The Energy Transition: A panel discussion with industry leaders

The Energy Transition: A Panel Discussion with Industry Leaders

Transitioning to a sustainable energy supply is the ultimate enabler for a better tomorrow. Join CEP Toronto for an insightful panel discussion featuring leaders from key public and private stakeholders in the energy industry. This event will delve into the challenges and opportunities of the energy transition, exploring innovative solutions and strategies to achieve a sustainable future.

Speakers: This event will bring the perspectives of a variety of leaders in the energy transition from both the public and private domain.

Mark Winfield, York University

• Mark is a Professor of Environmental and Urban Change at York University. He is also Co-Chair of the Faculty's Sustainable Energy Initiative, and Coordinator of the Joint Master of Environmental Studies/Juris Doctor program offered in conjunction with Osgoode Hall Law School. He has published articles, book chapters and reports on a wide range of climate change, environment and energy law and policy topics. He is co-editor of Sustainable Energy Transitions in Canada (UBC Press 2023).

Giselle De Grandis, Hydro One

• Giselle is Program Manager of myEnergy Rewards, Hydro One’s voluntary residential demand response program, and leads the team scaling it into a virtual power plant that can respond to real-time grid conditions by dispatching customer-sited distributed energy resources (DERs). Over 25,000 households have enrolled their smart thermostats and electric vehicles since the program launched in May 2023, earning incentives in exchange for allowing Hydro One to shift their energy usage at times of peak demand. Giselle is passionate about utility leadership in the energy transition. A policy master’s graduate with over a decade of experience in clean energy and transportation policy, she holds a BA from the University of Pennsylvania, an MSc from Erasmus University Rotterdam and a professional certificate from Yale University in Financing and Deploying Clean Energy. Giselle mentors emerging climate entrepreneurs as part of the City of Toronto’s Women4ClimateTO program.

Diego Mandelbaum, Creative Energy

• Diego is a leader with an unwavering commitment to fostering a zero carbon future. As the Senior Vice President of Development at Creative Energy, he is at the forefront of creating innovative low-carbon community energy solutions that play a pivotal role to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions. With a unique blend of business acumen and engineering expertise, he leverages his technical knowledge and commercial insights to forge meaningful, long-term partnerships, all aimed at developing renewable district energy infrastructure throughout North America. Before joining Creative Energy, Diego served as a Managing Principal at Stantec, where he co-led a team of over 300 professionals contributing to the design and creation of world-class buildings. He holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of British Columbia and a Certificate in Alternative Investments from Harvard Business School.

What Participants Will Gain: Attendees will leave with a deeper understanding of the current landscape and future trends in sustainable energy. You’ll gain valuable insights from industry experts, and practical knowledge to apply in your own work, study, or beliefs. You will also be left inspired to drive change within your community. Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your professional network by connecting with like-minded individuals who are passionate about shaping a sustainable future.

Key Highlights:

• Expert Insights: Hear from industry leaders about the latest trends and developments in sustainable energy and the energy transition.
• Interactive Q&A: Engage with the panelists during a live Q&A session.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with professionals and thought leaders in the energy sector.

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a critical conversation on the future of energy. Reserve your spot today and join us in shaping a sustainable tomorrow.