Flux Capacitor

In this episode of The Flux Capacitor, host Francis Bradley speaks with Positive Energy’s Founding Chair, Monica Gattinger. After a decade of shaping Canada’s energy dialogue, Monica reflects on Positive Energy’s impact on public and investor confidence, Indigenous partnerships, and energy governance. She also explores why the sector’s greatest challenge is no longer ambition—but execution. They close the conversation with Monica’s book recommendation.

Links:

Monica Gattinger on LinkedIn

Positive Energy

Positive Energy Research Publications

Report, “System Under Stress: Energy Decision-making in Canada and the Need for Informed Reform”

Report, “Energy Projects and Net Zero by 2050: Can We Build Enough Fast Enough?”

Book recommendation:

• Horse, by Geraldine Brooks

In this episode of The Flux Capacitor, host Francis Bradley speaks with former Hydro One CEO David Lebeter about the growing complexity of the electricity sector. They explore rising demand, grid expansion, and the challenge of balancing large-scale infrastructure investment with affordability.

David reflects on leadership, reliability, Indigenous partnerships, and the real role of AI in operations, emphasizing that while technology matters, success ultimately depends on people, public trust, and maintaining focus on customers. They close the conversation with David’s book recommendation.

Links:

David Lebeter on LinkedIn

Book recommendation:

• The Prophet, by Kahlil Gibran

On part 3 of the Faces of the Industry award, host Francis Bradley discusses the award, which recognizes six professionals for their leadership in the electricity sector, and features conversations with two of the winners.

Rod Doornbosch, an Enterprise Architect at FortisAlberta, is recognized for his work in AI, particularly AI Rod, an AI assistant he uses for introductions and audience insights.

Jodi Suski, District Operating Supervisor for SaskPower, shares his experience managing wildfire damage in northern Saskatchewan, emphasizing the importance of boots-on-the-ground input and advanced mapping tools.

Links:

Faces of the Industry award press release

Rod Doornbosch on LinkedIn