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Canada almost froze—here’s what saved it // Greg Caldwell

In January 2024, temperatures in Alberta dropped to -50°C. The electricity grid sent out alerts. Demand skyrocketed. So what kept homes warm?

Stewart Muir is joined by Greg Caldwell, Director of Policy and Advocacy at ATCO Gas, for an inside look at the cold snap that put Canada's energy system to the test.

They break down the physics of energy delivery, why batteries can't replace pipelines, and what the rest of the world can learn from this chilling wake-up call.

🎧 You’ll learn:
 • What really happened during Alberta’s January energy crunch
 • Why natural gas played a critical role — and what that means for climate goals
 • The global consequences of Canada saying “no” to LNG

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Power Struggle is piecing together a holistic view of the modern energy landscape.

Host Stewart Muir is inviting guests from industry, climate science, and government to engage in stimulating, honest, and personal conversations to uncover the reality of modern energy.

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STEWART MUIR

Stewart Muir is an award-winning journalist, historian, filmmaker, and conservationist with over 20 years of experience covering the energy sector. He is the founder of Resource Works, promoting responsible resource development in Canada; Headwaters Strategy, a public relations agency; and Tersa Earth Innovations, a synthetic bio company restoring acid lakes in Canada.

As a contributing author to the award-winning book The Sea Among Us, Muir has delved into the natural and human history of British Columbia’s Strait of Georgia.

Through Power Struggle, Stewart engages experts in honest, fact-based, and non-partisan conversations about the energy sector. With decades of leadership in energy dialogue, he aims to provide audiences with a clear, objective view of modern energy by fostering curiosity and inclusivity.