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Tariffs today, tariffs tomorrow, or tariffs on April 1? As Donald Trump keeps Canada guessing, Ottawa scrambles to prepare a response. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is spotlighting border security, while federal leaders hint at a bailout package for businesses and workers — echoing pandemic-era relief. Speaking of pandemic flashbacks, Alberta's COVID response task force report is stirring old debates on masking, vaccines and government overreach. This week, conservative policy advisor Ken Boessenkool and former NDP cabinet minister Shannon Phillips join host Jason Markusoff to unpack the political manoeuvring behind the tariff standoff and a pandemic reckoning five years in the making. Later, energy expert Jackie Forrest of the ARC Energy Research Institute challenges Trump's claim that the U.S. doesn't need Canadian oil — and explains why it's not that simple.

The threat of tariffs on Canada's trade with the United States continues to be top of mind, with Alberta's Premier, Danielle Smith, recently returning from Mar-a-Lago after meeting with President-elect Donald Trump over the weekend.This week on the podcast, our guest is Marcus Rocque, Vice President at the ARC Energy Research Institute. Marcus joins Jackie and Peter in discussing the potential for Canadian oil and gas tariffs and the possible market implications. They review Canada's trade surplus with the United States, which is smaller than Donald Trump often claims, and whether the trade surplus is the only motivation for his threats to Canada. Next, they consider the amount of oil and natural gas Canada sends to the United States and the US's ability to substitute some of this consumption with alternative supply. Finally, they consider how the tariffs could impact US consumers and Canadian oil and gas producers.Content referenced in this podcast:Polymarket: “Will Trump impose 25% tariff on Mexico/Canada?” Please review our disclaimer at: https://www.arcenergyinstitute.com/disclaimer/ Check us out on social media: X (Twitter): @arcenergyinstLinkedIn: @ARC Energy Research Institute Subscribe to ARC Energy Ideas PodcastApple PodcastsAmazon MusicSpotify 

According to the IEA, heat accounts for almost half of final global energy consumption, with approximately two-thirds currently sourced from hydrocarbons. Net zero energy scenarios anticipate that heating can be predominantly electrified.  In pursuit of lower-carbon buildings, high-efficiency air-source heat pumps offer a promising decarbonization and energy reduction solution. Further, the Canadian federal government and some provinces support the transition to air-source heat pumps by subsidizing their purchases.In this episode, Jackie and Peter review the ARC Energy Research Institute's analysis of heat pumps for northern climates like Canada. Danielle Vitoff, Director of Energy Transition, Sustainability, and Infrastructure at Guidehouse, a global consulting firm, joins the discussion. Key questions covered in this podcast include: How do air-source heat pumps operate, and what makes them so efficient? Why does the efficiency of a heat pump decline in colder temperatures? How do heat pumps' upfront capital and operating costs compare to alternatives like natural gas or fuel oil furnaces? How could broad-scale switching to electric heat pumps affect the electricity grid? Considering the cold climate, are air-source heat pumps a good fit for Canada? Content referenced in this podcast: CAPP Data Centre US residential heat pumps: the private economic potential and its emissions, health, and grid impacts (Source: US Department of Energy) Pathways for British Columbia to Achieve its GHG Reduction Goals (Source: Guidehouse, prepared for Fortis BC) Please review our disclaimer at: https://www.arcenergyinstitute.com/disclaimer/  Check us out on social media:  X (Twitter): @arcenergyinst LinkedIn: @ARC Energy Research Institute  Subscribe to ARC Energy Ideas Podcast Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Amazon Music Spotify  

The complexities of the climate transition require funding and access to capital that includes broader support nationwide — because without investment, there will be no transition. But it's a bumpy year for innovators, with higher interest rates and consumer resistance. Our research also shows that while climate intentions are admirable, consumers are going to act with their economic benefit in mind. We must find ways to simplify sustainable solutions that lead to acceleration and scale to unlock value for society — and a lot of it will come down to technology and whether it can transform our economy fast enough. On this episode, we're joined by Peter Tertzakian and Jackie Forrest of the ARC Energy Research Institute to discuss the energy transition and what is sure to be a critical year in Canada's climate journey.

Institutional investors are making pledges to reduce the emissions in their portfolio of investments. Most often the goals are tied to their scope 1 and 2 emissions (those controlled by a company they invest in). Occasionally, scope 3 emissions are also included in their goals (indirect emissions from a company's value chain). While it is not common today, this podcast explains why scope 4 (also called avoided emissions) should be considered in green investment goals. Scope 4 emissions consider the big-picture impact by capturing the emission benefits when a company's products are used.   For example, take an energy-intensive insulation manufacturer that has relatively high scope 1 and 2 emissions.  These high emissions could cause investors with strict requirements around reducing scope 1 and 2 emissions to not invest. However, when insulation is used in buildings, the emissions reductions are large.  These long-term emissions reductions from using the insulation are scope 4 or avoided emissions.  This example demonstrates how, by considering the scope 4 emissions, investors can see the big picture of their investment's climate impact. This week our guests tell us more about the state of emissions reporting, including scope 4 emissions. We are pleased to welcome Erica Coulombe, Vice President at Millani, and Marcus Rocque, Senior Research Analyst at ARC Energy Research Institute to the podcast. Content referenced in this podcast:   Report that outlines the GHG emission reduction goals of various Canadian pension funds “Building Climate Resilience In Canada's Pension Funds” by Smart Prosperity Institute  Please review our disclaimer at: https://www.arcenergyinstitute.com/disclaimer/  

2022 drastically changed the global realities around energy. Between the war in Ukraine, fluctuating energy prices, Europe's energy crisis, and a steadfast commitment to a low-carbon energy transition, the future of energy no longer looks like it once did. But present within that changing reality is a new opportunity to be a global leader in the energy space, and it is now up to each country to decide how best to respond. On this episode, we're joined by energy expert, Jackie Forrest, Executive Director at ARC Energy Research Institute and co-host of the ARC Energy Ideas Podcast. We speak with Jackie about the future of Canada's energy systems, the opportunities and realities present in Canada's energy transition ahead of our 2030 and 2050 goals, and the challenges we must overcome to be successful. ------------ About The Business Council of Alberta The Business Council of Alberta was founded on a simple idea: to make life better for all Albertans. We believe that business has an important role in improving society, and that when business does well, we all do well. We work with the chief executives and leading entrepreneurs of Alberta's largest enterprises to understand the big, long-term challenges that Albertans are facing and work with industry, government, and civil society to solve these problems and build shared prosperity for every person who calls Alberta home. Check out more of our recent work: https://bit.ly/3JG9ifS Check out recent episodes of AlbertaBETTER: https://bit.ly/3bHlfFB Subscribe to our monthly newsletter: https://bit.ly/3BPxDhv Follow us on social media: Twitter: https://bit.ly/3P7pgB0 Facebook: https://bit.ly/3Qx6B2J LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/3QaetHE YouTube: https://bit.ly/3QswqAV

The year is quickly coming to a close and there's a lot going on in the world of energy. On this episode of the Energy Gang, host Ed Crooks is joined for the first time by Jackie Forrest of the ARC Energy Research Institute and returning guest Robbie Orvis of Energy Innovation. The gang starts off the discussion by answering the question, what does a split US Congress mean for the energy transition. Under the current administration, a lot of progress has been made in the advancement of meeting our clean energy goals with the implementation of The Inflation Reduction Act. Now that the Republicans have taken control of the House what does this mean for US energy policy over the next couple of years? Will it now fall on individual states to implement reform, like California passing their ZEV mandate?The Inflation Reduction Act includes significant incentives for companies to establish clean energy manufacturing, which has motivated companies in other countries to pressure their government to make similar advancements. The Canadian government has introduced tax incentives for clean energy projects for the first time as companies threaten to move their manufacturing to the US. Lastly, the gang discusses the role of natural gas in the energy transition. Can natural gas be a bridge fuel that will help us meet our energy needs? The release of the International Energy Agency report shows that there is need for significant investment in new gas wells to meet net-zero goals. With peak demand for heat in Northern climates, the gang explores why fully replacing gas might be hard and why we should consider low-carbon gas as an option.As always, check out our Twitter to let us know your thoughts and any future topics you want us to discuss. We're @TheEnergyGang. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Canada and the world have experienced a dramatic series of events in recent years. Unprecedented heatwaves. Once-in-a-generation floods and forest fires. And in 2022, geopolitical upheaval in Europe that's driving energy prices to record heights. It's a confluence of crises: At the same time as the world is grappling with how to bring down global emissions, we're struggling with a shortage of affordable energy—and fighting over the path to a Net Zero future. In this episode of Disruptors, an RBC podcast, host John Stackhouse launches a special three-part series, looking at Canada's various paths to energy and climate security—and some of the key implications of whatever path we choose. To launch the series, John visits the GLOBE sustainable energy conference in Vancouver, and speaks with some of the key players in the sector. Among his guests: Peter Tertzakian of the ARC Energy Research Institute; Susannah Pierce of Shell Canada; Linda Coady of the Pembina Institute; and Clean Energy Canada's Merran Smith. Along the way, John and his guests try to answer a few critical questions, including: (1) Is it possible to create a greener oil patch?; (2) Should we be moving more aggressively into renewable energy?; and (3) Who should have a seat at the decision-making table? It's a thought-provoking series that you won't want to miss. SHOW NOTES:Calgary's ARC Energy Research Institute regularly produces blogs, videos and podcasts tackling the biggest energy issues of the day. Check it out by following this link.Shell Canada has committed to becoming a net-zero emissions producer by 2050. To read more about Shell's commitment, click here.Calgary-based Pembina Institute released a report in March 2022 on the challenges of reducing carbon emissions in Canada's oilsands. To read it, follow this link.Clean Energy Canada is regularly undertaking research to better understand the energy landscape. To read more on those efforts, check out its website. To hear a previous Disruptors episode featuring executive director Merran Smith, click here.Finally, keep your eye out for a new RBC Economics and Thought Leadership report on how Canada can play a role in calming nervous oil markets while developing a framework for a competitive—and decarbonized—oil-and-gas sector. To read it, follow this link.

Russia's war in Ukraine is in part funded by its oil, but weaning Europe off it isn't straightforward. What can Canada's energy industry do to help, and what are the implications in the process? Matt Galloway talks to Dieter Helm, a professor of economic policy at the University of Oxford; and Jackie Forrest, executive director of the ARC Energy Research Institute in Calgary.

This week Tyler Bryant, Strategic Advisor, Climate and Energy at FortisBC joins the podcast.  FortisBC delivers renewable energy, natural gas and electricity to customers in British Columbia.   Here are some of the questions we asked Tyler:  What are the challenges of electrifying heating in Canada? What is renewable natural gas? How much renewable natural […] The post FortisBC: Moving Towards a Low Carbon Gas Future first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

With WTI oil prices over $90/B, Peter and Jackie update podcast listeners on the most recent oil market fundamentals.  As a result of these higher prices, ARC has increased its estimates for Canadian industry revenue and cash flows. Finally, they discuss Jackie's recent commentary “Turn out  the lights and other lessons on electricity consumption.”  This […] The post Tune in for $90+ Oil Prices and Lessons on Electricity first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

This week we would like to share another podcast with you, called “Energy vs Climate.”  The three hosts are David Keith, Sara Hastings-Simon and Ed Whittingham. Every two weeks the trio, along with their guests, break down the trade-offs and hard truths of the energy transition in Alberta, Canada, and beyond. This episode is a […] The post BONUS: Decarbonizing Aviation first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

Brent oil price is near $90/B now and WTI is not far behind. Peter and Jackie discuss the latest price moves and drivers. They also muse over the return of geopolitical tensions in the oil markets. While geopolitics have historically been a significant factor in the oil markets and price formation, over the past decade […] The post Everything Oil: Prices, Geopolitics, Volatility and Equity Markets first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

David, Sara and Ed are back next week with a new episode of Energy vs Climate. Until then, we'd like to share another podcast with you.ARC Energy Ideas explores the trends that influence the energy business, including political, environmental, technological, social and economic forces. The show is hosted by Peter Tertzakian and Jackie Forrest of the ARC Energy Research Institute. Jackie and Peter have been thought leaders in the space for years. In fact Peter joined us way back on Episode 3 of Energy vs Climate to discuss the divestment movement.  On Canada Oil and Gas 2022: Another bull run, but different and another IEA report, Peter and Jackie review the ARC Energy Research Institute's recently released outlook for the Canadian oil and gas economy for 2022, showing just how far things have turned around for the industry since April 2020. They also discuss how differently revenue is being invested compared to previous booms, and dig into the IEA's most recent report reviewing Canadian energy policy. On the whole, ARC Energy Ideas cover similar topics to us here at Energy vs Climate, while offering a different perspective, one we hope listeners will find interesting and enlightening. 

This week Catherine Cobden joins our podcast. Catherine is the President and CEO of the Canadian Steel Producers Association (CSPA).  Canadian steel is already some of the lowest carbon product in the world and the industry has announced goals to achieve net-zero carbon dioxide emissions by 2050. Here are some of the questions we asked […] The post Low Carbon Steel: Canadian Steel Producers Move Towards Net-Zero 2050 first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

On this episode, Peter and Jackie review the ARC Energy Research Institute's recently released outlook for the Canadian oil and gas economy for 2022.  See the last page of our weekly ARC Energy Charts publication to review the 2022 estimate of revenue, cash flow and other metrics here. They also discuss a recent commentary by […] The post Canada Oil and Gas 2022: Another Bull Run, But Different and Another IEA Report first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

Peter and Jackie start the year off by introducing seven topics that are likely to dominate energy and climate discussions in 2022. Oil Price Geopolitics Elections Inflation and the Economy Sustainable Finance Clean Energy Spending Energy and Climate Policy in the US and Canada See Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's mandate letters: Minister of Environment and […] The post Seven Topics to Watch in 2022 first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

On this week's podcast we look back on the big themes that shaped 2021 by reviewing our past podcasts.  Peter and Jackie also revisit their 2021 predictions made at the start of the year to see how well they did. View the ARC SnapChart on the Global EV Sales Data for 2021: Strong Showing for […] The post Year End: The Big Themes for 2021 first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

This week our guest is Robert Hornung, the founding President and CEO of the Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA). The industry group is the voice for wind energy, solar energy and energy storage solutions in Canada.  Recently CanREA released  “Powering Canada’s Journey to Net-Zero: CanREA’s 2050 Vision”  which sets an aspiration for Canada's wind and […] The post Powering Canada's Net Zero Future with Wind, Solar and Energy Storage first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

Last Friday, November 26, oil prices dropped $US 10/B after a new COVID variant named Omicron was discovered.  The same day, the Canada Energy Regulator (CER) made a historic decision to deny Enbridge's application to enter into long-term contracts for 90% of the Mainline oil pipeline. Jackie and Peter discuss the volatile oil markets, the […] The post Omicron, Oil Price Drop and a Significant Decision from Canada's Energy Regulator first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

This week our guest is Andrew Weaver. He is a climate scientist, professor at the University of Victoria, and former leader of the British Columbia Green Party. Here are some of the questions we asked Andrew: Why did you decide to become a politician? Is climate change contributing to BC's extreme weather this year? How […] The post An Interview with Andrew Weaver: Climate Scientist and Former BC Green Party Leader first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

This week Larry Burns joins our podcast. Larry is a Business Advisor on Mobility, Logistics, Manufacturing, Energy and Innovation—in short, he is a guru in the area of self-driving vehicles and mobility. Here are some of the questions we asked Larry:  What level of autonomous driving has been achieved? Do people want fully autonomous vehicles? […] The post Autonomous Vehicle Expert Larry Burns on the Future of Mobility first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

We start this week's podcast sharing thoughts on the first week of the COP26 climate conference currently underway in Glasgow, Scotland.  Highlights include the major goals of the conference and the announcement of a major initiative to mobilize private finance led by Mark Carney. We also cover the recent price inflation for oil and gas, […] The post First Week Highlights from COP26 and Energy Inflation first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

This week, Dr. Arthur Turrell, author of the recently published book “The Star Builders – Nuclear Fusion and the Race to Power the Planet” joins the podcast.  Arthur has a PhD in plasma physics and writes about fusion energy in a way that makes sense for the average person. Here are some of the questions […] The post Fusion Energy: When Could Mini Stars Power the Planet? first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

We bring you a special show this morning called Over a Barrel. It's about the challenge of a just transition in Canada's energy sector, supporting those who work in it and limiting the worst effects of climate change. We talk to Travis Hann, a pipe fitter from Newfoundland who works in an oil patch near Fort McMurray, Alta; and Randall Benson, who used to work in the oilsands as an electrician. He now works in solar energy and helps other workers transition. Then, we hear from Sadie Vipond, a 15-year-old climate activist from Calgary, who joins us from her first day at the COP26 climate summit in Glasgow. Plus, long-time environmentalist Tzeporah Berman discusses a bold proposal, the Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty Initiative; and Chief Sustainability Officer at Suncor Energy Martha Hall Findlay argues that addressing the use of fossil fuels is only part of the solution. In Estevan, Sask., Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce Jackie Wall discusses efforts to help the many members of her community who work in the local coal mine and two major coal-fired power stations. And is Canadian oil and gas really ready for transition? We ask Jackie Forrest, executive director of the ARC Energy Research Institute, which provides analysis of energy trends to investors and corporate leaders; David Yager, an oil industry consultant and the author of From Miracle to Menace: Alberta, A Carbon Story; and Angela Carter, a professor of political science at the University of Waterloo who studies the economic and ecological risks of fossil fuel dependence.

On this week's episode we interview Barbara Zvan, inaugural President and CEO of the University Pension Plan in Ontario. Barb is recognized as a leading voice on sustainable investing and was appointed to  the Canadian Government's Expert Panel on Sustainable Finance that released recommendations for increasing the amount of sustainable investment in Canada in 2019. […] The post Canadian Investors Organize to Promote A Just Transition to Net Zero first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

This week, Matthew J. Sagers, Vice President at IHS Markit and head of the Russian and Caspian Energy Advisory service joins the podcast. Here are some of the questions we asked Matt Sagers: Why is the Nord Stream 2 pipeline so controversial? Why isn't Russia ramping-up its natural gas exports to help Europe? Will the […] The post Energy Crisis: The Russian Perspective first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

In this week's podcast, Peter and Jackie talk about why the lack of charging infrastructure in North America is holding back the adoption of electric vehicles (EV). The charging problem is amplified because Canada and the United States do not mandate a standard electrical plug-in. Read Jackie's commentary “Canada EV Mass Adoption: Are We There […] The post EV Adoption: The North American Plug-in Problem first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

Europe is heading into winter with historically low inventories of natural gas.  The scarcity has driven up the global prices of every type of energy, including natural gas, coal and oil. Despite the rising commodity prices, energy supply has not been growing. On this week's podcast, Jackie and Peter discuss the European energy crisis and […] The post Lessons from the European Energy Crisis first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

On this week's Podcast, Jackie and Peter discuss how inflation and affordability have come into the spotlight. How is inflation measured and how much has it increased? What is the connection between oil price and inflation? And, if a more sustained period of inflation were to occur, what are the implications? See Peter's recent commentary […] The post Inflation: The Next Episode? first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

As you got out of bed this morning and flicked on the lights and coffee maker, how many of you thought about where the electricity came from? Scott Thon, the CEO of AltaLink and President and CEO of Berkshire Hathaway Energy Canada is our guest this week. Scott helps explain what is going on with […] The post Transforming Power Systems: An Interview with Scott Thon from AltaLink and Berkshire Hathaway Energy Canada first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

Few in Canada know the pioneering work of Geoffrey Ballard and his Vancouver based fuel cell company called Ballard Power. Founded in 1979, it's now recognized as one of the pre-eminent manufacturers of fuel cells in the world today. This week, the President & CEO of Ballard Power, Randy MacEwen joins our podcast. Here are […] The post The Hydrogen Revolution: An Interview with Ballard Power President & CEO first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

The ARC podcast is back! This week we cover some of the big news over the summer break, including Canada's upcoming federal election, the extreme weather experienced this past summer and the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change's (IPCC) sixth climate report. Canadians head to the polls on September 20th in the federal election.  What are […] The post Back from Summer: Election, Weather, and IPCC Climate Report first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

In this episode we showcase Peter's new Energyphile story “Reinventing the Wheel”.  What can companies facing radical disruption today learn from history? The McLaughlin Carriage Company was a leader in high-end carriages. Yet at the peak of its game, it started manufacturing automobiles. It's a rare company that would, or could, make such a pivot — […] The post New Energyphile Story: Reinventing the Wheel first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

Responding to a very large number of carbon sequestration inquiries, the Alberta Government issued an Information Letter that proposes a centralized hub model for storing carbon in the province. This week, Tristan Goodman, the President of the Explorers and Producers Association of Canada (EPAC) joins the podcast to offer his perspective on Carbon Capture Utilization […] The post Alberta CCUS Policy: An Interview with Tristan Goodman the President of EPAC first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

As the world embarks on re-piping and re-wiring energy systems in the pursuit of decarbonization, the plan should be to make the future energy infrastructure more secure than the past. This week on the podcast, Jackie and Peter review several energy security learnings from history.  In the pursuit of the best economics, often energy security […] The post Learn from History: Building Energy Security into the Energy Transition first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

Canadian oil sands companies are typically rivals, but now they have announced a collective project for achieving net zero GHG emissions by 2050.   Producers that account for 90% of oil sands production – Canadian Natural Resources, Cenovus Energy, Imperial, MEG Energy and Suncor Energy – have announced the “Oil Sands Pathways to Net Zero” initiative. […] The post Oil Sands Producers Announce Pathways to Net Zero Alliance first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

Brian Crombie interview Peter Tertzakian, Deputy Director, ARC Energy Research Institute, Calgary, AB, and Founder: Energyphile, about Alberta's Energy Sector, COVID-19 & Future Trends.As an economist, investment strategist with over 30 years experience in the energy sector, Peter Tertzakian,provacatively wrote that to achieve the same level in oil consumption by 2033 in line with the goals of the Paris Agreement, it will simply be up to each one of us to change our individual behaviors. “When the world paused, many people experienced what it was like to have blue skies and clear water. A heightened sense of the environment and community preservation emerged. Fossil fuels will be with us for decades yet, but this taste of sustainability will galvanize the resolve to clean up our energy systems, whatever the source”.

Solar is starting to shine in Canada. Five utility scale solar projects have been announced in Alberta so far this year. Residential solar should benefit from newly announced federal government incentives. This week Nicholas Gall, the Director of Distributed Energy Resources at the Canadian Renewable Energy Association (CanREA) joins the podcast. Here are some of […] The post Here Comes the Sun: Canada's Solar Industry first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

This past week, Shell, Exxon and Chevron were all in the headlines as these three supermajors are being pushed, in the boardroom and courtroom, to transition more quickly towards a low carbon future. Adding to the pressure, the International Energy Agency (IEA) released their much-anticipated Net Zero 2050 Scenario, stating that no new oil and […] The post High Pressure, Low Carbon and the IEA's Net Zero 2050 first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

Canada is a global leader in Carbon Capture Utilization and Storage (CCUS), with four large-scale operating  projects. However, compared to the United States, new investment in Canada is not keeping pace. This week our guest is Beth (Hardy) Valiaho, Vice President, Strategy & Stakeholder Relations at the International CCS Knowledge Centre. Beth tells us about […] The post Capturing the Opportunity: Canadian CCUS Policy and Growth Prospects first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

The Canadian Clean Fuel Standard (CFS) will come into force next year with the objective of lowering the carbon intensity of fuels, such as gasoline and diesel. This week David Schick, Western Canadian Vice President from the Canadian Fuels Association joins the podcast to talk about the future, including learnings from British Columbia’s Low Carbon […] The post Full Tank of Opportunity: The Future of Canadian Fuels first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

Housing prices in Canada are heating up again, and so are carbon taxes. In a price war, home energy efficiency may not be top-of-mind for buyers, but with rising carbon taxes maybe it should be. This week Jackie and Peter talk energy efficiency, including: How important is energy efficiency for achieving a low carbon future? […] The post Housing Price Wars: Will an Energy Efficient Home Win? first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

In the past week, Canada and the United States committed to more ambitious GHG emission reduction targets, the Canadian government announced a historic budget, and the Bank of Canada provided an economic outlook. This week, John Stackhouse, Senior Vice President, Office of the RBC CEO, joined the podcast to discuss the recent announcements. Here are […] The post Economy, Budgets, and Climate Targets: An Interview with RBC’s John Stackhouse first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

President Biden’s climate plans are starting to come into focus.   The Whitehouse released “The American Jobs Plan” a few weeks ago, which included about $1 trillion of spending for clean energy and climate initiatives. The Whitehouse is also hosting a virtual Climate Summit this week with dozens of world leaders, and the United States is […] The post Biden’s Energy and Climate Plans: Insights from the Brookings Institution first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

This week Jackie and Peter take on listener EV questions and comments. Here are some of the questions they tackled: Are EVs impacting oil demand and markets? Is degrading battery life a risk of EV ownership? How much range is lost due to cold weather? How do the economics of leasing vs buying compare?  What […] The post Electric Vehicles: You Asked, We Answered first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

LNG Canada’s $40 billion megaproject is taking shape.  The project is the largest private sector investment ever made in Canada, and marks the birth of a new export industry. This week, the CEO of LNG Canada, Peter Zebedee joins the podcast to provide an update on the construction underway in Kitimat, British Columbia. Here are […] The post An Interview with Peter Zebedee: CEO of LNG Canada first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

Stock prices of companies in the clean energy space have rocketed-up over the past year. Even considering the recent pullback, most stocks are still up significantly. Clean energy investing is not new. There have been a few cycles in the past that have generally not ended well for investors.  This week, Peter and Jackie discuss […] The post Clean Energy Investing: Is This Time Different? first appeared on ARC Energy Research Institute.

On episode 3 of the Energy vs Climate podcast, energy experts David Keith, Sara Hastings-Simon and Ed Whittingham welcome guest contributor Peter Tertzakian, Managing Director of ARC Financial, Deputy Director of the ARC Energy Research Institute and cohost of the ARC Energy Ideas podcast to discuss the divestment movement and what it means for the fossil fuel industry, for consumers, and for investors. Get on the email list at www.energyvsclimate.com

Tisha Schuller sits down with Jackie Forrest and Kevin Krausert, two Calgary-based energy thought leaders, to discuss how the oil and gas industry can seize the day and lead toward a decarbonized energy future.  We ask the question: Would you rather be the disruptor or the disrupted? In today's episode, we explore answers to the following questions: · Will natural gas lead the energy industry into the energy future? · How will energy demand rebound in the near future? · How can oil and gas companies bring together all parties and perspectives to chart a path forward for the industry? · How can the oil and gas industry attract and retain millennial workers? Jackie Forrest is the Sr. Director of Research for ARC Energy Research Institute, joining the company in 2014.  Jackie has over 20 years of energy industry experience, a sought-after public speaker, author, and the host of the ARC Energy Ideas Podcast—a weekly podcast exploring the latest energy industry news.  Jackie holds an MBA from Queen's University and is a chemical engineering graduate of the University of Calgary. Kevin Krausert is the President and CEO of Beaver Drilling Ltd., Canada's largest privately-owned drilling contractor, and has moved up the company's ranks from the rig to the corner office during his 16 tenure.  Kevin is the co-founder of The Avatar Program, an industry wide collaboration between E&P's, tech companies, and the University of Calgary bringing new technology and AI into the drilling industry. Kevin holds an MBA from the University of Calgary's Haskayne School of Business and is a graduate of McGill University with a degree in neuroscience.  This episode was originally recorded as a webinar moderated by Tisha Schuller on May 27, 2020. Episode Resources · The Avatar Program · Kevin's Book Recommendation: 21 Lessons for the 21st Century · Jackie's Podcast Recommendations: Energy Gang, Columbia Energy Exchange Podcast, Canadian Association of Oilwell Drilling Contractors Podcast · Tisha Schuller's Autobiography: Accidentally Adamant We invite you to consider a donation to our guest's charity of choice, the Mustard Seed—an organization serving people experiencing poverty and homelessness in Calgary since the 1980s. Subscribe here for Tisha's weekly "Both Things Are True" email newsletter. Follow all things Adamantine Energy at www.energythinks.com. [Webinar originally recorded on May 27, 2020]