebroadcast)
September 06, 2021 07:00 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MB---Join us for our Summer Rewind series as we feature past podcast episodes!--- EPISODE #41: Does energy storage hold great potential for a Canada in which wind and solar power could dominate new power plant additions and gradually overtake other sources of electricity? How can energy storage make up for the current limitations of renewables? Find out if energy storage, particularly electricity storage, is the missing piece in the renewables jigsaw as Justin Rangooni, Executive director...
Is Canadian Waterpower North America’s Green Battery? (Rebroadcast)
August 30, 2021 07:00 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MB---Join us for our Summer Rewind series as we feature past podcast episodes!--- EPISODE #38: Waterpower is Canada’s most abundant source of clean and renewable electricity. In fact, because of this, Canada is the second largest generator of hydroelectricity in the world. So, what’s next for Canada’s waterpower industry? Is there untapped potential? What are the plans for growth nationally and what influence does it have on the world stage? Our special guest, Anne-Raphaëlle Audouin, Pre...
Evolving City-Wide Energy Habits (Rebroadcast)
August 23, 2021 07:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MB---Join us for our Summer Rewind series as we feature past podcast episodes!--- EPISODE #37: Roughly 50 per cent of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in Canada are from municipalities. This means that cities have the opportunity to make a huge impact when it comes to shifting and improving energy habits. In this episode, Andrea Flowers – the Senior Project Manager for Environmental Programs, Planning, Infrastructure & Economic Development for the City of Ottawa – tells us all about the ste...
Why We're Falling 'In Like' with E-Bikes (Rebroadcast)
August 16, 2021 07:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MB---Join us for our Summer Rewind series as we feature past podcast episodes!--- EPISODE #35: When we talk about the electrification of transportation, we tend to think about electric vehicles or light rail transit. But there’s another sub-genre of electric transportation that is rapidly growing in popularity: e-bikes. In this episode, Seth Weintraub, an award-winning tech journalist and blogger, helps us tackle some of the myths surrounding e-bikes and helps us understand why they’re be...
District Energy: Looking Back & Moving Forward (Rebroadcast)
August 09, 2021 07:30 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MB---Join us for our Summer Rewind series as we feature past podcast episodes!--- EPISODE #34: What happens when you use a network of hot and cold water pipes, bury them underground, and then use them to efficiently heat and cool buildings – or even whole communities? You get something called district energy. In this episode, Jeff Westeinde, President of Zibi Canada and Founding partner of Windmill Development Group, shares his passion for environmental sustainability, designing communiti...
Is Eco-Purchasing on the Rise? (Rebroadcast)
August 02, 2021 07:30 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB---Join us for our Summer Rewind series as we feature past podcast episodes!--- EPISODE #24: With a nation-wide commitment to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 as well as an increase in climate change awareness, has eco-purchasing in Canada increased? In other words, are more people buying products and services that have less impact on the environment and human health? Dianna Miller, Chief of ENERGY STAR shares about the ENERGY STAR program and how it works to not only motivate the pro...
Shifting into Renewable Gear (Rebroadcast)
July 26, 2021 07:30 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MB---Join us for our Summer Rewind series as we feature past podcast episodes!--- EPISODE #33: Compared to conventional methods of energy generation, like fossil fuels, greenhouse gases emitted from renewables are little-to-none; making them the cleanest, most viable solution to prevent environmental degradation. In this episode, we invite Brandy Giannetta, Senior Director at Canadian Renewable Energy Association, to discuss renewable energy and the realistic strategies for increasing its...
Electric Vehicles: Barriers & Opportunities (Rebroadcast)
July 19, 2021 07:00 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MB---Join us for our Summer Rewind series as we feature past podcast episodes!--- EPISODE #22: Canada’s Electric Highway is now a reality. Petro-Canada recently made a bold move to equip 50 of its retail outlets along the Trans-Canada Highway with electric vehicle fast chargers. This is a great start, but EV owners need a consistent, convenient, reliable and fast means of recharging their vehicles - wherever they travel. Al Cormier, CEO & President of Electric Mobility Canada, shares his ...
There’s No Place Like a Net-Zero Home (Rebroadcast)
July 12, 2021 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB---Join us for our Summer Rewind series as we feature past podcast episodes!--- EPISODE #36: If the Wizard of Oz was remade for the 21st century, Dorothy might now declare: there’s no place like a net-zero home. And she’d be right. But would she need the Wizard to grant her wish for a net-zero home or would Dorothy be able to afford one on her own? In this episode, Kevin Lee – CEO of the Canadian Home Builders Association (CHBA) - tells us what it means for a home or building to be “net...
Smart Buildings: Raising Building IQ for the Future (Rebroadcast)
July 05, 2021 08:00 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MB---Join us for our Summer Rewind series as we feature past podcast episodes!--- EPISODE #15: Smart buildings have the potential to consume less energy, generate less waste, and provide better quality spaces for their occupants. But just how practical is it for building owners to adopt these new technologies and can they actually improve the bottom line? Terry Young, Vice president of operations at KRP Properties sits down to talk to us about the rise of smart buildings and the importance...
Future-Proofing Commercial Properties for a Net-Zero World
June 21, 2021 08:00 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBThe race is on to reach Canada’s target - net-zero emissions by 2050. This is a relatively aggressive timeline, so what should businesses be thinking about now? How do we future proof commercial properties and other industries that are large-emitters for the net-zero future? Glenn Mooney - Manager of Energy Services at Envari, joins us to share his knowledge on sustainable energy solutions and the practical steps that businesses should start with. Related Content & Links: Glenn Mooney - ...
The Critical Decade of Building Green
June 07, 2021 07:30 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBFrom policy to infrastructure to new and old buildings, how can we create cities that improve lives through deep carbon reductions, creating co-benefits for people and the planet? Thomas Mueller, President & CEO at Canada Green Building Council, joins us to share why this is a ‘critical decade’ for the green building market and why green buildings are an actionable solution for helping Canada meet its goals for economic development, job creation, and GHG reductions. Related Content & Links...
Criminal Minds - Helping Electricity Customers Spot Scams
May 24, 2021 07:00 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBAccording to a recent survey by chartered professional accountants Canada 34% of Canadians have fallen victim to scams and frauds. Sadly, the energy industry is no stranger to the world of scam artists looking to make quick money from unsuspecting energy consumers. Here with us to discuss the criminal minds behind utility scams is Jared Lawrence, Vice President of Revenue Services and Metering at Duke Energy. He is also the founder and executive committee chair of an organization known as Ut...
Unlocking a Sustainable Energy Future With Today’s Youth
May 10, 2021 07:30 - 30 minutes - 27.6 MBYoung people offer incredible opportunities for change with their new ideas and verve. However, part of the challenge for young people around the world is finding a platform from which their voice can be heard and valued. Thankfully, when it comes to the energy sector, climate change, and what's in store for the future, an organization by the name of Student Energy seeks to bridge that gap. Here with us to discuss the keys to unlocking a sustainable energy future and how we can work together...
The Birds and the Bees About Pollinator Meadows
April 26, 2021 08:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBLet’s talk about the birds and the bees and the flowers and the trees. Did you know that across North America, pollinators are in a steep decline. It may seem like an unlikely union, but utilities are ideally suited to restore these environments. Here with us to discuss Hydro Ottawa’s latest partner project to create one of the largest pollinator meadows of its kind in Eastern Ontario is Tracey Etwell from Canadian Wildlife Federation & Meaghan McDonald from Rideau Valley Conservation Author...
A Coal-ition to Advance Ontario’s Energy Supply Mix
April 12, 2021 07:00 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBDid you know that it wasn’t too long ago that coal represented 25% of Ontario’s energy supply mix? This toxic energy source caused a host of damaging environmental and public health problems. Thankfully, in 2014, Ontario was the first jurisdiction in North America to eliminate coal as a source of electricity production. Climate change and transportation policy analyst at David Suzuki Foundation, Gideon Forman joins us to chat about coal, how Ontario transitioned away from it, and what’s next...
Hydro Quebec’s Radical Approach to the Energy Sector
March 29, 2021 07:00 - 50 minutes - 45.9 MBQuébec produces 32% of Canada’s total power generated from all sources, but is only responsible for 1% of the country’s GHG emissions linked to electric utilities. What lessons can we learn from Hydro Québec’s strategic approach to innovation, climate change, expansion and technology - and how they fit together to create one of the world’s leaders in a decarbonized future? To help guide us, we’ve invited the individual responsible for developing Hydro Quebec’s overall innovation vision, stra...
How an Eco-conscious Mindset Builds Healthier Homes
March 15, 2021 08:00 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MBPassive homes - how do they compare to a so-called “regular” house? And what can homeowners expect with respect to their carbon footprint and future energy bills? To talk about these high performance homes and the steps it takes to shift to varying degrees of eco-conscious living, we've invited Casey Gray, the founder of an award winning sustainable building company, The Conscious Builder, and the host of the Conscious Builder podcast. Related Content & Links: Casey Grey Twitter: @Cas...
Why Less is More for Canada (Part 2)
March 01, 2021 09:00 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBWhat will it take for municipalities, businesses and homeowners to get on board with energy efficiency and why is this step so important? In part two of our discussion with Corey Diamond, Executive Director of Efficiency Canada, we zoom in to look at energy efficiency from a local level. We discuss the common barriers for implementing energy efficiency as well as what’s needed from city leaders and utilities to help the communities embrace it. Related Content & Links: Efficiency Canada ...
Why Less is More for Canada (Part 1)
February 15, 2021 09:00 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBWhat is at the heart of energy efficiency and what are the benefits? Is less really more? And why is it so important that nations and governments implement policy to take action not only for their economies, but for the planet? To help us demystify this topic, Corey Diamond, Executive Director of Efficiency Canada, and the national voice for an energy efficient economy, joins us to share his insights. The short answer: energy efficiency really means so much more! Tune in to get the scoop. ...
A CANDU Attitude on Nuclear Energy
February 01, 2021 09:00 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MBNuclear is a word with numerous applications that mean wildly different things: nuclear family, nuclear bomb, nuclear war. In this episode, we chat about nuclear energy with Matthew Mairinger - a technical engineer at Ontario Power Generation and the Canadian Operating Officer at The North American Young Generation in Nuclear - and debunk some of the most common myths associated with it. Is it safe? What impact does it have on the environment? Is radiation something to be concerned about? Tu...
Fast-Tracking Electric Public Transit
January 18, 2021 09:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB[Traduction française du résumé et de la transcription du podcast ci-dessous.] Public transportation remains one of the only ways to move large amounts of people quickly and sustainably, but if sustainability is the goal, there’s a lot more that needs to be done. A typical 18 meter bus consumes approximately 40,000 litres of diesel every year, which equates to 100 tonnes of CO2 for just one bus. That’s where the electrification of public transit comes in - an initiative that Canada, and th...
What Happens When Electricity and Trees Mix?
January 04, 2021 07:00 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MBElectricity and trees seldom mix. But that doesn't mean they can't be good neighbors. Across the city of Ottawa, there are an estimated 185,000 trees in proximity to Hydro Ottawa's 2,800 kilometers of overhead high-voltage power lines. The lines run to all neighborhoods bringing electricity to over 340,000 homes and businesses. As a utility, the goal is to balance power supply reliability with environmental concerns, such as respecting the natural beauty of our community’s tree canopy. In th...
The 12 days of podcasts
December 21, 2020 06:00 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBWhile we mostly want to say "Bah humbug" and forget 2020 ever happened, for me, there were some special moments and amazing guests that I had on the show this year who are worth remembering. In this episode, we look at the 12 days of podcast past with some of the most fascinating people I spoke to this year. You'll hear from industry experts about E-bikes, district and renewable energy, EVs and more. So here's today's big question: What did you learn from the ThinkEnergy podcast this year? ...
An Electric Perspective on 2020
December 07, 2020 06:00 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MB2020 has been a challenge and a half – for individuals, families, businesses, and more. In this episode, we look at the impact of COVID-19 on Hydro Ottawa’s operations, employees and customers. Bryce Conrad, President and CEO of Hydro Ottawa, shares the lessons that he learned while leading in these uncertain times as well as the importance of fostering resilience and flexibility in all areas of a business. He also sheds light on most pressing concerns facing utility companies upon entering...
Women energizing the renewable energy sector
November 23, 2020 05:30 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBDiversity and inclusion are key drivers of innovation and success in the workplace. So, in such an innovative field like renewable energy, how can the industry attract talent? Joanna Osawe, President & CEO of Women in Renewable Energy (WIRE) shares the mission behind her organization as well as what WIRE is doing to support women seeking education and employment in the renewable energy sector. Related Content & Links: www.womeninrenewableenergy.ca WiRE Report: Navigating COVID19 & The F...
What’s in Store for Energy Storage?
November 09, 2020 05:30 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MBDoes energy storage hold great potential for a Canada in which wind and solar power could dominate new power plant additions and gradually overtake other sources of electricity? How can energy storage make up for the current limitations of renewables? Find out if energy storage, particularly electricity storage, is the missing piece in the renewables jigsaw as Justin Rangooni, Executive director of Energy Storage Canada, shares his perspective. Related Content & Links: https://hydroottawa...
Charging Up for an EV Movement
October 26, 2020 04:30 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MBAs electric vehicles (EVs) earn the spotlight as an impactful step towards environmental sustainability, what can municipalities, electric utilities and oil companies do to support a true EV movement in Canada? Jim Pegg, Director of Infrastructure Product and Service at Envari Energy Solutions, shares his expertise on the infrastructure (i.e. charging stations) and services (i.e. electrical supply) that will be necessary to encourage EV adoption while ensuring a smooth transition. Related ...