Flux Capacitor

Julia Muggeridge, Electricity Canada’s VP of Corporate Affairs, chats with Michael Powell, VP of Government Relations, about the release of the Government of Canada’s Electricity Strategy and what it may mean for the sector. The strategy emphasizes grid expansion, affordability, and better interconnectivity between provinces, highlighting the need for $1 trillion investment, and a focus on intra-provincial transmission and interties. The strategy also addresses the need for updated Clean Electricity Regulations (CERs) to improve affordability.

Michael and Julia discuss how Electricity Canada will work closely with members to provide detailed feedback and ensure a cohesive submission. They note that the Strategy recognizes the need to double the grid’s size by 2050.

Links:

Video of conversation

Prime Minister Carney’s Press release

Discussion document

Electricity Canada’s response

Electricity Canada Leadership Team

Michael Powell on LinkedIn

Julia Muggeridge on LinkedIn

President and CEO of FortisAlberta, Janine Sullivan, joins host Francis Bradley for a conversation about the challenges and opportunities faced by FortisAlberta. They talk about the impact of electrification, including the rise of electric vehicles and rooftop solar, and the need for strategic investments to meet growing demands. Janine emphasizes the importance of leveraging technology and pilot projects to innovate cost-effectively. They also discuss the challenges of managing wildfire risks and the critical role of partnerships with local communities and government agencies in supporting economic growth and infrastructure development. They close the conversation with Janine’s book recommendation.

Links:

Fortis Alberta

Janine Sullivan at FortisAlberta

Janine Sullivan on LinkedIn

Book recommendation:

· Finding Flora, by Elinor Florence

Julia Muggeridge, Vice President of Corporate Affairs at Electricity Canada, guest hosts this episode, and talks with Amanda Klein, President and CEO of Elexicon Energy. Julia asks Amanda about her background in the utility sector, what made her take the leap into the CEO role, and the new challenges facing her at Elexicon Energy, one of Ontario’s largest municipally owned energy companies. They discuss mentorship, pivotal career moments and engaging youth about the energy sector. Finally, Amanda offers her recommendation for the Book Club… providing she can finish the book one day!

Book recommendation:

How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen by David Brooks