2023 AGENDA

DAY 1: NOVEMBER 28

PROVIDING CLARITY ON REGULATORY PERSPECTIVES ON EMISSIONS TRACKING AND REPORTING IN CANADA

Tuesday, November 28, 2023
9:00 AM - 9:05 AM
 
 
 
9:05 AM - 9:10 AM
 
Reem Tanta
 
9:10 AM - 9:40 AM

-    Overviewing of the main methane reporting frameworks used in Alberta  
-    Discussing the common challenges faced by organizations when implementing methane reporting frameworks  
-    Understanding Methane detection and quantification technology 
-    Incorporating technology with regulations and reporting

Milos Krnjaja
 
9:40 AM - 10:25 AM

-    Estimating GHG and air emissions
-    Insights on current trends, upcoming changes, challenges, risks and opportunities
-    Collaboration and partnerships in advancing emissions tracking and reporting efforts
-    Staying ahead of the curve to meet regulatory requirements

Amit Bhargava Alice Yu Dan Morrison Kari-Lynn Reed
 
10:25 AM - 10:55 AM

-    Implementing an open-source carbon tracking solution to increase transparency and accountability in the oil and gas industry
-    Educating stakeholders on the benefits of using open-source carbon tracking tools to reduce carbon emissions and improve environmental sustainability
-    Encouraging industry-wide collaboration to enhance the effectiveness of open-source carbon tracking methods to ensure global regulatory compliance.

Arjen van de Voort
 
10:55 AM - 11:25 AM
 
 
 
11:25 AM - 12:10 PM

-    Collaborating with policymakers to develop effective emission policies
-    Learning how associations and other stakeholders are working with the government
-    Case studies on how best to work effectively with policymakers

Niall Gleeson David Gowland David Hume Amberly Dooley Heather Carmichael
 
12:10 PM - 12:25 PM
 
Amy Zell
 
12:25 PM - 12:30 PM
 
 
 
12:30 PM - 1:25 PM
 
 
Lunch and Networking Break, sponsored by Salesforce
1:25 PM - 1:55 PM

-    Discussing the role of technology in carbon offsetting and achieving carbon neutrality
-    Exploring the financial implications of carbon offsetting and carbon credits
-    Discussing specific carbon offset projects highlighting their impact and effectiveness in reducing emissions

Amy Zell Martin Ciuk
 
Time Zone: (UTC-06:00) Mountain Time (US & Canada) [Change Time Zone]

ACHIEVING TRANSPARENCY WHEN COLLECTING DATA FROM MULTIPLE EMISSION SOURCES

Tuesday, November 28, 2023
1:55 PM - 2:40 PM

-    Incorporating a selection/suite of technological solutions into your carbon mitigation plans to ensure compliance
-    Evaluating evolving technologies that will play a role in your emission tracking and reporting journey
-    Identifying the most promising technologies to enhance your efforts

Allan Fogwill Scott Volk Adam Weir Mark Guirguis Jason Olbekson Maya Pazouki
2:40 PM - 3:05 PM
 
 
3:05 PM - 3:35 PM

-    Utilizing advanced technologies such as IoT and remote sensing for efficient and automated data collection
-    Reviewing data collection methodologies and the importance of standardizing protocols 
-    Ensuring data interoperability and compatibility between different software systems and data repositories

Sophie Whiticar
Time Zone: (UTC-06:00) Mountain Time (US & Canada) [Change Time Zone]

BUILDING COMPREHENSIVE CARBON TRACKING & REPORTING PLANS TO FUTURE-PROOF THE STRATEGY – PART A

Tuesday, November 28, 2023
3:35 PM - 4:35 PM

Each round table has a different topic and attendees can select the round table that they would like to participate in. Round table leaders will spend the first 15 minutes meeting the delegates and providing a case study / lessons learned log / industry update and then moderate a 30-minute discussion with the group where they can give feedback and ask questions. The final 10 –15 minutes will be spent on agreeing on 3-5 industry recommendations regarding the topic. All the recommendations will be summarized in the post-event report.

Topic options:

  • Developing robust ESG and Regulatory Compliance plans tailored to the organization's specific operations and objectives - Reem Tanta, ESG Lead Advisor / ESG instructor, WSP / Mount Royal University
     
  • Setting emission reduction targets, monitoring protocols, and reporting methodologies - Rory Storm, Net-Zero Pathways Instructor, Iron and Earth
     
  • Implementing Methane Detection and Mitigation Programs - Martin Cuik, Associate Director, Science & Engineering Technology Transfer, Innovate Calgary
     
  • Internal capacity building: Creating a culture of environmental responsibility - Geni Peters, Director of Research, Eco Canada
     
  • Understanding how technology, international cooperation, and policy developments will impact Alberta's oil and gas industry - Mark Taylor, Taylor Energy Advisors
     
  • Determining the investor's role in emissions mitigation - Ling Bai, Strategic Regulatory Compliance Expert Advisory Board Member, Innovate Calgary
Reem Tanta Rory Storm Martin Ciuk Geni Peters Mark Taylor Ling Bai
4:35 PM - 4:45 PM
 
 
4:45 PM - 4:50 PM
 
Reem Tanta
4:50 PM - 5:50 PM
 
 
5:50 PM - 6:00 PM
 
 
Time Zone: (UTC-06:00) Mountain Time (US & Canada) [Change Time Zone]

DAY 2: NOVEMBER 29

Wednesday, November 29, 2023
9:00 AM - 9:05 AM
 
Bill Whitelaw
Time Zone: (UTC-06:00) Mountain Time (US & Canada) [Change Time Zone]

BUILDING COMPREHENSIVE CARBON TRACKING & REPORTING PLANS TO FUTURE-PROOF THE STRATEGY – PART B

Wednesday, November 29, 2023
9:10 AM - 9:35 AM
 
Dr. Satyam Priyadarshy
9:35 AM - 10:20 AM

-    Discussing the process of setting ESG goals and key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive accountability and continuous improvement
-    Integrating ESG into decision-making processes across organizations, from project evaluations to investment decisions
-    Exploring the role of performance incentives and recognition programs in motivating employees to align with ESG goals

Mark Taylor Jeff Neubeker Jenny Liu Susan Grey Geni Peters
Time Zone: (UTC-06:00) Mountain Time (US & Canada) [Change Time Zone]

MAKING DECARBONIZATION HAPPEN ACROSS SUPPLY CHAINS

Wednesday, November 29, 2023
10:20 AM - 11:05 AM

-    Implementing energy efficiency measures across various industrial processes
-    Exploring options for low-carbon technologies
-    Understanding if and how electrification can be used as a measure to shift away from total fossil fuel dependency

Dave Gajadhar Ling Bai Tyler Tarnoczi
11:05 AM - 11:35 AM
 
 
11:35 AM - 12:05 PM

-    Identifying emissions associated with Supply chain operations
-    Ranking activities in order of impact and allocating resources accordingly
-    Implementing strategies to reduce these emissions in the order of priority  

Stephanie Forbes
12:05 PM - 12:35 PM

-    Creating a culture of engaged and committed employees to tracking and reporting emissions 
-    Addressing the importance of providing adequate training and skill development opportunities to employees and upskilling and reskilling
-    Relevant case studies and success stories highlighting successes in enhancing 
skills and knowledge

Brent Willett Deidra Garyk Tara Seitz
12:35 PM - 1:35 PM
 
 
Time Zone: (UTC-06:00) Mountain Time (US & Canada) [Change Time Zone]

STEPPING UP THE LEVEL OF AMBITION FOR REDUCTIONS IN EMISSIONS IN OIL AND GAS TO PREPARE FOR THE FUTURE

Wednesday, November 29, 2023
1:35 PM - 2:05 PM

-    Identifying the leading causes and factors contributing to carbon and methane leakage
-    Highlighting the challenges associated with accurately measuring and quantifying carbon leakage and mitigating them
-    Analyzing the existing policies and measures aimed at addressing carbon leakage

Claude Ghazar, P.Eng
2:05 PM - 2:35 PM

-    Overviewing of emission the existing reporting frameworks, standards, and guidelines
-    Addressing consistency in emission calculation methodologies 
-    Discussing the future trends in emission reporting 

Joule Bergerson
2:35 PM - 3:05 PM

-    Challenges associated with detecting and localizing fugitive emissions in complex industrial settings
-    Discussing advancements to minimize fugitive methane emissions
-    Understanding the impact fugitive emissions have on the bottom line 

Bill Whitelaw Mark McCann
3:05 PM - 3:10 PM
 
Bill Whitelaw
3:10 PM - 3:15 PM
 
 
Time Zone: (UTC-06:00) Mountain Time (US & Canada) [Change Time Zone]