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CRINcast Cleantech Competition Conversations
by Clean Resource Innovation Network
Special Edition Podcast Series: Accelerating Cleantech Innovation This four-part CRINcast special edition celebrates the launch of the Accelerating Cleantech Innovation Competition, highlighting how collaboration fuels Canada’s energy transformation. The series features an in-depth conversation with MaRS Discovery District, the competition coordinator, two inspiring success stories from companies funded in CRIN’s previous technology competitions, and insights from CRIN’s Director of Operations on how these initiatives spark new partnerships, accelerate commercialization, and create real-world impact across sectors. Together, these episodes showcase the people, ideas, and innovations driving Canada’s clean energy future — and why this competition is a launchpad for the next generation of solutions. #cleantech #climatechange #cleanresourceinnovationnetwork #collaboration #innovation #canada #canadatechnology #technology
Episodes
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CRINcast | Cleantech Competition Conversations | CRIN
In this episode, host Bill Whitelaw speaks with CRIN’s Director of Operations, Glen McCrimmon, about the launch of the Accelerating Cleantech Innovation Competition and what it represents for Canada’s oil and gas innovation ecosystem. Glen reflects on how CRIN’s first three competitions helped...
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CRINcast | Cleantech Competition Conversations | VL Energy
VL Energy: Digital Innovation, Methane Intelligence and Lessons from CRIN’s Competition In this episode of CRINcast, host Bill Whitelaw talks with Ling Bai, CEO of VL Energy, about how CRIN’s previous technology competition helped the company move from early concept to national credibility and...
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CRINcast | Cleantech Competition Conversations | Kathairos
In this episode of CRINcast, host Bill Whitelaw speaks with Dr. Jacqueline Peterson, Chief External Relations Strategist at Kathairos, a company leading the way in methane emissions reduction. Jacqueline explains how Kathairos uses liquid nitrogen to eliminate pneumatic methane venting at well...
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CRINcast | Cleantech Competition Conversations | MaRS
Accelerating Cleantech Innovation with MaRS In this special episode of CRINcast, host Bill Whitelaw sits down with Tyler Hamilton, Senior Director of Climate at MaRS Discovery District, to discuss CRIN’s upcoming Accelerating Cleantech Innovation Competition — with MaRS serving as the competition...
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Episode 6: Marc Godin, Petroleum Technology Alliance Canada
In Episode 6, host Bill Whitelaw sits down with Mark Godin, Director of Technology at the Petroleum Technology Alliance Canada (PTAC), to discuss Canada's approach to climate innovation at COP29. As Mark attends his first COP, he shares insights on PTAC’s role in advancing collaborative climate...
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Episode 5: Nannette Ho-Covernton, Avatar Innovations
In this episode, Bill Whitelaw hosts Nanette Ho-Covernton to discuss Canada's role at COP29 in Baku. They explore CRIN’s collaborative model, uniting industry, government, and academia to advance clean technologies. Reflecting on COP28, Nanette emphasizes showcasing Alberta’s climate innovation...
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Episode 4: Dagmar Knutson, Ten Peaks Innovation Alliance
In this episode, we’re joined by Dagmar Knudsen, founder and chairman of the Ten Peaks Innovation Alliance, for an insightful conversation on transgenerational impact in climate action. Together, host Bill Whitelaw and Dagmar explore how fostering knowledge, training, and encouragement for…
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Episode 3: Ian Gates, University of Calgary
In episode 3 of the CRIN@COP29 Podcast, we delve into the transformative role of universities as conveners of meaningful dialogue. Our guest, Dr. Ian Gates of the University of Calgary shares that the true power of a university lies in its ability to bring people together—both within its walls…
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Episode 2: Scott Volk, Tourmaline Oil Corp
In Episode 2 of the CRIN@COP29 Podcast, our guest, Scott Volk of Tourmaline Oil, discusses the collaborative potential between Canada and the global community in tackling environmental and resource-related challenges. He emphasizes the importance of sharing knowledge and solutions, highlighting…
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Episode 1: Justin Riemer, Emissions Reduction Alberta
Join us as Bill Whitelaw speaks with Justin Riemer, CEO of Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA), ahead of #COP29 in Baku. Justin shares insights on Alberta's progressive approach to emission reduction and the impact of ERA’s competitive funding model on cleantech innovation. From geothermal to smart...
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Episode 8: Kendra MacDonald, Canada’s Oceans Cluster
For information about CRIN, or the Accelerating Cleantech Innovation Competition visit www.crincanada.com
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Episode 7: Beth (Hardy) Valiaho, International CCS Knowledge Centre
On this episode of CRIN @ COP28, hosted by Bill Whitelaw, we sit down with Beth (Hardy) Valiaho, Vice President of Policy, Regulatory and Stakeholder Relations at the International CCS Knowledge Centre (and a CRIN board member) to discuss why this particular Conference of the Parties is of peak...
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Episode 6: Kevin Krausart, Avatar Innovations
On this episode of CRIN @ COP28, hosted by Bill Whitelaw, we sit down with Kevin Krausert, CEO and co-founder of Avatar Innovations, for a fascinating look at the work Avatar Innovations does to advance the effective deployment of technology to help the industry improve its emissions reductions....
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Episode 5: Lesley Coldham, International Gas Union (ICU) / CRIN Official Side Event
On this episode of CRIN @ COP28, hosted by Bill Whitelaw, we sit down with Glen McCrimmon, CRIN's Director of Operations, and Lesley Coldham, Director of Public Affairs with the International Gas Union (IGU). This exciting conversation will delve into how these two powerful organizations have…
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Episode 4: Stephen Buffalo, Indian Resource Council
On this episode of CRIN @ COP28, hosted by Bill Whitelaw, we sit down with Stephen Buffalo, CEO of the Indian Resource Council (IRC), to discuss the forward-thinking new partnerships being developed with Indigenous communities related to resource development. Because of these incredibly important...
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Episode 3: Aminah Robinson Fayek, University of Alberta
On this episode of CRIN @ COP28, hosted by Bill Whitelaw, Dr. Aminah Robinson Fayek, VP of Research and Innovation at the University of Alberta, joins us to talk about the interdisciplinary innovation ecosystem that has emerged at the University and the great learning opportunities she is excited...
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Episode 2: Scott Volk, Tourmaline Oil Corp.
On this episode of CRIN @ COP28, hosted by Bill Whitelaw, we sit down with Scott Volk, Director of Emissions and Innovation at Tourmaline Oil Corp. to discuss what is driving emissions strategies at one of the top resource companies in Canada, and what message and learnings they will be taking to...
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Episode 1: Who is CRIN and What is COP?
In our first episode of the CRIN @ COP28 podcast we introduce you to the network of networks and what CRIN aims to accomplish by hosting a pavilion in the UN Blue Zone at COP28. For information about CRIN, or the Accelerating Cleantech Innovation Competition visit www.crincanada.com
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Special Edition Podcast Series: Accelerating Cleantech Innovation
This four-part CRINcast special edition celebrates the launch of the Accelerating Cleantech Innovation Competition, highlighting how collaboration fuels Canada’s energy transformation. The series features an in-depth conversation with MaRS Discovery District, the competition coordinator, two inspiring success stories from companies funded in CRIN’s previous technology competitions, and insights from CRIN’s Director of Operations on how these initiatives spark new partnerships, accelerate commercialization, and create real-world impact across sectors. Together, these episodes showcase the people, ideas, and innovations driving Canada’s clean energy future — and why this competition is a launchpad for the next generation of solutions.
#cleantech #climatechange #cleanresourceinnovationnetwork #collaboration #innovation #canada #canadatechnology #technology
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