The Energy Shift

CIBC
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A podcast series exploring the latest issues at the intersection of the energy transition and the world of finance.

  1. JAN 16

    Shifting into 2026 - what lies ahead?

    Join CIBC’s Energy Shift hosts, James Wright and Ines Serrao, as they welcome special guest, James Brooks, for an insightful recap of 2025’s most notable developments and compelling data highlights within a rapidly evolving energy sector. The conversation then turns forward, as the trio shares their perspectives and predictions for what’s on the horizon in 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    31 min

  2. 12/08/2025

    The solar coaster continues

    CIBC's Ines Serrao and James Wright discuss the future of solar energy industry with Paul Gaynor, CEO and Co-Founder, and Pete Keel, CFO and Co-Founder of Longroad Energy. They share practical insights on navigating policy changes, capital access, and the evolving demands shaping the clean energy sector. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    23 min

  3. 11/24/2025

    Nuclear’s next act: Scaling up for America’s clean energy future

    With the announcement of CIBC’s pledge to support tripling global energy 2050, hosts Ines Serrao and James Wright are joined by Stephen Comello, Senior Vice-President of Strategic Initiatives at Energy Futures Initiative, to discuss nuclear energy’s pivotal role in America’s clean energy transition, ambitious growth targets, and the key challenges and opportunities ahead for the industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    38 min

  4. 09/15/2025

    Distributed generation: Building momentum and scaling success

    Ines Serrao and James Wright discuss the world of distributed generation and community solar, featuring guest Bret Labadie, CFO of Pivot Energy. They explore growth, unique benefits, and evolving challenges of community solar, and explore how an industry leader is navigating new opportunities and market forces. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    27 min

  5. 08/28/2025

    Unpacking the BBB

    CIBC hosts, James Wright and Ines Serrao, are joined by Ken Young, CEO of Apex Clean Energy, and Todd Alexander, Partner at Norton Rose Fulbright, to discuss the Big Beautiful Bill and initial views on its impact to the Renewable Energy Industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    27 min

  6. 06/23/2025

    A Transitioning Workforce: People, Culture, and Change

    James Wright and Tamara Markus are joined by Dan McCarthy, CEO of One Search, to discuss evolving trends in the recruitment industry. Together, they delve into the workforce landscape, post-pandemic impacts, and the future of diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

    34 min

  7. 06/13/2025

    Wind & Solar — the good, the challenging and the hopeful

    CIBC hosts, James Wright and Ines Serrao, sit down with Michael Rucker, CEO of Scout Clean Energy, to discuss the evolving renewable energy landscape, focusing on the wind, solar, and storage sectors. The conversation explores challenges such as tariff uncertainties, repowering projects, and the potential impacts of changes to clean energy tax credits, while emphasizing the importance of accelerating renewable energy deployment to meet growing electricity demand.

    35 min

  8. 03/28/2025

    Knock, knock. Who's there? It's AI

    Darrel Koo, Director of Analytics at Orennia, joins Luisa Fuentes, Managing Director and Head of Natural Resources and Transition, US Corporate Banking, and James Wright, Managing Director and Head, US Corporate Banking, to explore the transformative impact of AI on energy demand and power infrastructure, highlighting the challenges and opportunities in the evolving landscape of data centers and renewable energy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    34 min
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About

A podcast series exploring the latest issues at the intersection of the energy transition and the world of finance.

Information

  • Creator
    CIBC
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 The Energy Shift
  • Show Website
    The Energy Shift

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