Energy Forum 2023 Presented by Bennett Jones
British Columbia generates dependable and environmentally friendly energy, while also exporting its valuable resources to international markets. The province is gaining recognition as a frontrunner in clean technologies. In a world marked by increased geopolitical uncertainties and a pressing drive towards achieving net-zero goals, Western Canada has the potential to guide and ensure the sustainability of energy generation, distribution, and usage.
GVBOT’s annual Energy Forum, presented by Bennett Jones, will spotlight Western Canada's position in the worldwide clean tech and energy market.
KEYNOTE:
Josie Osborne
Minister of Energy, Mines, and Low Carbon Innovation
Province of British Columbia
Panel 1
Our International Opportunity
B.C. stands on the verge of emerging as a worldwide energy frontrunner in a time when the demand for reliable, sustainable sources of responsibly produced, low-carbon intensive energy is resounding across the globe against a context of geopolitical tensions. As the world seeks sustainable energy solutions, this panel will explore B.C. and Western’s Canada’s potential for export leadership.
Paul Austin, Partner, Industrial and Climate Technology, Fort Capital Partners
Bryan Cox, Director, External Affairs and Policy, PETRONAS Canada
Jeff Kucharski, Senior Fellow, Macdonald-Laurier Institute
Daniel Matthews, Vice-President of Business Development & Strategic Growth – Western Canada and Territories, WSP Canada.
Moderator: Jessica Kennedy, Partner, Bennett Jones
CONVERSATION WITH BC HYDRO
Maureen Daschuk, Executive Vice-President, Integrated Planning, BC Hydro
Al Leonard, Executive Vice-President, Capital Infrastructure Project Delivery, BC Hydro
Moderator: Sharon G.K. Singh, Partner - Co-Head of Aboriginal Law Practice, Bennett Jones
Panel 2
Harnessing Indigenous Partnerships, Local Innovation, and Decarbonization for a Resilient Future
The success of B.C.'s energy sector is driven by the leadership of private sector partnerships, Indigenous leadership and local innovation. As B.C.'s demand for clean energy will increase, against a backdrop of the urgent need to address the climate crisis, this panel will explore how these partnerships and innovations are crucial components of our collective efforts to build for an energy resilient future for our province.
Dale Harry (Pekultn Siyam), Hereditary Chief, Squamish Nation (Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw)
David Jimmie, Chief and CEO, Squiala First Nation
Grace Quan, President & CEO, Hydrogen In Motion Inc. (H2M)
Andrew Robinson, CEO, Nisga’a Lisims Government
Moderator: Martin Ignasiak KC, Partner - Head of Energy Regulatory Practice, Bennett Jones