Bridging the Gap: The Journey Through Energy Transition in Ontario & Beyond

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Energy transition has become a question of high importance throughout the world. However, these changes raise many questions about affordability, reliability, and readiness. How can we modernize the grid while balancing consumer needs with industry demands? In this episode, we will discuss with our guests how Ontario can prepare for numerous changes and opportunities in the energy transition process while exploring key challenges and mitigations. Teresa Sarkesian, President and CEO of the Electricity Distributors Association (EDA), and Harneet Panesar, Chief Operating Officer of the Ontario Energy Board (OEB), will share their expertise, addressing operational and regulatory challenges critical to a successful energy transition. Dr. Scott McKnight, Post-Doctoral Fellow, Research Associate, and Lecturer at the University of Toronto, will provide insights into the geopolitics of moving away from oil and discuss how Canada can navigate the associated risks. Tune in as we explore the future of Ontario's green energy transition in this week's episode. Produced by: Elena Villabona Palomero, Hao Zheng, and Jojo Ashun