The Flux Capacitor podcast features discussions with business and thought leaders of the electricity industry on the future of the business of electricity. The discussions touch on how we create, move, trade, and use energy, with each guest adding their own expertise and perspective to the conversation. What will be the impacts of technological change? How will markets and customer demands respond to new technology? What will change, both social and technological, mean for regulators, society…
From the fate of the Canadian Electricity Advisory Council's recommendations to the challenge of connecting data centres, Philippe Dunsky joins host Francis Bradley to discuss the difficult decisions confronting policymakers, regulators and utilities as Canada balances economic growth, affordability, reliability and electrification. Links: Dunsky Energy + Climate Philippe Dunsky on LinkedIn…
What happens when cyber threats start moving at machine speed? Bridget Walshe and François Lemay join host Francis Bradley to discuss frontier AI, zero-day vulnerabilities, critical infrastructure protection, and the new race between attackers and defenders in Canada's electricity sector. Links: Bridget Walshe on LinkedIn François Lemay on LinkedIn The Canadian Centre for Cyber Security (the Cyber…
What does it take to build tomorrow's electricity system while keeping today's lights on? SaskPower CEO Rupen Pandya joins host Francis Bradley for a conversation on how Saskatchewan is tackling growth, reliability, nuclear power, and the energy transition. They close the conversation with Rupen’s book recommendation. Links: Rupen Pandya on LinkedIn Rupen Pandya at SaskPower: SaskPower Book…
In this episode of The Flux Capacitor, host Francis Bradley welcomes Andrew Shaw for a conversation on the evolving Canada–U.S. electricity relationship amid trade tensions, energy security concerns, AI-driven load growth, and geopolitical change. Despite political friction, Andrew argues that reliability, resilience, and deep integration make continued cooperation both necessary and likely. They…
In this episode of The Flux Capacitor, host Francis Bradley is joined by former TransAlta CEO John Kousinioris to discuss TransAlta’s transformation from coal to a diversified electricity company, the lessons of the energy transition, and the need to balance reliability, affordability and decarbonisation. They also explore electrification, AI-driven demand growth, workforce and supply chain…
In this episode of The Flux Capacitor, host Francis Bradley speaks with Positive Energy’s Founding Chair, Monica Gattinger. After a decade of shaping Canada’s energy dialogue, Monica reflects on Positive Energy’s impact on public and investor confidence, Indigenous partnerships, and energy governance. She also explores why the sector’s greatest challenge is no longer ambition—but execution. They…
In this episode of The Flux Capacitor, host Francis Bradley speaks with former Hydro One CEO David Lebeter about the growing complexity of the electricity sector. They explore rising demand, grid expansion, and the challenge of balancing large-scale infrastructure investment with affordability. David reflects on leadership, reliability, Indigenous partnerships, and the real role of AI in…
On part 3 of the Faces of the Industry award, host Francis Bradley discusses the award, which recognizes six professionals for their leadership in the electricity sector, and features conversations with two of the winners. Rod Doornbosch, an Enterprise Architect at FortisAlberta, is recognized for his work in AI, particularly AI Rod, an AI assistant he uses for introductions and audience insights.…
On part 2 of the Faces of the Industry award, host Francis Bradley discusses the award, which recognizes six professionals for their leadership in the electricity sector, and features conversations with two of the winners. Gary Brunet, a Senior Project Engineer at TransAlta, discusses the rehabilitation of the 85-year-old Cascade Hydro facility using fibre-reinforced polymer (FRP) technology,…
Francis Bradley hosts episode 138 of the Flux Capacitor podcast, featuring interviews with winners of Electricity Canada's Faces of the Industry Award. Rob Lister, CEO of Oakville Hydro and OEC, discusses the evolution of the electricity sector, emphasizing innovation and grid modernization. He highlights Oakville Hydro's advanced automation, reducing outage minutes and truck rolls. Amanda…
Julia Muggeridge, Electricity Canada’s VP of Corporate Affairs, chats with Michael Powell, VP of Government Relations, about the release of the Government of Canada’s Electricity Strategy and what it may mean for the sector. The strategy emphasizes grid expansion, affordability, and better interconnectivity between provinces, highlighting the need for $1 trillion investment, and a focus on…
President and CEO of FortisAlberta, Janine Sullivan, joins host Francis Bradley for a conversation about the challenges and opportunities faced by FortisAlberta. They talk about the impact of electrification, including the rise of electric vehicles and rooftop solar, and the need for strategic investments to meet growing demands. Janine emphasizes the importance of leveraging technology and pilot…
