September 23-24 | Hall C, Assembly Level, Edmonton Convention Centre

Strategic Conference Program

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2025 Strategic Speakers

Pathways Alliance

Michel Gagnon

CEO Airex Energy

Bryan Healey

Director, CCS Business Development Imperial Oil

Helin Cox

Chief Technology Officer Climeworks

Matt Grant

Director, Low Carbon Development Enbridge

Jonah Margulis

Head of Commercial, North America SLB Capturi

His Excellency Nikolaj Harris

Ambassador Kingdom of Denmark in Canada

Her Excellency Hanna-Leena Korteniemi

Ambassador Embassy of Finland in Canada

His Excellency Hlynur Guðjónsson

Ambassador Embassy of Iceland in Canada

Her Excellency Hanne Ulrichsen

Ambassador-Designate Embassy of Norway in Canada

Her Excellency Signe Burgstaller

Ambassador Embassy of Sweden in Canada

Candice Paton

Vice President, Corporate Affairs
Enhance Energy

Lark Meadow

Co-founder and CEO Aeon Blue

Ericka Rios

Manager, Clean Technology - Clean Energy Alberta Innovates

Dr. Michael Mahon

CEO Alberta Innovates

David Yager

Oil Service Executive, Energy Policy Analyst, Author & Writer

Deborah Jaremko

Executive Lead of Content, Energy Emissions and Information Advocacy Government of Alberta

Dale Swampy

President National Coalition of Chiefs (NCC)

Speaker to be Announced

Dr. Jang Hyun HUR

President and CEO Gangwon Technopark

Tuesday 23 September 2025

Wednesday 24 September 2025

08:00 AM 09:30 AM

Strategic Conference, Hall C, Assembly Level

09:30 AM 09:40 AM

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Speaker:

Dale Swampy

President

National Coalition of Chiefs (NCC)

09:40 AM 09:45 AM

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Speaker:

Honourable Brian Jean

Minister of Energy and Minerals

Government of Alberta

09:45 AM 09:55 AM

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Speaker to be Announced

With Canada’s new energy minister, Tim Hodgson, prioritizing building carbon-capture systems for the oil sands and emphasizing the need for responsible oil production, utilizing carbon capture technologies looks a certainty for major emitters. Investments will have to be made in order to deliver these projects. This keynote will deliver an exclusive look at what it will take to get these projects built to be a “true conventional and clean energy superpower”.

Taking a deep-dive into the strategic investments critical for building CCS infrastructure.
Explore key developments and investments that have taken place over the last 12 months.
Gain expert insights into accelerating investment, both with private and public money.

09:55 AM 10:30 AM

Strategic Conference, Hall C, Assembly Level

Panelists:

Andreas Grav Karlsen

President and COO

Varme Energy

Erik Petursson

Vice President, Policy & Carbon Markets

Entropy

Moderator:

Ron Hoffmann

Vice President

SixRing Inc. and Alexander Chemical L.P.

As the US Department of Energy is walking back $3.7 billion in funding for carbon capture and other emissions-reduction technologies, does this present an opportunity for Canada to ensure sustained competitiveness of Canadian energy and industrial sectors, and to provide corresponding jobs and regional economic benefits.

Discover Who the global leader is in developing and deploying CCUS technologies.
Explore strategies for aligning key industry priorities and discuss how to secure business certainty.
Strategies for strengthening global ties and cross-border partnership that withstand market volatility.

10:30 AM 11:15 AM

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Panelists:

Dr. Michael Mahon

CEO

Alberta Innovates

Dr. Jang Hyun HUR

President and CEO

Gangwon Technopark

Moderator:

Ericka Rios

Manager, Clean Technology - Clean Energy

Alberta Innovates

This panel brings together leaders from Canada, Denmark, and South Korea to explore how international collaboration can accelerate the development, de-risking, and deployment of emerging carbon capture technologies. With each region offering unique strengths—from Alberta’s innovation ecosystem and Denmark’s policy leadership to Gangwon’s industrial and tech integration—the discussion will focus on how joint efforts can identify and close gaps in CCUS and CDR development.

Discussing how cross-border partnerships can accelerate technology readiness and market adoption?
Explore how joint pilot projects and shared testing infrastructure can reduce technical and financial risks for early-stage technologies.
Gain insights on how public-private partnerships, international funds, and blended finance can support high-impact CCUS/CDR initiatives.
Exploring the mechanisms for building a Global Innovation Network for Carbon Removal
Examining how countries can align standards, certification protocols, and carbon accounting frameworks to enable seamless technology deployment and credit recognition

11:15 AM 12:00 PM

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Panelists:

Malte Feucht

Co-founder and CEO

Phlair

Kelly Newnham

Senior Vice President, New Markets and Product Placement

Worley

Jonah Margulis

Head of Commercial, North America

SLB Capturi

Carbon Dioxide Removal (CDR) is quickly becoming one of the most exciting frontiers in clean tech. From engineered solutions to nature-based innovations, the race is on to scale technologies that can permanently remove carbon and reshape how we think about emissions.

Hear from top executives driving the next wave of CDR innovation — from lab to large-scale deployment.
Explore how CDR is opening new markets, attracting investment, and creating long-term value across the energy ecosystem.
Learn what it will take to make CDR scalable, investable, and impactful — not just for climate goals, but for economic growth and energy leadership.

12:00 PM 12:00 PM

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12:00 PM 12:50 PM

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12:50 PM 01:20 PM

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Speaker:

David Schick

Vice President of Western Canada, Innovation and Regulatory Affairs

Canadian Fuels Association

Moderator:

Mustafa Sahin

Executive Vice President, Investment & Trade

Edmonton Global

With a new federal government under Mark Carney and a fresh infrastructure bill on the table, Canada’s emissions cap is facing renewed scrutiny. This fireside chat will unpack how CCS fits into a shifting policy landscape, and whether the cap will hold, bend, or break.

With the Prime Minister signaling flexibility and no firm commitment to the emissions cap, is repeal or reform on the horizon?
Does the new bill accelerate CCS deployment, or just add complexity to an already crowded policy space?
How are energy leaders responding to the cap’s uncertainty, and what does this mean for CCS investment and timelines?
What should CCS developers and policymakers be doing now to stay ahead of potential shifts in federal direction?

01:20 PM 02:00 PM

Strategic Conference, Hall C, Assembly Level

Panelists:

His Excellency Nikolaj Harris

Ambassador

Kingdom of Denmark in Canada

Her Excellency Hanna-Leena Korteniemi

Ambassador

Embassy of Finland in Canada

His Excellency Hlynur Guðjónsson

Ambassador

Embassy of Iceland in Canada

Her Excellency Hanne Ulrichsen

Ambassador-Designate

Embassy of Norway in Canada

Her Excellency Signe Burgstaller

Ambassador

Embassy of Sweden in Canada

With advanced energy systems, proven innovation, and shared ambitions, the Nordic Region offers vital lessons—and concrete partnership opportunities—for global carbon capture growth.
At the same time, the Nordic Region must contend with a new geopolitical reality that affects the security and supply chains of its nations. Against a backdrop, expect a bold look at how Canada and the Nordics can cooperate on the future of CCUS.

Discussing how geopolitical shifts and energy security are reshaping carbon capture strategy
Exploring key areas for Canada–Nordic cooperation in CCUS technology, infrastructure, and trade
What commercial and diplomatic partnerships are emerging to accelerate deployment?

02:00 PM 02:00 PM

02:15 PM 04:15 PM

Exhibition Floor, Hall A-B, Assembly Level

Choose your own adventure, beyond the plenary stage. Hosted across four thematic tracks – Carbon Markets, Capital & Finance, Technology, and AI & Digitalization – these interactive sessions are built for active delegate participation and real-time problem solving.

Each session opens with an insightful discussion between 2-3 expert voices, before opening the floor to delegates for a facilitated exchange of ideas, discussion and collaborative deep-dive into the industry’s toughest challenges and opportunities.

Whether you're looking to exchange ideas, tackle roadblocks, or build new partnerships, these sessions are your gateway to influential voices, candid insights, and actionable takeaways, all in a setting designed for decision-makers to tackle the issues that matter most!

04:30 PM 06:00 PM

Exhibition Floor, Hall A&B, Assembly Level

08:30 AM 10:00 AM

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10:00 AM 10:10 AM

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10:10 AM 10:30 AM

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Speaker:

Alex Petre

CEO

Deep Sky

Exploring the vast potential of Direct Air Capture (DAC) to reshape industrial and technological landscapes at scale. Featuring insights from Deep Sky, the discussion will highlight the strategies, breakthroughs, and capital flows driving the rapid expansion of this exciting sector.

10:30 AM 11:15 AM

Strategic Conference, Hall C, Assembly Level

Investor confidence in CCUS hinges on more than promising technology, it demands clear policy, predictable regulation, and scalable financial models.

Discussing barriers to project execution and how industry and government might work to overcome them
Gain expert insight into the interplay between federal, provincial, and municipal regulations in unlocking project feasibility
Hear about public-private partnerships are shaping early deployment and risk-sharing models

11:15 AM 12:00 PM

Strategic Conference, Hall C, Assembly Level

Panelists:

Candice Paton

Vice President, Corporate Affairs

Enhance Energy

David Yager

Oil Service Executive, Energy Policy Analyst, Author & Writer

Moderator:

Deborah Jaremko

Executive Lead of Content, Energy Emissions and Information Advocacy

Government of Alberta

As CCUS expands globally, the role of CO₂-enhanced oil recovery (EOR) remains a topic of debate. This panel will examine how Alberta is leveraging CO2-EOR to revitalize existing assets, lower emissions and strengthen energy security.

• Explore how CO₂-EOR supports emissions reduction while unlocking economic value.
• Gain expert insights into the global potential for CO2-EOR.
• Discover how CO₂-EOR helps address Alberta’s mature assets challenge.

12:00 PM 12:00 PM

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12:00 PM 01:30 PM

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01:30 PM 01:50 PM

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Moderator:

Mark Plamondon

Executive Director

Alberta's Industrial Heartland Association (AIHA)

Hear executive insights on how CCUS can move beyond pilot projects and into a new era of commercialization and impact.

01:50 PM 02:00 PM

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02:00 PM 02:00 PM

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02:15 PM 04:15 PM

Exhibition Floor, Hall A-B, Assembly Level

05:30 PM 09:30 PM

Hall C, Assembly Level

Executive Dialogues

Real Conversations. Real Influence.

Tuesday 23 September 2025

Wednesday 24 September 2025

Track 1

Carbon Markets

02:15 PM - 03:15 PM Exhibition Floor, Hall A-B, Assembly Level

Speakers:

Adam Sweet

Vice President, Western Canada

Clean Prosperity

Carbon markets are transforming the financial landscape for low-carbon projects, but how do we ensure their global value remains strong? This session dives deep into the forces shaping carbon credit strategies and their future impact.

Explore strengthening international cooperation and how global alignment can enhance the integrity and value of carbon credits.
Navigating Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanisms (CBAM) by unpacking the implications for commodities and industries facing evolving regulations.
Beyond compliance, int opportunity: discuss how carbon credits can be leveraged in voluntary markets to stay ahead in this rapidly evolving space.

03:15 PM - 04:15 PM Exhibition Floor, Hall A-B, Assembly Level

As carbon markets evolve, the question of credit fungibility is becoming more urgent; can carbon credits truly be interchangeable across jurisdictions and crediting programs? This interactive session explores the challenges and solutions shaping the future of carbon markets.

Discuss how cap-and-trade systems and voluntary carbon markets (VCM) can align for seamless credit transfer.
Explore the complementary mechanisms that can accelerate CCS project deployment, boost competitiveness and reduce emissions.
Engage in an expert-led discussion on real-world strategies for building trust, transparency and efficiency in carbon crediting programs.

Track 2

Capital & Finance

02:15 PM - 03:15 PM Exhibition Floor, Hall A-B, Assembly Level

Speakers:

Matt Grant

Director, Low Carbon Development

Enbridge

Moderator:

Madison Savilow

Director of Corporate and External Affairs

Carbon Upcycling

With demand for low-carbon solutions rising, tax incentives alone won’t secure long-term success. How can industry and government work together to remove financial roadblocks, streamline regulations, and drive social acceptance?

Exploring funding beyond tax credits, explore how the CCS sector can build sustainable momentum through new financing and policy strategies.
Discuss tackling the regulatory bottlenecks to accelerate manufacturing capabilities, clearing the path for market expansion.
Engage in solutions-focused conversation around addressing social acceptance and strengthening industry collaboration to drive CCS deployment.

03:15 PM - 04:15 PM Exhibition Floor, Hall A-B, Assembly Level

Speakers:

Cullen Colville

Vice President, Business Development Carbon

Wolf Midstream

Niels Versfeld

Director of Corporate Development

Carbon Clean

Moderator:

Breanne O’Reilly

Chief Operating Officer

International CCS Knowledge Centre

Canada’s provinces are a prime jurisdiction for leading the CCUS charge, but unlocking its full potential requires strategic collaboration between industry, government, Indigenous communities, across Canada’s provinces. How can Canada leverage its world-class resource to drive international growth, strengthen market competitiveness and turn its CCUS ambition into real investment opportunities?

Gain expert insights into how Canada’s CCUS infrastructure, geological and regulatory landscapes can position Canada as a global hub for carbon capture innovation.
Discover pan-Canadian strategies for attracting capital, fostering collaboration, and driving CCUS growth at scale.

Track 3

Technology

02:15 PM - 03:15 PM Exhibition Floor, Hall A-B, Assembly Level

Speakers:

Brett Henkel

Co-founder and Senior Vice President, Business Development

Svante

Moderator:

Catie O'Neal

Director, Western Canada

Carbon Removal Canada

Alberta has all the ingredients for scaling BECCS, so what will it take to unlock its full potential? With the right mix of sustainable forestry operations, geological storage capacity, and industry experience, how can industry and government harness Alberta’s competitive edge to bring BECCS to life at scale?

Discussing how the province’s unique assets set the stage for BECCS success.
Join an insightful exchange on the key strategies for funding and deploying BECCS projects with long-term viability.
Discover nature-based solutions at work and how can BECCS integrate into broader strategies for emissions reduction and energy resilience?

03:15 PM - 04:15 PM Exhibition Floor, Hall A-B, Assembly Level

Speakers:

Christophe Malaurie

Senior Vice-President, Decarbonization Solutions

Technip Energies

Matthew Bright

Director, External Affairs

True North Carbon Ltd.

Michel Gagnon

CEO

Airex Energy

With demand for data centers, infrastructure and heavy industry soaring, how can businesses choose the most effective carbon capture technologies to reduce emissions without sacrificing growth?

Join top innovators and decision-makers for a deep-dive discussion navigating the next era of carbon capture technologies.
Discuss the strategies for deploying these technologies at scale to meet sustainability goals without disrupting operations.
Gain insider knowledge of how business leaders are selecting the most viable solutions to save costs and unlock business opportunities.

Track 4

AI & Digitalization

02:15 PM - 03:15 PM Exhibition Floor, Hall A-B, Assembly Level

Speakers:

Andrea Crook

CEO

OptiSeis Solutions

AI is revolutionizing the energy sector – and CCUS is no exception. From optimizing storage to reducing risks, AI is unlocking unprecedented operational efficiencies for the sector. This discussion dives into the transformative power of AI and how it can revitalize the sector.

Discover how AI is driving costs and improving efficiencies in CCUS, and how are leading industry players leveraging AI within their business?
Exploring strategies to integrate AI into y CCUS operations, gain expert perspectives on turning innovation into tangible industry growth.
Join a high-impact discussion to uncover how AI can propel CCUS forward.

03:15 PM - 04:15 PM Exhibition Floor, Hall A-B, Assembly Level

Speakers:

George Whittaker

Operations Manager, Low Carbon

Bechtel

As global demand for data centres surges, so does the urgency to decarbonize the digital backbone of our economy. While CCUS is gaining traction in heavy industry, its role in data infrastructure is just beginning to emerge. This session explores how carbon capture, utilization, and storage can be integrated into the data centre ecosystem — and what it will take to deploy these solutions efficiently, competitively, and at scale.

Unpack the future of data centre sustainability, with CCS as a competitive advantage, enabling cost-effective, scalable decarbonization.
Explore market mechanisms and innovations that ensure efficient, reliable, and low-carbon power for data infrastructure.
Discuss how data centres are integrating CCUS into next-gen infrastructure, and the real-world strategies for making carbon capture a core component of digital expansion.

Track 1

Carbon Markets

02:15 PM - 03:15 PM Exhibition Floor, Hall A-B, Assembly Level

Speakers:

Justin Wheler

Chief Program Management Officer

Verra

Moderator:

Hazel Saffery

Partner

Dentons

A strong, sustainable carbon market requires international alignment, market integrity, and decisive action. What lessons can Canada take from global success stories to strengthen its own carbon trading ecosystem? This interactive discussion examines the strategies that work, the partnerships that matter, and the actions that drive lasting impact.

Gain insights from success stories from around the world and what leading nations are doing to ensure carbon markets remain resilient and effective.
Discover the power of partnerships and how global collaboration is key to maintaining carbon commodity value, boosting trust, and reinforcing credit integrity.
Take home actionable next steps on how project developers and investors can strengthen market confidence and bring impactful projects online.

Track 2

Capital & Finance

02:15 PM - 03:15 PM Exhibition Floor, Hall A-B, Assembly Level

Speakers:

Sarah Petrevan

Vice President, Industrial Decarbonization and Sustainability

Cement Association of Canada

Lark Meadow

Co-founder and CEO

Aeon Blue

Securing strong, sustainable funding is essential for scaling CCUS projects worldwide. But how can international partners collaborate to drive investment and accelerate CCS industry growth?

Engage in a meaningful discussion on how global financial markets and policy frameworks can support CCUS expansions.
Exploring how industry can de-risk investment and how industry is finding solutions for mitigating financial uncertainty and creating scalable, bankable CCUS projects?

Track 3

Technology

02:15 PM - 03:15 PM Exhibition Floor, Hall A-B, Assembly Level

Carbon capture is no longer just a technical challenge—it’s a strategic race to commercial viability. This session features a cross-sector conversation with leaders from CCUS technology and utilization companies who are engineering real-world solutions to turn emissions into commercial opportunity. We’ll explore how strategic investment, business model innovation, and cross-border scale-up are shaping the next wave of CCUS deployment.

Discover what’s new in CCUS technology and what insights can be gained from the latest innovations?
Gain insight into the strategic frameworks investors use to evaluate and scale CCUS technologies
Explore the commercial strategies for aligning tech readiness with real-world market needs

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Strategic Conference Program

2025 Strategic Speakers

Christophe Malaurie

Kelly Newnham

Madison Savilow

Mark Plamondon

Andreas Grav Karlsen

Honourable Greg Rickford

Erik Petursson

Ron Hoffmann

Hazel Saffery

Adam Sweet

Mustafa Sahin

Evan Bahry

George Whittaker

Niels Versfeld

Justin Riemer

Alex Petre

Stephen Buffalo

Catie O'Neal

Andrea Crook

Sarah Petrevan

Malte Feucht

Matthew Bright

David Schick

Justin Wheler

Cullen Colville

Brett Henkel

Vimal Chauhan

Honourable Brian Jean

Breanne O’Reilly

Pathways Alliance

Michel Gagnon

Bryan Healey

Helin Cox

Matt Grant

Jonah Margulis

His Excellency Nikolaj Harris

Her Excellency Hanna-Leena Korteniemi

His Excellency Hlynur Guðjónsson

Her Excellency Hanne Ulrichsen

Her Excellency Signe Burgstaller

Candice Paton

Lark Meadow

Ericka Rios

Dr. Michael Mahon

David Yager

Deborah Jaremko

Dale Swampy

Speaker to be Announced

Dr. Jang Hyun HUR

Tuesday 23 September 2025

Wednesday 24 September 2025

Delegate Breakfast

Welcome and Opening Remarks

Speaker:

Dale Swampy

National Coalition of Chiefs (NCC)

Ministerial Address

Speaker:

Honourable Brian Jean

Government of Alberta

Keynote Address: Unlocking Investment and Scaling Carbon Capture

Speaker to be Announced

Navigating CCUS Uncertainty Under the Trump Administration: An Opportunity for Canada?

Panelists:

Andreas Grav Karlsen

Varme Energy

Erik Petursson

Entropy