From energy demand to economic opportunity: Heather Chalmers, GE Vernova Canada

Canada’s electricity demand is booming, driven by EVs, industrial growth, and a surge in AI.  In this live conversation from the Conférence de Montréal, GE Vernova Canada's President and CEO Heather Chalmers joins Goldy Hyder to unpack why energy has become a national priority, what’s accelerating demand, and how Canada’s natural advantages can translate into real economic opportunity. “I've always said Canada won the geography lottery. When we think about the natural resources that are incredibly abundant in this country and now the focus on water as well, we've got enviable trade corridors, unbelievable talent, you name it.” From small modular reactors to carbon capture to the talent reshaping the energy sector, Heather lays out the urgency, the risks, and the potential in what she calls the emerging “energy supercycle.” Revealing conversations with influential innovators, entrepreneurs and leaders. Listen to more episodes here: thebusinesscouncil.ca/podcasts/