Edmonton's Hydrogen Innovation Ecosystem / David Van Den Assem & Iftikhar Huq

Empowering Self‑Reliance in Indigenous Communities / Eugene Lepotak & Inder Pal Singh

In this episode of the Hydrogen 2.0 podcast, host Kessia Kopecky engages with Eugene Lepotak [https://www.linkedin.com/in/eugene-lapotac-729740367/], President of Global Indigenous [https://globalindigenous.ca/], and Inder Pal Singh [https://www.linkedin.com/in/inder-pal-singh-96615a14/], CEO of SBI Bio Energy [https://www.sbibioenergy.com/], to discuss the transformative potential of hydrogen technology for remote and Indigenous communities. They explore the Golu Hydrogen technology, which produces hydrogen on-site from ethanol, and its applications in energy independence, food production, and water access. The conversation emphasizes the importance of self-reliance and the opportunities that exist for Indigenous voices in the energy sector. This episode was recorded on-location at the 2026 Canadian Hydrogen Convention in Edmonton.

Canada in the Global Hydrogen Conversation / Nick Samain & Emelie Wood-Forsberg

In this episode, we speak with the leaders behind the Canadian Hydrogen Convention [https://www.hydrogenexpo.com/] who are bringing Canada’s most influential voices together to explore the trends, pressures, and opportunities shaping the global hydrogen conversation.  Guests: ·        Nick Samain [https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicksamain/], Senior Vice President, North America, DMG Events ·        Emelie Wood-Forsberg [https://www.linkedin.com/in/emelie-w-73aa1783/], Head of Content, DMG Events [https://www.dmgevents.com/] Key topics * Evolution of the Canadian Hydrogen Convention * Themes and Trends in Hydrogen Economy * International Participation and Global Impact * Technological Innovations and Market Activation * Future Outlook and Strategic Goals Resources * Canadian Hydrogen Convention [https://hydrogenexpo.com/] * DMG Events [https://dmgevents.com/]

Lessons from the First Movers / Heidi Hicks & Rebecca Goldsack

What does it actually take to put hydrogen to work in real fleets, not just on paper? Drawing on a long-standing partnership between Diesel Tech Industries and the City of Edmonton, this conversation looks at what was learned by going first, the challenges that had to be worked through, and where the next real opportunities are emerging. GUESTS: ·         Rebecca Goldsack [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-goldsack-03b17a44/], COO, Diesel Tech Industries [https://dtiguardian.com/] ·         Heidi Hicks [https://www.linkedin.com/in/heidi-hicks-34743b6b/], Director, Municipal Fleet Maintenance, City of Edmonton [https://www.edmonton.ca/] HOST: Kessia Kopecky [https://www.linkedin.com/in/kessiakopeckypr/], Communications & Engagement Lead, Edmonton Region Hydrogen Hub kessia@hydrogen.ca hydrogen.ca [https://www.hydrogen.ca/]

The Last Mile / Robin Heijmans & Patrick Cnubben

As Alberta and the Netherlands compare approaches to deployment, the focus turns to what it takes to move hydrogen through "the last mile" — and where collaboration can unlock near-term progress. Robin Heijmans [https://www.linkedin.com/in/robin-heijmans-734260a9/], senior trade officer, hydrogen, with the Consulate General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Vancouver [https://www.netherlandsworldwide.nl/contact/embassies-consulates-general/canada/consulate-general-vancouver], and Patrick Cnubben [https://www.linkedin.com/in/patrick-cnubben-8864b7a/], CEO of Hydrogen Architects, share their perspectives.

Edmonton's Hydrogen Innovation Ecosystem / David Van Den Assem & Iftikhar Huq

Kessia, Dave, and Iftikhar discussed the collaboration between Alberta Innovates and Emissions Reduction Alberta in funding hydrogen innovation projects. They highlighted the seamless transition of projects between the two organizations, with Alberta Innovates supporting early-stage research and Emissions Reduction Alberta funding pilot plants and commercial deployments. The panelists noted that the hydrogen innovation ecosystem has evolved, with a focus on shorter-term, economic opportunities, particularly in transportation. They also emphasized the importance of considering broader emissions reduction and economic viability in project selection. GUESTS: David Van Den Assem- Alberta Innovates david.vandenassem@albertainnovates.ca [david.vandenassem@albertainnovates.ca] Iftikhar Huq- Emissions Reduction Alberta ihuq@eralberta.ca [ihuq@eralberta.ca] HOST: Kessia Kopecky Edmonton GLOBAL http://hydrogen.ca/ [http://hydrogen.ca/]