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Powering Sustainable Ideas

RBC Capital Markets
Climate Change
Energy Transition
Nuclear Energy
Electric Vehicles
Renewable Energy
Data Centers
Carbon Removal
Carbon Capture Technology
RBC Capital Markets
Sustainable Finance
Corporate Sustainability
Supply Chain Management
Decarbonization
Natural Gas
Carbon Dioxide Removal
Direct Air Capture
Sustainability
Canada
ESG
Regulatory Frameworks

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With a 75-year track record under its belt, TC Energy is poised to enter a new phase of growth, thanks to a presence across North America and the growing demand for energy at home and abroad. In conversation at RBC’s Global Energy, Power and Infrastr... more

The expansion of power and infrastructure to support the energy transition is unfolding against a complex backdrop. Policy uncertainty, geopolitical tension, and shifting market forces are colliding with record investment and a rapidly evolving mix o... more

Canada is building a Sustainable Finance Taxonomy to provide clarity for issuers and investors navigating the energy transition. In this episode, Barbara Zvan, President and CEO of the University Pension Plan and Chair of the Canadian Taxonomy Financ... more

They extract CO2 direct from the air, but direct air capture technologies typically drink up massive quantities of water and energy while doing so. An alternative offered by New Jersey-based Avnos actually generates water. In this episode of Powering... more

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François Poirier
CEO of TC Energy
TC Energy
Episode: Why TC Energy sees renewed opportunity in Canada
Anthony Ayano
Vice Chair and Global Co-Head of Power Utilities & Infrastructure
RBC Capital Markets
Episode: Complexity multiplies for infrastructure to power the transition
Rob Nicholson
Head of Canadian Power Utilities & Infrastructure
RBC Capital Markets
Episode: Complexity multiplies for infrastructure to power the transition
Anthony Steinberg
Leads the Australia power utilities and infrastructure team
RBC Capital Markets
Episode: Complexity multiplies for infrastructure to power the transition
Barb Zvan
President and CEO, University Pension Plan
University Pension Plan
Episode: Developing a made-in-Canada Sustainable Finance Taxonomy
Will Kain
Founder and CEO of Avnos
Avnos
Episode: The challenger turning DAC’s water problem on its head
Brian Sullivan
Co-anchor of CNBC Power Lunch
CNBC
Episode: Beyond the Headlines: Oil, Inflation and Market Risk
Chris Dendrinos
Leads RBC capital markets research coverage of the US clean energy sector
RBC Capital Markets
Episode: Every Electron Counts: Opportunities in an Energy-Hungry Future
Luke Grant
CFO of IMI, responsible for financial strategy and growth
IMI
Episode: How linking itself to 3 global megatrends paid off for IMI

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Sarah Thompson
Global Head of Sustainable Finance at RBC Capital Markets

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Driving energy security: Challenges and opportunities
Q: How does Cameco view the role of nuclear in meeting energy security and decarbonization goals?
Nuclear is portrayed as a carbon-free, dispatchable baseload source that enhances energy security while supporting electrification and AI/data center growth; policy support and a coordinated supply chain are seen as essential to reduce first-mover risk and unlock scale.
Driving energy security: Challenges and opportunities
Q: What are the immediate drivers behind the UK's investment plans for the transmission network?
The combination of strong political will, detailed plans published by the National Electricity System Operator, and a regulatory framework from Ofgem creates a stable environment for a sizable investment program, enabling investors to forecast demand and revenue with greater confidence.
Today’s climate tech CEOs on their road to profit and expansion
Q: What are the capital-raising and M&A considerations for climate-tech companies today?
Investors need to understand the hybrid nature of tech-enabled environmental services; Roadrunner uses a mix of VC and project-level finance, while Svante frames monetization of CO2 through a revenue stack including 45Q and carbon markets, with a push toward packaged turnkey solutions and project development to share risk.
Today’s climate tech CEOs on their road to profit and expansion
Q: How has AI affected your business strategy and product development?
Carl notes AI reshapes market dynamics by supporting data-driven resource discovery and permitting, while Graham describes AI-driven camera-based monitoring of waste streams to optimize fill rates and contaminant detection, both accelerating development and operational efficiency.
Today’s climate tech CEOs on their road to profit and expansion
Q: Why don't each of you talk about the problem you're trying to solve and how you identified it?
Graham explains waste management pain in the form of negative NPS in traditional services, leading Roadrunner to build a B2B marketplace that orchestrates waste and recycling without owning assets, plus an AI hardware layer for data-backed software. Carl outlines geothermal challenges and differentiates conventional from enhanced geothermal, emphasizing lower-cost conventional resources and AI-enabled discovery to unlock terawatt-scale potential.

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Focusing on sustainable finance and innovative technologies, episodes explore the intersection of environmental sustainability, corporate responsibility, and investment strategies. Engaging discussions feature insights from industry leaders and experts, highlighting topics such as carbon capture technology, energy transitions, and sustainable business practices. Frequencies include analysis of pressing climate issues, the political landscape's impact on sustainability initiatives, community-driven projects, and the future of carbon markets. The series is especially noteworthy for its emphasis on collaboration among various stakeholders and the promotion of ambitious climate goals, positioning itself as a vital platform for those interested ... more

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