Dan Balaban, Exposing the Realities: Navigating the Storm of Renewable Energy Politics

In today’s episode, host Tyler Chisholm is joined by Dan Balaban, co-founder and CEO of Greengate, to discuss the complexities and challenges of the renewable energy industry in Alberta. Dan brings to the table a deep understanding of the industry coupled with personal anecdotes, including his family's history as Holocaust survivors, to emphasize the importance of societal values and the need not to take the good life in Canada for granted. The two discuss the impact of political polarization on energy initiatives and the pressing need for a collaborative and realistic approach toward setting net-zero targets. Dan also explores Alberta's unique position to host data centres due to its stable geography and climate, as well as the balance needed between oil, gas, and renewable energies.

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Host links:

Tyler’s website: https://www.tylerchisholm.com

Tyler’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tylerchisholm

Guest links:

Dan Balaban’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-balaban-15187863

Greengate’s Website: https://www.greengatepower.com

Greengate’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/greengate-power-corp.

Greengate’s Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/powergreengate

Greengate’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greengatepower

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