Knowledge Bar Programs - Carbon Capture Canada

Step beyond the plenary stage and into the room where strategy is shaped. The Executive Dialogues are curated, interactive sessions that put you face-to-face with the trailblazers redefining carbon capture, utilization and storage (CCUS).

Hosted across four tracks, led by expert speakers and built around full audience participation, these small-format, high-impact discussions offer a rare opportunity to deep-dive into the industry’s toughest challenges and greatest investment opportunities.

Whether you're looking to exchange ideas, tackle roadblocks, or build new partnerships, these sessions are your gateway to influential voices, candid insights, and actionable takeaways, all in a setting designed for decision-makers to tackle the issues that matter most!

Tuesday 23 September 2025

Wednesday 24 September 2025

Track 1

Carbon Markets

14:00 - 15:00

Carbon markets are transforming the financial landscape for low-carbon projects, but how do we ensure their global value remains strong? This session dives deep into the forces shaping carbon credit strategies and their future impact.

Explore strengthening international cooperation and how global alignment can enhance the integrity and value of carbon credits.
Navigating Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanisms (CBAM) by unpacking the implications for commodities and industries facing evolving regulations.
Beyond compliance, int opportunity: discuss how carbon credits can be leveraged in voluntary markets to stay ahead in this rapidly evolving space.

15:15 - 16:15

As carbon markets evolve, the question of credit fungibility is becoming more urgent; can carbon credits truly be interchangeable across jurisdictions and crediting programs? This interactive session explores the challenges and solutions shaping the future of carbon markets.

Discuss how cap-and-trade systems and voluntary carbon markets (VCM) can align for seamless credit transfer.
Explore the complementary mechanisms that can accelerate CCS project deployment, boost competitiveness and reduce emissions.
Engage in an expert-led discussion on real-world strategies for building trust, transparency and efficiency in carbon crediting programs.

Track 2

Capital & Finance

14:00 - 15:00

With demand for low-carbon solutions rising, tax incentives alone won’t secure long-term success. How can industry and government work together to remove financial roadblocks, streamline regulations, and drive social acceptance?

Exploring funding beyond tax credits, explore how the CCS sector can build sustainable momentum through new financing and policy strategies.
Discuss tackling the regulatory bottlenecks to accelerate manufacturing capabilities, clearing the path for market expansion.
Engage in solutions-focused conversation around addressing social acceptance and strengthening industry collaboration to drive CCS deployment.

15:15 - 16:15

Canada’s provinces are a prime jurisdiction for leading the CCUS charge, but unlocking its full potential requires strategic collaboration between industry, government, Indigenous communities, across Canada’s provinces. How can Canada leverage its world-class resource to drive international growth, strengthen market competitiveness and turn its CCUS ambition into real investment opportunities?

Gain expert insights into how Canada’s CCUS infrastructure, geological and regulatory landscapes can position Canada as a global hub for carbon capture innovation.
Discover pan-Canadian strategies for attracting capital, fostering collaboration, and driving CCUS growth at scale.

Track 3

Technology

14:00 - 15:00

Alberta has all the ingredients for scaling BECCS, so what will it take to unlock its full potential? With the right mix of sustainable forestry operations, geological storage capacity, and industry experience, how can industry and government harness Alberta’s competitive edge to bring BECCS to life at scale?

Discussing how the province’s unique assets set the stage for BECCS success.
Join an insightful exchange on the key strategies for funding and deploying BECCS projects with long-term viability.
Discover nature-based solutions at work and how can BECCS integrate into broader strategies for emissions reduction and energy resilience?

15:15 - 16:15

With demand for data centers, infrastructure and heavy industry soaring, how can businesses choose the most effective carbon capture technologies to reduce emissions without sacrificing growth?

Join top innovators and decision-makers for a deep-dive discussion navigating the next era of carbon capture technologies.
Discuss the strategies for deploying these technologies at scale to meet sustainability goals without disrupting operations.
Gain insider knowledge of how business leaders are selecting the most viable solutions to save costs and unlock business opportunities.

Track 4

AI & Digitalization

14:00 - 15:00

AI is revolutionizing the energy sector – and CCUS is no exception. From optimizing storage to reducing risks, AI is unlocking unprecedented operational efficiencies for the sector. This discussion dives into the transformative power of AI and how it can revitalize the sector.

Discover how AI is driving costs and improving efficiencies in CCUS, and how are leading industry players leveraging AI within their business?
Exploring strategies to integrate AI into y CCUS operations, gain expert perspectives on turning innovation into tangible industry growth.
Join a high-impact discussion to uncover how AI can propel CCUS forward.

15:15 - 16:15

This discussion will focus on how investors and researchers can leverage AI’s full potential to drive CCUS investments, deployment and innovation.

Discover how predictive analytics, automation, and AI-driven modeling can unlock new funding opportunities.
Explore where R&D and venture capital intersect to accelerate AI-driven CCUS technologies, from concept to commercialization.
Uncover key trends and define AI’s next steps in reshaping the future of CCUS investment and technology.

Track 1

Carbon Markets

14:00 - 15:00

A strong, sustainable carbon market requires international alignment, market integrity, and decisive action. What lessons can Canada take from global success stories to strengthen its own carbon trading ecosystem? This interactive discussion examines the strategies that work, the partnerships that matter, and the actions that drive lasting impact.

Gain insights from success stories from around the world and what leading nations are doing to ensure carbon markets remain resilient and effective.
Discover the power of partnerships and how global collaboration is key to maintaining carbon commodity value, boosting trust, and reinforcing credit integrity.
Take home actionable next steps on how project developers and investors can strengthen market confidence and bring impactful projects online.

Track 2

Capital & Finance

14:00 - 15:00

Securing strong, sustainable funding is essential for scaling CCUS projects worldwide. But how can international partners collaborate to drive investment and accelerate CCS industry growth?

Engage in a meaningful discussion on how global financial markets and policy frameworks can support CCUS expansions.
Exploring how industry can de-risk investment and how industry is finding solutions for mitigating financial uncertainty and creating scalable, bankable CCUS projects?

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Making CCS Investable: Insights from Real Projects Across Power, Waste and Industry

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Making CCS Investable: Insights from Real Projects Across Power, Waste and Industry

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Open Access Wabamun Carbon Hub Development Journey

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Open Access Wabamun Carbon Hub Development Journey

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Presentation by Pathways Alliance

Presentation by Pathways Alliance

Presentation by Baker Hughes

Presentation by Baker Hughes

Learnings from a Decade of Operations at SaskPower

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Learnings from a Decade of Operations at SaskPower

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Induced Seismicity Requirements for Fluid Disposal in Alberta

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Induced Seismicity Requirements for Fluid Disposal in Alberta

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Presentation by Pathways Alliance

Presentation by Pathways Alliance

Presentation by Baker Hughes

Presentation by Baker Hughes

Leveraging CCS to Generate New Revenue Streams & Decarbonize an Industry

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Leveraging CCS to Generate New Revenue Streams & Decarbonize an Industry

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Presentation by SLB

Presentation by SLB

To be Announced

To be Announced

Carrots, Sticks & Carbon: A Comparative Economic Case Study of Carbon Transport & Storage

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Carrots, Sticks & Carbon: A Comparative Economic Case Study of Carbon Transport & Storage

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Leading The Way on Low Carbon Power - Entropy iCCS TurbineTM

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Leading The Way on Low Carbon Power - Entropy iCCS TurbineTM

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Mega Columns – Where Challenges Find Solutions

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Mega Columns – Where Challenges Find Solutions

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Presentation by WSP

Presentation by WSP

Lessons Learned from BASF OASE® blue Technology Operations

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Lessons Learned from BASF OASE® blue Technology Operations

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To be Announced

To be Announced

CO2TruTM – A Breakthrough in Post Combustion Carbon Capture

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CO2TruTM – A Breakthrough in Post Combustion Carbon Capture

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Presentation by Pathways Alliance

Presentation by Pathways Alliance

Updated for MHI KM CDR Process™

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Updated for MHI KM CDR Process™

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Presentation by Geofirma

Presentation by Geofirma

Carbon Capture 101

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Carbon Capture 101

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Partnership with Suncor and Cenovus for Enhancing the Efficiency of the Amine Process

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