Episodes
If we want to make a significant dent in the reduction of global warming a sharp pivot towards renewed energy sources is mandatory. Renewable energy uses earth’s natural resources to produce heat, electricity, energy and power. Disruption is necessary. But the good news is that there is enough energy diversity to make the transition easy. President and CEO of The Canadian Renewable Energy Association-Robert Hornung, Chief Commercial Officer of Loop Energy-George Rubin and President and Chief...
Published 10/07/21
Published 10/07/21
Agricultural gases like methane released into the air from livestock, nitrous oxide from the synthetics put in soils and carbon dioxide from the machinery being used are contributing to our emissions. Food waste’s decomposition in landfills leads to the release of greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide and a greenhouse gas more potent- methane. These are eventually released into the air and help to make Canadian summer days hotter than any time in recorded history. So how can we help farmers to...
Published 08/26/21
The Environmental, Social and Governance integration into financial services gives business, investors and financial institutions the option to advocate for a sustainable future. Ambitions to be a leader in these markets can not be business as usual. Climate Strategist-Kevin Quinlan, Director of Research at The Institute of Sustainable Finance-Ryan Riordan and Scotiabank’s own Head of ESG Research-Patrick Bryden join us to show how Canada is poised become an economic influencer by...
Published 07/29/21
Pollution, Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Carbon; These have all disrupted various ecosystems. The increase in the earth’s temperature has caused a myriad of climate events; Wildfires rage causing drought. Sea ice is thinner, melting and disappearing. Ocean surfaces are warmer forming storms that cause flood and damage. The energy feeding our lives has been stretched to its limit. How can we close the loop, maintain resilience and inform government? Jay Famiglietti, Executive Director and...
Published 07/08/21
If we want to make a significant dent in the reduction of global warming a sharp pivot towards the idea of reversing the effects of climate change might be a better approach. As the primary greenhouse gas responsible for emissions is carbon, taking the action of reduction one step further and considering removal might make significant impacts and might lead to an absolute zero. Disruption is necessary. The good news is that Canada has options to make the transition easier. Founder and CEO of...
Published 06/17/21
Buildings consume vast amounts of our natural resources and contribute highly to climate change. 17% of Canada's emissions come from residential commercial and institutional buildings, making this an important area of opportunity to reduce greenhouse gas. When we build it must be with green intent. Zahra Ebrahim explains why participatory design might reveal innovations we’ve not yet thought about. Fin Macdonald talks LEED and gives us a sneak peek at renewable strategy in the building...
Published 05/19/21
With transportation being one of the largest emitters of greenhouse gases, we need to put our foot on the gas when headed to a cleaner mobile future. Transpod creator Ryan Janzen gives us a peek into “Made in Canada” hyperloop transportation. Professor Eric Miller explains what we must consider in the integration of decarbonized modes of transport and existing infrastructure. And, Marianne Hatzopoulous tells us why electric vehicles and autonomous cars are not the only answer to lowering...
Published 05/06/21
In this episode Scotiabank’s Chief Economist JF Perrault and Merran Smith, Founder and Executive Director of Clean Energy Canada discuss Canada’s energy transition with our host, Kofi Hope. The Edge of Energy podcast is presented by Scotiabank, produced by the Walrus Lab, discussing the energy transition and the climate crisis.
Published 04/15/21
The Edge of Energy podcast is presented by Scotiabank, produced by the Walrus Lab, discussing the energy transition and the climate crisis. In each of the episodes in this series we will explore the policies, green incentives and strategies that are giving us a head start as we begin to tackle the climate crisis. Join our host, Kofi Hope, as we hear from industry experts and innovators to guide us through a cleaner, more renewable transition to Net Zero.
Published 04/15/21