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Carbon Copy is a show about the technology, engineering and economics of a low carbon future. Join ERA as we dive into the topics and technology innovations that are critical to delivering sustainable environmental outcomes, attracting investment, and building a diversified, lower carbon economy. Carbon Copy, a new podcast from ERA, takes a closer look at the technologies and people that will change our climate impact and help reshape Alberta’s economy.

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May 27, 202647 min

Episode 45: The Case for Natural Gas

In this episode, we sat down with Cody Brookwell, Director of Sales and Business Development at Clean Energy Fuels, to discuss how the Cummins X15N engine became a pivotal "gap-closing" moment for heavy-haulers, why the "unofficial decision-makers"—the drivers—are embracing a quieter, odourless ride, and the operational lessons learned from running 100 trucks in one of the world's most demanding environments.Learn more about this project here

April 13, 202645 min

Episode 44: The Current Clean Tech Investment Climate

The clean tech "mini gold rush" is over — and the rules have completely changed.In this episode of Carbon Copy, Justin Riemer (CEO, Emissions Reduction Alberta) sits down with Peter Tertzakian, one of Canada's most respected energy economists and Founder of Studio.Energy. Peter breaks down why AI and electrification have overtaken environmental policy as the dominant forces reshaping clean energy investment, how Canada is caught in an economic "sandwich" between the U.S. and China, and why we keep repeating the same boom-and-bust cycles in energy technology.He also makes a compelling case for why the smartest path to emissions reduction isn't cleaning up the mess — it's preventing it in the first place.A sharp, honest conversation about where the money is really moving, and what that means for Alberta's innovators.

April 10, 202654 min

Episode 43: Seeing the Invisible from Space

In this episode, we spoke with Kurtis Broda, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer at Wyvern, to discuss the excitement of seeing a rocket launch, their challenges of commercialization, and why the moment is now for Canada to claim its rightful place in space.Learn more about Wyvern here.

March 2, 202656 min

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.

November 24, 202555 min

Episode 41: The Future of Rail

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.

October 31, 202546 min

Episode 40: Shell’s CCS Journey

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

September 17, 202539 min

Episode 39: How ERA Maps the Future

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.

July 7, 202543 min

Episode 38: Methane Monitoring Reimagined

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

March 17, 202549 min

Episode 37: Unlocking Alberta’s Mineral Potential

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

February 11, 202534 min

Episode 36: A Path to Sustainable Energy - Pt .2

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