Episode 42: Closing the Methane Loop

On this episode, we sat down with Blake Wickland, Executive Director of the Methane Emission Leadership Alliance, to talk about how ERA's Methane Reduction Deployment Program acts as a bridge between government policy and field operations. With over thirty years of experience, Blake shares why Alberta’s history of innovation positions us as a global leader in methane reduction—and why the time to modernize is right now.Learn more about the Methane Reduction Deployment Program here. 

On this episode, we sat down with Kyle Mulligan, Assistant Vice President of Operations Technology at CPKC, to talk about the inspiration behind their Hydrogen Locomotive Program, the lessons learned from early challenges, and what the future holds for this transformational technology and the locomotive industry.Learn more.

In this episode, we sat down with Bernhard Koudelka, Shell’s Vice President of Carbon Capture and Storage, to talk about the global state of CCS, what it takes to make these projects work, and why Alberta’s geology, workforce, and regulatory leadership make it one of the best places in the world to scale this technology.Learn more at: shell.com/carbon-capture-and-storage

In this episode, Craig Werner, Director of Partnerships and Engagement, Chris Owttirm, Executive Director of Technology and Innovation, and Isabella Tarasco, Innovation Investment Manager, discuss our Technology Roadmap (TRM); what it is, why it matters, and how it’s evolving to help Alberta’s industries navigate towards a low-carbon future.You can learn more about our TRM here.

In this episode, we sat down with Thomas McArthur, Chief Operating Officer at Kuva Systems, to talk about how the technology works, what they've learned from working in Alberta's oil and gas fields, and why context, not just detection, is the Key to cutting methane emissions.Since our conversation with Thomas was recorded, Kuva has joined forces with Sensirion, a Swiss-based sensor manufacturer. This exciting new chapter expands their capacity to offer continuous methane monitoring around the world.Learn more at kuvasystems.com

In this episode, we sat down with Chris Doornbos, President & CEO of E3 Lithium, to explore their mission, the breakthrough behind their selective extraction process, and the role of strategic funding in de-risking this transformative project.Learn More at e3lithium.ca

In this episode, we sat down with Jason de Jong, Consulting Energy Project Developer at Strathcona, who walks us through the challenges and breakthroughs shaping Alberta’s carbon capture landscape and why continuous innovation is critical to achieving decarbonization in Alberta and beyond.To learn more, visit strathconaresources.com

In this episode, we sat down with Megan Bowen, the Sustainability Project Development Engineer at Strathcona Resources to discuss their cutting-edge carbon capture and storage (CCS) technologies, navigating complex regulatory landscapes, and the challenges of redefining an industry rooted in tradition while becoming a leader in carbon innovation.To learn more, visit strathconaresources.com

In this episode, we sit down with Parminder Sandhu, CEO and Managing Director of Enerva Energy Solutions, to discuss how the SEMI Program removes barriers, delivers real-world results, and makes energy efficiency attainable for businesses of all sizes.To learn more, visit eralberta.ca/semi

In this episode, we sit down with James Fann, President and CEO of the International CCS Knowledge Center, to explore what it means for Canada to remain at the forefront of this industry, and why CCS is essential for a sustainable future.To learn more, visit ccsknowledge.com