Episodes

  • Ep 70: Bill C-39 targets one-year federal project decisions while amending multiple environmental…

    Ep 70: Bill C-39 targets one-year federal project decisions while amending multiple environmental…
    Sep 28 2026
    Environmental Intelligence 🔬 Environmental Intelligence — Canadian Environmental Professional Briefing Bill C-39 targets one-year federal project decisions while amending multiple environmental statutes. Executive Summary: Ottawa's Bill C-39 proposes accelerated project approvals but includes over 300 clauses amending laws on species at risk, water quality and fisheries. Alberta's leaked plans involve new Crown corporations for data centres and gas pipelines. ... Sources: cbc.ca · thetyee.ca AI Disclosure: This podcast is curated by Patrick but uses AI-generated voice synthesis for audio production. 📝 Full show notes, transcript & sources: read the episode page 🌐 Part of the Nerra Network — explore every show at nerranetwork.com.
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    7 mins
  • Ep 69: Canada-US trade developments are altering supply-chain emissions calculations for projects…

    Ep 69: Canada-US trade developments are altering supply-chain emissions calculations for projects…
    Sep 21 2026
    Environmental Intelligence 🔬 Environmental Intelligence — Canadian Environmental Professional Briefing Canada-US trade developments are altering supply-chain emissions calculations for projects spanning the border. Executive Summary: Analysis shows the Canada-US trade war is affecting supply-chain emissions reporting across multiple project types. Waterloo Region researchers advanced safer renewable energy storage methods with direct relevance to grid applications. ... AI Disclosure: This podcast is curated by Patrick but uses AI-generated voice synthesis for audio production. 📝 Full show notes, transcript & sources: read the episode page 🌐 Part of the Nerra Network — explore every show at nerranetwork.com.
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    7 mins
  • Ep 68: Alberta's new wetland drainage rules draw conservationist concern and producer praise.

    Ep 68: Alberta's new wetland drainage rules draw conservationist concern and producer praise.
    Sep 14 2026
    Environmental Intelligence 🔬 Environmental Intelligence — Canadian Environmental Professional Briefing Alberta's new wetland drainage rules draw conservationist concern and producer praise. Executive Summary: Alberta introduced updated wetland drainage rules that balance agricultural needs against habitat protection. The British Columbia northern spotted owl situation highlights ongoing Species at Risk Act considerations for habitat orders. ... AI Disclosure: This podcast is curated by Patrick but uses AI-generated voice synthesis for audio production. 📝 Full show notes, transcript & sources: read the episode page 🌐 Part of the Nerra Network — explore every show at nerranetwork.com.
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    7 mins
  • Ep 67: Canada's mining sector faces new attention on embedded carbon costs that could affect…

    Ep 67: Canada's mining sector faces new attention on embedded carbon costs that could affect…
    Sep 7 2026
    Environmental Intelligence 🔬 Environmental Intelligence — Canadian Environmental Professional Briefing Canada's mining sector faces new attention on embedded carbon costs that could affect project approvals and compliance planning. Executive Summary: Mining developments carry unaccounted carbon liabilities that intersect with existing provincial and federal emissions frameworks. Flood damage in Nova Scotia highlights ongoing infrastructure resilience gaps after extreme weather. ... AI Disclosure: This podcast is curated by Patrick but uses AI-generated voice synthesis for audio production. 📝 Full show notes, transcript & sources: read the episode page 🌐 Part of the Nerra Network — explore every show at nerranetwork.com.
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    7 mins
  • Ep 66: Ontario critics charge Ford government with leveraging trade pressures to roll back green…

    Ep 66: Ontario critics charge Ford government with leveraging trade pressures to roll back green…
    Aug 31 2026
    Environmental Intelligence 🔬 Environmental Intelligence — Canadian Environmental Professional Briefing Ontario critics charge Ford government with leveraging trade pressures to roll back green policies. Executive Summary: Ontario environmental advocates flag risks to existing green policy frameworks from trade-related manoeuvring. Saskatchewan saw Environment Canada confirm a tornado near Kelso amid extreme weather. ... AI Disclosure: This podcast is curated by Patrick but uses AI-generated voice synthesis for audio production. 📝 Full show notes, transcript & sources: read the episode page 🌐 Part of the Nerra Network — explore every show at nerranetwork.com.
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    6 mins
  • Ep 65: Alberta oil sands alliance sets late 2027 target for Pathways carbon capture investment…

    Ep 65: Alberta oil sands alliance sets late 2027 target for Pathways carbon capture investment…
    Aug 24 2026
    Environmental Intelligence 🔬 Environmental Intelligence — Canadian Environmental Professional Briefing Alberta oil sands alliance sets late 2027 target for Pathways carbon capture investment decision. Executive Summary: The Pathways alliance announced a late 2027 investment decision target for carbon capture in Alberta's oil sands. Record grizzly bear mortalities were recorded in Alberta in 2024, with 40 bears killed by people and 21 of those by law enforcement. ... AI Disclosure: This podcast is curated by Patrick but uses AI-generated voice synthesis for audio production. 📝 Full show notes, transcript & sources: read the episode page 🌐 Part of the Nerra Network — explore every show at nerranetwork.com.
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    7 mins
  • Ep 64: Alberta county asserts no authority to assess data centre climate pollution under EPEA.

    Ep 64: Alberta county asserts no authority to assess data centre climate pollution under EPEA.
    Aug 17 2026
    Environmental Intelligence 🔬 Environmental Intelligence — Canadian Environmental Professional Briefing Alberta county asserts no authority to assess data centre climate pollution under EPEA. Executive Summary: An Alberta county has declined to evaluate GHG emissions from a proposed data centre, citing lack of jurisdiction under the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act. BC is advancing a three-zone forest land allocation policy without prior First Nations notice. ... AI Disclosure: This podcast is curated by Patrick but uses AI-generated voice synthesis for audio production. 📝 Full show notes, transcript & sources: read the episode page 🌐 Part of the Nerra Network — explore every show at nerranetwork.com.
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    8 mins
  • Ep 63: BC First Nations chiefs call on federal and Alberta governments to halt West Coast pipeline…

    Ep 63: BC First Nations chiefs call on federal and Alberta governments to halt West Coast pipeline…
    Aug 10 2026
    Environmental Intelligence 🔬 Environmental Intelligence — Canadian Environmental Professional Briefing BC First Nations chiefs call on federal and Alberta governments to halt West Coast pipeline advancement. Executive Summary: The Union of British Columbia Indian Chiefs is pressing Ottawa and Alberta to stop West Coast pipeline work, citing accelerated climate impacts and disasters. ... AI Disclosure: This podcast is curated by Patrick but uses AI-generated voice synthesis for audio production. 🎬 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S4xmlM9rFWI 📝 Full show notes, transcript & sources: read the episode page 🌐 Part of the Nerra Network — explore every show at nerranetwork.com.
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    8 mins