EnergiMedia publisher and CEO Markham Hislop joins Jon Liedtke on AM800 CKLW to discuss why Ontario should care about Alberta energy production, the oil and gas sector, and how the energy transition will affect us all.

• Energy Transition: The discussion focuses on Alberta’s energy decisions and their impact on Ontario, emphasizing the importance of the energy sector and the transition to clean energy.
• Economic Impact: Alberta is a major player in Canada’s oil and gas industry, significantly contributing to the national economy and employment.
• Narratives: There are different perspectives on the energy transition, including the “Oil and Gas Forever” and “Light Your Hair on Fire” narratives, but Hislop suggests a third narrative, the “Future is Electric”.
• Innovation: Alberta Innovates is exploring new uses for oil sands bitumen, such as converting it into carbon fiber, which could provide a more profitable and sustainable future for the industry.

This interview aired on AM800 CKLW

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