TEST PAGE 2025

• INNOVATION
• TRANSFORMATION
• GLOBAL COLLABORATION

This session will welcome the Government of Alberta’s Leadership to discuss the next five years of Canadian energy policy, from supercharging domestic infrastructure from east to west, to navigating US-Canada trade relations, and role in advancing North America’s energy security.

Join MELA, CRIN, and BBA Consultants for the Energize Innovation Challenge at the Global Energy Show on June 11! Step into the shoes of an innovator—or partner with one—and experience the show in a whole new way!

Here’s what you can expect:
• Team Up: You and a colleague pair up to be matched with an innovator and their real-world challenge.
• Complete Tasks: Tackle 7 exhibition floor tasks to explore adoption hurdles.
• Share: Deliver a 2–5 minute pitch on the innovator’s technology at 3:00pm.
• WIN: Bragging rights + prize pack from BBA Consultants!
Sign up now and be part of this unforgettable experience! Link to form: https://forms.office.com/r/RkgXCgFefT 

While the US-Canada trade relationship is becoming increasingly uncertain, markets in Asia and Europe are looking for reliable providers of LNG, critical minerals, and renewable energy. With public opinion more favourable toward energy development, will Canadian energy projects continue to struggle on the road to FID, or will Canada overcome its regulatory hurdles to build the refineries and approve pipelines to realize its potential?

Water scarcity and emissions reduction are two of the most pressing challenges facing Alberta’s oil and gas sector. With severe drought conditions threatening agricultural and industrial water supplies, the need for innovative solutions has never been greater.
Join us for an insightful panel discussion featuring Justin Reimer, CEO of Emissions Reduction Alberta,  experts from Aqua Pure Technologies (APT) and Artis Exploration, as they unveil the PROH2O® Technology—a groundbreaking system that eliminates 99.9% of contaminants from fracking water, enabling large-scale recycling and reducing environmental impact.
This session will delve into the recently launched Three Hills, Alberta pilot project, designed to recycle 460,000 m³ of fracking water annually. By minimizing freshwater consumption and lowering CO₂ emissions by 388,800 kg, this initiative demonstrates how cutting-edge water treatment technologies can drive sustainability while improving operational efficiency.
Key Takeaways:
• How PROH2O® technology works and its impact on water conservation  
•  The environmental and economic benefits of fracking water recycling
•  The impactful opportunities Emissions Reduction Alberta is providing for industry
• Insights from real-world water treatment trials and OPEX modeling
• The future of sustainable resource management in Alberta 
Whether you're an energy professional, sustainability leader, or policymaker, this session will provide critical insights into how water recycling can help shape a more responsible and efficient oil and gas industry.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the solution. Join us for this essential discussion!

The Energy Transition isn’t just about carbon or capital – it’s about people. And, if we get it right, we won’t just build a more sustainable energy system – we’ll build a generation of purpose-driven, tech-savvy leaders who thrive in the space of innovation for which Alberta’s energy industry is renowned. What if our systems of education, innovation, workforce development, and policy align—not perfectly, but powerfully—to accelerate a future that is both prosperous and sustainable? 

AI-powered automation is transforming oilfield performance by optimizing production and cutting emissions in real time. Hear how leading operators are achieving more with less—more output, less environmental impact.

The transformative and disruptive impact of AI on the energy sector cannot be understated, with the exponential growth and capability of AI in transforming the future of energy representing a megatrend that will define the next decade. However, as the adoption of AI increases, so too does the demand for infrastructure and reliable energy solutions to support data centres. How can the energy sector balance the increasing energy demands of AI technologies whilst advancing climate goals? 

While we have come so far as an industry in reducing methane we have really only just scratched the surface. The next round of reductions will be progressively more complex and require more thought and adoption of technology. This session will focus on what comes next in the reduction of methane emissions in the immediate future and on the horizon. 

Saudi Arabia presents a burgeoning market for energy companies, with megaprojects and national initiatives driving the transition towards more sustainable energy.  Hear from experts helping Canadian companies meet this demand, who will share opportunities in Saudi Arabia, including Canada’s participation in the 25th WPC Congress in Riyadh in 2026.

From investment strategies to breakthrough technologies, industry leaders are driving Canada’s low-emission future. This session will explore financial tools, emerging innovations, and the power of cross-sector collaboration—while highlighting the essential contributions of women in energy who are shaping a more sustainable industry.

The future of the world’s energy system is at an inflection point in history. Technological innovation, geopolitics, regulatory changes, and the need to balance emissions reduction, energy security and energy affordability are driving the global energy landscape. How are different regions of the world navigating this challenging environment and what can Canada learn from their approach? 

Join us for the final stage of the Energize Innovation Challenge at the Global Energy Show on June 11, where creativity meets real-world energy innovation! After a day of collaboration and discovery, participating teams will deliver 2–5 minute pitches highlighting the assigned innovator’s technology and proposed adoption strategies.

Watch as ideas come to life in this fast-paced, high-energy competition—and cheer on your favourite team as they compete for top honours and a prize pack from BBA Consultants!
Don’t miss this exciting showcase of problem-solving, partnership, and innovation in action.

Indigenous participation in Canada’s energy sector has grown, but progress is still slow. How can the private sector play an enhanced role in boosting Indigenous economic development, participation and inclusion in the energy economy, and bring greater value back into communities themselves?

Canada's energy services sector is evolving, and the future of drilling goes far beyond conventional oil and gas. New Drills brings together leading voices in drilling and well servicing, along with senior executives from the emerging subsurface resource sector, to explore emerging opportunities across three critical areas: traditional hydrocarbon development, critical mineral extraction, and geothermal energy.

This panel will examine how Canadian drilling and servicing companies can leverage existing expertise, infrastructure, and innovation to diversify their operations and drive growth. Panelists will share insights on regulatory landscapes, market trends, and the unique technical challenges and rewards of each sector. From sustaining Canada’s energy security through responsible oil and gas development, to enabling the clean energy transition through critical minerals and geothermal, this discussion will highlight the strategic role service providers play in shaping the country’s resource future.

Facing significant skill shortages and demographic changes, the energy sector is at a critical juncture and needs answers to its talent challenge. This panel, hosted by Women10x, will spotlight initiatives to promote the greater participation of women as a key strategic solution to address this growing problem.

With both countries seeking dominance as energy superpowers, North American energy policy experts will discuss the future of Canada’s vast interconnected energy relationship with the United States.

Get beyond the hype of Generative AI! This panel will dig into a key use case applying advanced ML techniques to enable autonomous, dynamic well control proactively stabilizing wells to reduce methane venting. Hear how AI is reducing both costs and emissions along with other use cases.

Mitch Jones (Kathairos) sits down with Mitch Dow (Ovintiv) to discuss lessons learned and best practices when assessing and implementing methane reduction strategies. What works and what could be improved? What factors influence investment decisions and technology adoption? What are the biggest challenges – and opportunities – that will shape methane action in the years ahead?

Reconcili-action has become the watch word for First Nations seeking to get things done - partnering and working with federal and provincial governments, neighbouring Indigenous nations, industry and increasingly, the international community. The focus on action is breaking down the barriers to build a more secure energy future for the world. This panels share experiences and insights from this work of partnership and what it means for First Nations, Canada and the global community.

Spartan Controls will explore the evolution of upstream oil and gas production design—from traditional pneumatic control systems to fully electric control solutions. This transition reflects a broader industry shift toward enhanced control strategies, improved emissions reduction, and increased access to operational data. The adoption of advanced technologies is not only optimizing performance but also paving the way for a more sustainable and data-driven energy future.

Now in their 10th year, the awards celebrate excellence in the energy industry across Canada and globally, recognizing the accomplishments of leaders, innovators, and trailblazers in nine categories. Honorees have demonstrated outstanding leadership, innovation, sustainable solutions, and significant contributions to advancing the energy sector.

* Complimentary access to the Awards Luncheon is included in the Partner Pass.
Influencer Conference Pass and Engage Exhibition Pass holders can purchase tickets at an additional cost.

As Canadian technology developers and service providers look to diversify their exports, Nigeria presents a significant opportunity.  Hear directly from the national regulator about decarbonization mandates, and from the country’s state-owned oil company, NNPC about their sustainability journey.  Learn about how Canadian companies can fulfill the needs created by these initiatives.  

Join us for an engaging fireside chat between Patrick McDonald, Assistant Deputy Minister of Environment & Protected Areas, and Jackson Hegland, President & CEO of Modern West Advisory. This timely conversation will explore the latest developments in Alberta’s emissions reduction policy landscape, with a focus on the Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction (TIER) program, methane policy, and other key priorities shaping the Government of Alberta's agenda.

This session will provide an opportunity to hear directly from one of Alberta’s environment officials on what’s driving regulatory direction — and what industry and stakeholders should be paying attention to in the months ahead. Expect a candid and insightful dialogue on the province’s environmental and economic path forward.
Whether you're in policy, industry, or investment, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.