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Dive into the world of Anaerobic Digestion—where tiny microbes (a.k.a. the bugs) do the dirty work! In this episode, Matt talks to Dave Ellis, the Principal Engineer at Azura Associates. From the fascinating science behind microbial digestion to how this process is driving sustainable energy, we've got the inside scoop on the bugs behind the bubbles.

In this episode Matt Lensink talks to Justin Koscak, Leader for the Measurement Solutions Business at Lakeside Process Controls. A wide array of topics are discussed from measurement instrumentation, hydrogen and even podcasting!

In this episode Matt talks to Graham Guest the Manager of Capital Projects at Walker industries.

In this episode Matt talks to Doug Dittburner, Chief engineer of Ferraror in Brantford about working together at Campbell's on a cogen project, the importance of proper energy management, and much more.

In our last episode recorded live at The Value Of Biogas East, Matt talks to Chris Perry the President of CKP Farms LTD. about his evolving farm business and advancements in the biogas space.

In this episode of of Energy Radio Matt talks to David Green of Greenholm Farms live from The Value Of Biogas East Conference in Toronto. Through research and exploration of Ontario's renewable energy programs, including the RESOP and FIT initiatives, Greenholm Farms determined that biogas production was economically viable.

This podcast was recorded during the Value of Biogas East Conference in Toronto. Matt sits down with John Van Logtenstein of Dairy Lane Systems and DLS Biogas to talk about his experience working with siblings in building their biogas empire and their move from selling farming equipment to the biogas space.

This episode kicks off our live from the "Value Of Biogas East" series that took place April 15-17th in Toronto Ontario. Venders, project developers, municipalities and utilities gather to discuss the latest and greatest in the biogas industry. Matt had the opportunity to talk to a full house about his experience in biogas, being a newly elected board member and even the Energy Radio Podcast. Canadian Biogas Association

In this episode, host Matt sits down with Dorin Marian, the Manager of Energy, Engineering and Maintenance at The International Group, Inc., to delve into the intricacies of a large-scale factory overhaul. Dorin shares invaluable insights and advice on the pivotal steps involved in this transformation. The discussion focuses on key components of the overhaul, such as the 3.5 MWe GTG based CHP system and the 90,000 lbs/hr HRSG, powered by the Solar Centaur 40 Gas Turbine. Dorin sheds light on the significance of electrical islanding and training his staff on the integration of the new technologies at the factory.

In this episode Matt talks to Joseph Lyng, the General Manager of Emerald Energy From Waste, about the rigorous process of boosting it's current capacity from 10MW to 100MW, recovering energy from waste, producing steam for a local paper manufacturer and hydrogen development projects.

In this podcast episode, Matt engages in a conversation with Martin Lensink, the founder of CEM and current Vice President of CO2 Reduction at CEM Engineering. Together, they delve into the intricacies of "due diligence" in the context of Natural Gas Utility. If you're embarking on a project that involves natural gas and seek valuable insights to enhance your understanding, this episode provides essential information and practical tips.

In this episode, Matt Lensink, the CEO of CEM Engineering, sits down with Kelly Grieves, P. Eng. the Director - Hydrogen Business Development at Atura Power. The discussion touches on Kelly's pivotal role at Atura and the remarkable rise of hydrogen as a popular and thriving fuel source. Gain an understanding of the current state of hydrogen as a fuel source, exploring its rapid growth and the pivotal role it plays in addressing our evolving energy needs. www.aturapower.com

In this episode Matt Lensink talks to Paul Brown, the VP Business Development at Cleaver Brooks. about the fascinating world of boilers and hydrogen, all things thermal and their crucial role in the journey towards decarbonizing our thermal energy needs. From steam to hot water, we're taking a deep dive into the world of thermal energy solutions.

In Season 2, Episode 10 of Energy Radio titled "Heat is Half," host Matt Lensink, the CEO of CEM Engineering, engages in a fascinating conversation with Joakim Byström, CEO of Absolicon. The episode delves into the world of thermal heat energy and explores Absolicon's groundbreaking patented solar collector technology. Throughout the episode, Matt and Joakim discuss the critical role that thermal heat energy plays in our modern world. They emphasize how thermal energy is often overlooked, even though it represents a significant portion of our energy consumption. By addressing this issue, Absolicon's innovative solutions come to the forefront. The highlight of the episode is Absolicon's patented solar collector technology. Joakim provides insights into how this technology works, harnessing the power of the sun to capture and convert thermal energy efficiently. This technology has the potential to revolutionize the way we generate and utilize heat energy, offering a more sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative. .www.absolicon.com

In this episode Matt Lensink talks to Wendy Hennel the CFO at First Nation Power Development Inc. First Nation Power Development Inc (FNpower) is an Indigenous-owned business development organization formed to actively participate and become an Indigenous business leader in Canada's clean energy transition. www.fnpower.ca

In this episode Matt talks to Nicole Brunner about her career with Enbridge Gas and their decarbonization efforts. Find out how much gas Enbrige Gas is responsible for providing it's customers, where the gas comes from and how "new energy" will contribute to a cleaner future.

In this episode Matt talks to Alex Medina, the Power Business Development Lead at HDR INC. Approaching 20 years in the energy industry, Alex has extensive experience in project development. HDR specializes in engineering, architecture, environmental and construction services. While they are most well-known for adding beauty and structure to communities through high-performance buildings and smart infrastructure, they provide much more than that. They create an unshakable foundation for progress because our multidisciplinary teams also include scientists, economists, builders, analysts and artists.

In this episode Matt Lensink talks to Scott Longmuir, A.Sc.T. the Chief Executive Officer at Three0Six Industrial. From construction to design & build, Threeosix has the capabilities and size to offer an incredible variety of services for nearly every industry.

Our Director of Engineering Bill Davidson chats with Manager of Electrical Engineering Steve Quinlan, P. Eng., FEC about current events in the energy industry and our faceoff topic is "Reviving Past icons with Holograms".

In this episode Matt Lensink talks to Ed Korevaar, the Business Development Manager at Phoenix Solar Thermal. Phoenix Solar Thermal focuses on the development, financing, engineering, and construction of solar thermal projects for industrial and institutional thermal energy users. They are the official North American partner and manufacturer of the Absolicon T160 Solar collector in Canada. www.PhoenixSolarThermal.com

In this episode Stephen Hume, the Chief Executive Officer at Prairie Eco-Integrated Solutions. Prairie Eco-Integrated Solutions delivers technologies and integrated solutions that connects and empowers communities and businesses with environmental consideration and actions. They deliver eco-friendly technologies and solutions building out FibreOptic, Power Generation, Safety and Monitoring technology, Food technology and Safe Water technologies that are sustainable for the environment, with minimal to no carbon footprint with a complete fail-safe architected solution. www.prairieecosolutions.com

Our Director of Engineering Bill Davidson chats with Electrical Designer Nathaniel Dakin about current events in the energy industry and our faceoff topic is "Placing regulations on Chat Bots".

In this episode Matt Lensink talks to Paul Greene of GreeneTec LLC. Paul has over 30 years experience in the Biogas/RNG space. GreeneTec works with project developers that are looking to get projects across the finish line.

In this episode Matt talks to CEM founder Martin Lensink about Project Development, the focus of this season of Energy Radio. Martin shares some tips and tricks on how he serves clients through the project development phase.

The end of an era and the beginning of a new one. In Season 2 Episode 1 of Energy Radio we say good bye to our co-host, coworker and friend Lisa Katz who is moving on with her career as Vice President of Business Development at Convergent Energy and Power. Lisa has been a big part of CEM's success the past 6 years and we will miss her. Good luck at Convergent Lisa :)

In this episode Lisa talks to Brad Huxter from Northern Biogas. Northern Biogas partners with developers to maximize the profitability of their RNG projects by providing professional design, construction, commissioning, operation, maintenance and field services. Backed by decades of experience, and with the resources to take on everything from the digester (or landfill) to the interconnect, Northern is the partner you need to ensure maximum gas production, uptime, revenue and profits. www.northernbiogas.com

In this episode Lisa talks to Frank Carnevale, the CEO of alkaline Fuel Cell Power corp. A diversified investment platform developing affordable, renewable and reliable energy assets in clean technology. They have a future forward vision to commercializing their advanced hydrogen fuel cell technologies. PWWR to the People. www.fuelcellpower.com

A podcast summary of some of our exciting episodes from 2022. As we approach the holiday season and a new year, we'd like to thank all our listeners and guests who have made Energy Radio such a success. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

In this episode Matt and Lisa talk to John Aydin about CEM Engineering's business development strategy, initiatives and how they are Building A More Functional World through Biogas/ RNG projects.

Matt talks to Travis Lusney, the director at Power Advisory. Power Advisory produces electricity market price forecasts for multiple markets across North America. They also offer a subscription service for the Alberta and Ontario markets, which includes price forecasts, bi-monthly market update reports and conference calls.

In this episode Matt and Lisa talk to Rob Grand, the General Manager at ZooShare Biogas Co-operative. The ZooShare biogas plant is turning poo from the Toronto Zoo and inedible food waste into renewable power for the Ontario grid. The renewable energy co-operative is made up of 800+ members who have invested over $7 million into the biogas project. This process results in an annual reduction of greenhouse gas emissions by the equivalent of 20,000 tonnes of CO2, and allows us to return valuable nutrients to the soil in the form of a high-quality fertilizer.

In this episode Matt Lensink and Lisa Katz talk to Sarah Stadnyk, Manager of Business Development & Communications at the Canadian Biogas Association and Vincent Morales, Regulatory affairs at the Coalition for Renewable Natural Gas about the Canadian Clean Fuel Regulations. The Clean Fuel Regulations program is transforming the transportation sector and our guests are here to break it down for you.

In this episode Matt Lensink and Lisa Katz talk to Samuel McDermott Technical Manager - Hydrogen and Cliff Crawford, Hydrogen Specialist at Enbridge Gas Distribution about hydrogen's current place in the energy market and where they believe it is headed, a special announcement regarding North America's first 100% hydrogen capable CHP system and they give some insight on the different ways they are exploring the use of hydrogen in the Enbridge business model.

In this episode Matt Lensink and Lisa Katz talk to John Gorman President and CEO at Canadian Nuclear Association and Doug Opseth Director, Generation Asset Management and Resource Planning at SaskPower about their SMR (Small Modular Reactor) project. SMRs are small reactors that are aimed at new markets to tackle global needs for safe, clean, economic energy. In Canada, this could mean new clean energy options for replacing coal, greening mining and improving energy security for remote communities.

Lisa Katz and Bill Davidson chat about current events in the energy industry and our faceoff topic is "Geoengineering".

Lisa Katz and Bill Davidson chat about current events in the energy industry and our faceoff topic is "Online Shopping".

In this episode Lisa Katz and Alice Van Ngo talk to Mary Robinson Associate Dean Outreach, Equity & Diversity and Andrew J B Milne, PhD, Graduate Attributes Lecturer, Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering about Women in Engineering (WiE) at the University of Waterloo about how UW WiE addresses the challenge of achieving gender diversity in the field of engineering, how UW's lessons learned & events mesh with CEM's 30 x 30 Initiatives for collaborative efforts. Women in Engineering (WiE) at the University of Waterloo supports women-identifying engineering students and alumni, while encouraging the next generation of women to pursue a future career in engineering. https://uwaterloo.ca/women-in-engineering/

In this episode Matt Lensink talks to Dr.Jemma Green Co-Founder & Executive Chairman, Powerledger. Powerledger is a software and technology company that is working towards making renewable energy work in a more stable way, by having more responsive markets. Powerledger aims to lead the global democratisation of the energy market in a way where people have access to the energy they need, can participate directly in energy markets and improve their lives and the lives of others. www.powerledger.io

In this episode Matt and Lisa talk to Robbie Laney, PE, PMP, the Chief Commercial Officer at Magnolia River. Magnolia River has four professional service Business Units that provide a host of solutions— from engineering, inspection, GIS, and GeoCurrent. Magnolia River has partnered with CEM engineering to support one of the largest natural gas distribution utilities in the southeast USA in the implementation of a comprehensive turn-key Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) Facility. This project, when fully constructed and operational, is expected produce over 105,000 MMBtu of renewable, clean, pipeline quality natural gas for thousands of customers in the utility's service area. Learn more about this project by clicking here: Renewable Natural Gas Partnership

In this episode Matt and Lisa talk to Bengt Malmstrom, P.Eng., a Senior Mechanical Engineer at CEM engineering and a steam turbine expert. Bengt talks about his start in Sweden, his adventures in the USA and how he ended up in Canada and with CEM Engineering. He also dives deep into the workings of steam turbines.

Hydrogen is the topic of the day. We will highlight a handful of our podcasts that tackle the hydrogen boom we are currently seeing within the energy space from various perspectives. If you enjoy these segments please feel free to check out the full episode on our website at CEMeng.ca/podcast.

Matt Lensink and Bill Davidson chat about current events in the energy industry and our faceoff topic is "Student Debt".

Matt Lensink and Bill Davidson chat about current events in the energy industry and our faceoff topic is "Reviving Extinct Species".

In this episode Matt and Lisa talk to Daniel Cohen, the principal at Sona Energy Solutions. Sona Energy Solutions works directly with manufacturers, engineers, distribution channels, utility and labor partners to provide custom commercial energy saving solutions. sonaenergy.com

In this episode Matt Lensink and Lisa Katz talk to Jesson Bradshaw of Energy ogre. Energy Ogre was created to help Texans fully unlock the benefits of the competitive electricity market. Their experts have been involved with the Texas electricity market since well before it deregulated. They've built power plants, scheduled fuel and electricity, and even owned and managed electricity providers in the recent past. Their experience led them to build a better way for consumers to purchase electricity. www.energyogre.com

In the second episode of Energy Radio Unhostile Takeover Matt talks to the CEO and Founder Mohamed El-Masri of PermianChain Technologies Inc. PermianChain Technologies is a Toronto-based start-up that is focused on bringing efficiencies of the blockchain to natural resources, starting with the oil and gas sector. The PermianChain platform delivers an open, secure and transparent natural resources marketplace powered by blockchain and smart contract. It will increase the efficiency of trading in natural resources, make ownership more transparent and help transform the way natural resources are funded, produced, bought and sold. www.permianchain.com

In this episode Lisa talks to co-host Matt Lensink about a new energy venture into "Solar Thermal as a Service". Phoenix Solar Thermal Inc. This unique technology consists of concentrating solar collectors that produce high temperatures, providing heat and steam to replace fossil fuel. Produce steam or hot water and reduce your CO2 emissions. Phoenix Solar Thermal Inc. is the official North American partner of Absolison and an authorized distributor and manufacturer of Absolicon solar collectors.

Matt Lensink and Bill Davidson chat about current events in the energy industry and our faceoff topic is Elon Musk buying Twitter.

In our very first Energy Radio Unhostile Takeover Matt talks to Paul Angerame, an Energy Infrastructure Executive at Avatu. Avatu advances projects, products, and ideas to support the needs of energy producers, suppliers, and consumers as they face a changing energy landscape. Avatu develops, owns and operates distributed energy resources focusing on storage as a grid stabilizing asset to be grown. http://www.avatu.io

In this episode Matt and Lisa talk with Energy and environment professional Mary Quintana. Mary is the Director, Asset Management & Utilities with engineering background, a Master's Degree in Technology Management (Telecommunications) and a Masters of Environment and Sustainability. Certified Energy Manager (CEM) and Certified Measurement and Verification Professional (CMVP) by the Association of Energy Engineers and LEED Green Associate certification. They dive deep in discussion about her vast experience in energy efficiency, energy and carbon management, compliance with federal and provincial environmental regulations, green buildings, and all things carbon.

Matt Lensink and Bill Davidson chat about current events in the energy industry and our faceoff topic is "Legalized Gambling".