Flux Capacitor

Manitoba Hydro’s President and CEO Allan Danforth joins host Francis Bradley for a conversation about the challenges and changes in leadership and communication post-pandemic, and the importance of in-person interaction for building camaraderie and effective leadership. Allan highlights Manitoba Hydro’s integrated operations, the increasing demand for electricity, the need for gas and renewable energy sources, and the potential, regionally, for nuclear power. They also discuss the political dynamics of running a crown corporation, the importance of regional collaboration, and the significance of historical events in defining and understanding Canadian identity. The conversation closes with Allan’s book recommendation.

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Manitoba Hydro

Manitoba Hydro’s Leadership Team

Book recommendation:

• Vimy, by Pierre Berton

Nova Scotia Power’s parent company Emera’s President and CEO Scott Balfour joins host Francis Bradley for a conversation about Emera’s growth from a privatized Crown Corporation in Nova Scotia to a major North American energy player with operations in Canada, Florida, New Mexico, Grand Bahama, and Barbados. They discuss the challenges of balancing reliability, sustainability, and affordability in the energy sector, and differences in rates of return. Scott emphasized the need for honest conversations about the costs of decarbonization and the importance of nation-building projects. The conversation closes with Scott’s book recommendation.

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Emera

Nova Scotia Power

TECO Tampa Electric

Scott Balfour at Emera

Scott Balfour on LinkedIn

Book recommendation:

• The Coming Wave, by Mustafa Suleyman and Michael Bhaskar: https://the-coming-wave.com/

Toronto Hydro’s President and CEO Jana Mosley joins host Francis Bradley for a conversation about Toronto Hydro’s role in ensuring electricity service to more than 3 million homes and businesses in Toronto. They talk about Hydro’s plan to invest $5 billion over the next five years to modernize its grid, address rising electricity demand, and support a number of major city projects. Jana emphasizes the importance of safety, cost-effectiveness, and technological innovation in grid modernization. They also discuss the challenges of project development, the need for regulatory reforms, and the company’s alignment with the city’s net zero strategy. The conversation closes with Jana’s book recommendation.

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Toronto Hydro

Jana Mosley at Toronto Hydro

Jana Mosley on LinkedIn

Book recommendation:

• Strengths Finder 2.0, by Tom Rath