REDEVELOP Challenge 2021

VIRTUAL CONFERENCE SCHEDULE May 10-12, 2021

Training ’s future leaders in low-carbon energy … .

… because Canada’s energy sector is changing.

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REDEVELOP.CA

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Training across disciplines, distance and cultures.

We Acknowledge the traditional territories of the people of the Treaty 7 region in Southern , which includes:

the Siksika, the Piikani, the Kainai, the Tsuut’ina,

and the Stoney Nakoda , including:

the Chiniki, the Bearspaw, and the Wesley First Nations.

Calgary is also home to the Metis Nation of Alberta Region III

"Success comes from a combination of perseverance and having the right attitude." Chief Jim Boucher

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Welcome

On behalf of our interdisciplinary team from the Universities of Calgary, Alberta, Toronto, Waterloo, and Western Ontario, I am pleased to welcome you to our 4th annual REDEVELOP Challenge. This is our 2nd conference using a virtual platform in this time of change in the energy-sector and during a global pandemic. REDEVELOP brings people together to work across disciplines, distance and cultures. Our collaborators from industry, government and Indigenous communities may have noticed that we rebranded last year, from a focus on the responsible development of low-permeability hydrocarbon resources to that of low-carbon energy resources; an adaptation to change. This week, you will hear from four innovative, multi-university teams of graduate students who will ask you to consider how this next generation of science, engineering and policy leaders will think about energy.

Since 2017, we have trained 83 students at the graduate and undergraduate levels. REDEVELOP training is based on effective communication and holistic problem-solving using a range of tools. Communication can take many forms. This week, 20 graduate students will demonstrate their ability to deliver scientific and socio-economic facts, as well as cultural and political views, to a range of audiences. They will do this effectively using verbal, written, pictorial and animated platforms. In order to achieve these skillsets, they have undergone not only technical training, but also industrial- organization psychology and Indigenous relations and engagement. To date, 30 REDEVELOP grads have completed their academic programs and are working in their chosen field in Canada and around the world. Four have gone on to doctoral studies. Fifty have completed internships and more than 50 have published peer-reviewed journal articles. The significance of internships can be hands-on experience and jobs after graduation, while publications are the path to sharing knowledge and changing the world.

I would like to express our sincere thanks to the many industry and government collaborators and Indigenous elders who showed outstanding support and patience in their mentorship of this year's teams. Dr. David Eaton Chair of REDEVELOP

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Conference Schedule Monday, May 10

9:00 – 9:30 AM Welcome to The REDEVELOP Challenge by Prof. David Eaton Land Acknowledgment Moderator: Shelley Alexander, MSc Student – U. Calgary

9:30 – 10:00 Introduce CCUS Team, Presentation (20 min), Video (90 s).

10:00 – 10:40 Dragon’s Den (2 rounds of Q&A). Each Dragon will have 5 min per round (30 min). Questions from the audience (10 min).

10:40 – 11:00 Health Break

11:00 – 11:30 Moderator: Mark Mlella, PhD Student – U. Alberta Introduce LNG Team, Presentation (20 min), Video (90 s).

11:30 – 12:10 PM Dragon’s Den (2 rounds of Q&A). Each Dragon will have 5 min per round (30 min). Questions from the audience (10 min).

12:10 – 12:40 Health Break

12:40 – 1:15 Moderators: Dr. David Eaton & Dr. Jennifer Winter Energy Champ Panel - Repurposed Value in the Energy Sector with: Mark Taylor, Anne Halladay, Juli Rohl, Brad Hayes & Mike Johnson

1:15 – 1:45 Trivia Challenge & Day 1 Closing Remarks

1:45 – 2:00 Health Break

2:00 – 3:00 Advisory Committee Meeting (Breakout Room) David Eaton, Celia Kennedy, Steven Saddleback, Jérôme Marty, Sara

Hastings-Simon, Fiona Salkie, Evangeline Eldridge, and Mark Mlella

Teams Only Dry Runs for Day 3 3:15 – 3:45 Team 1: CCUS 4:00 – 4:30 Team 2: LNG

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Conference Schedule Tuesday, May 11

9:00 – 9:15 AM Welcome to The REDEVELOP Challenge by Assoc. Prof. Jennifer Winter Land Acknowledgment

9:15 – 9:30 Industrial/Organizational Psychology Talk by Samantha Jones & Leah Pezer, PhD Students – U. Calgary Moderator: Bezawit Haile, PhD Student – U. Toronto

9:30 – 10:00 Introduce GT Team, Presentation (20 min), Video (90 s).

10:00 – 10:40 Dragon’s Den (2 rounds of Q&A). Each Dragon will have 5 min per round (30 min). Questions from the audience (10 min).

10:40 – 11:00 Health Break

11:00 – 11:30 Moderator: Evangeline Eldridge, MSc Student – U. Calgary Introduce H2 Team, Presentation (20 min), Video (90 s).

11:30 – 12:10 PM Dragon’s Den (2 rounds of Q&A). Each Dragon will have 5 min per round (30 min). Questions from the audience (10 min).

12:10 – 12:40 Health Break

12:40 – 2:40 Dragons to Breakout Challengers to Breakout Room x Room for for ITP Metrics Workshop

x DELIBERATION Teams complete reflective v I/O Psychology module

2:40 – 3:00 Awards & Wrap Up

Teams Only Dry Runs for Day 3 3:15 – 3:45 Team 3: GT 4:00 – 4:30 Team 4: H2

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Conference Schedule Wednesday, May 12

9:00 – 9:10 AM Welcome by Prof. David Eaton

9:10 – 9:55 Energy Law Talk by Prof. Allan Ingelson, LLM Open to the public; part of Challengers' training.

9:55 – 10:00 Health Break

Welcome to High School Students by Dr. Celia Kennedy 10:00 – 10:20 Land Acknowledgment

10:20 – 10:35 Ground Rules for the Day by HQP Leadership Team

10:35 – 11:05 Team 1, Introductions, Presentation, Video, Trivia

11:05 – 11:15 PM Q & A and Break

11:15 – 11:45 Team 2, Introductions, Presentation, Video, Trivia

11:45 – 11:55 Q & A and Break

11:55 – 12:25 PM Team 3, Introductions, Presentation, Video, Trivia

12:25 – 12:35 Q & A and Break

12:35 – 1:05 Team 4, Introductions, Presentation, Video, Trivia

1:05 – 1:15 Q & A and Break

1:15 – 1:25 Trivia Prizes to High School Students

1:25 – 1:40 Indigenous Student Access Program (ISAP) by Reagan Markwell, U.Calgary Writing Symbols Lodge

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The Dragons

Dr. Sara Hastings-Simon a Senior Researcher at the Payne Institute for Public Policy at the Colorado School of Mines. She is a macro energy system researcher and an expert in energy, innovation, and climate policy; her research is focused on understanding how energy and industrial transitions happen within different sectors of the economy, and how policy responses can improve outcomes. Sara is co-founder and co-host of Energy vs Climate a webinar and podcast that explores the energy transition in Alberta, Canada, and beyond. She is a Research Fellow at the School of Public Policy at the University of Calgary and a Global Fellow at the Smart Prosperity Institute at the University of Ottawa. She is also an expert member of the panel for Clean Growth with the Canadian Climate Choices Institute and a member of the board of directors of Emissions Reduction Alberta and the Pembina Institute. Previously she was the Director of Clean Economy at the Pembina Institute and founder of Business Renewable Centre Canada. She was also the practice manager for Clean Technologies at McKinsey & Company. Dr. Hastings-Simon holds a PhD in physics from the University of Geneva. Dr. Sara Hastings-Simon

Kevin Krausert, MBA/BSc is the CEO & Co-Founder of Avatar Innovations, a ground-breaking energy innovation and investment firm. Kevin has spent 20 years on the front lines of energy innovation in numerous executive leadership roles in the industry. Starting his career in the energy industry as a roughneck on the oilrigs of Northern Alberta he grew through the ranks until he was Chief Executive of Canada’s oldest drilling company. Leading a major corporation through the disruption of the Canadian energy industry, Kevin has been an articulate and major champion for unlocking the energy transition solutions inside oil and gas for a better future. Kevin holds a Bachelor of Science from McGill University and a Master of Business Administration from the Haskayne School of Business and serves on the steering committees of both the Clean Resource Innovation Network (CRIN) and the Energy Futures Lab (EFL) Kevin Krausert

Jim Boucher, retired chief of the , and Métis community of the Fort McKay First Nation and co-founder and president of the Saa Dene group of companies . A residential school survivor, Jim continues to be one of the most influential Indigenous leaders on a global scale, prescribing that: “Practice and preservation of one's traditional way of life can occur simultaneously alongside continuous and long-term sustainable oil sands development”. Jim’s effective leadership in building relationships with the oil and gas industry and all levels of government nurtured Fort McKay's social and economic strength, facilitated proper consultation and advanced the rights of his community. Jim has been recognized as a leader in both business and governance on numerous occasions, including (but not limited to): the Alberta Order of Excellence in 2020, Canadian Energy Person of the Year by the Energy Council of Canada in 2018, and one of The 50 Most Influential Canadian Business Leaders by Report on Business Magazine, in 2017. Jim also received a Commendation from the Governor General for Outstanding Service in 2016, when the Fort McKay First Nation community fed and sheltered some 5000 wildfire evacuees before the band's 400 residents had to flee themselves. In 1986, Chief Boucher established the Fort McKay Group of Companies and numerous First Nation joint ventures, with a vision of creating employment, building educational opportunities, and economic advancement to improve the community’s standard of living. Under his leadership, FMGOC has grown into one of the most successful First Nation – owned business ventures in Canada, with annual revenues in Jim Boucher excess of $500 million. Similarly, the FMFN has grown into a healthy, vibrant community with almost zero unemployment, and a $65 million trust fund. In 2017, Jim was a driving force behind the FMFN $545 million purchase of 49% of Suncor’s East Tank Farm Development, and in 2020, he created the Saa Dene group, with a focus on Indigenous economic inclusion in the global economy. A supporter of the advancement of Indigenous people, Saa Dene sponsors a long list of education, health and wellness, culture, social and athletics initiatives.

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The Challengers Order in the Dragon’s Den determined by coin toss.

Impact of Alberta Emission Reduction Policies on the Feasibility of CCUS at a Natural 10 Gas Power Plant Team 1 - 9:30 Monday

Feasibility Study of Geothermal Energy Projects in Yukon with Greenhouse Agriculture 13 Team 3 - 9:30 Tuesday

Investigating the Feasibility of Hydrogen to Reduce Diesel Reliance in Remote Communities 16 Team 4 - 11:00 Tuesday

Western Canadian LNG: A Pathway to Global GHG Reduction and 19 Reconciliation Team 2 - 11:00 Monday

Catch us at GeoConvention 2021 at the Indigenous Partnerships in Science Session!

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Impact of Alberta Emission Reduction Policies on the Feasibility of CCUS at a Natural Gas Power Plant

Afsahi, B.1, Ghavidel, A.2, Grimeau, K.N.1, Huang, B.1 and Mustafa, F.1

This study illustrates how current and future carbon management policies, such as carbon pricing and TIER, may impact the addition of a post combustion carbon capture facility to the Cascade power plant and the neighboring Indigenous communities relying on its success. Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS) typically extracts carbon dioxide (CO2) from an emission source for utilization and permanent storage. Cascade is a 900-megawatt (MW) natural gas combined cycle (NGCC) power plant in Alberta supported by the Indigenous Communities Syndicate, comprising six First Nation communities. It is scheduled to be in operation by 2023.

CCUS is an important technology to meet Canada’s Paris Agreement obligation and net-zero ambition by 2050. As current renewable energy sources are insufficient to meet Alberta’s near-term electricity demands, Alberta will continue to rely on fossil- based sources of electricity, such as natural gas for the near to mid-term.

The most significant barrier to CCUS implementation is the high cost associated with carbon capture technology. In this study, the levelized cost of electricity (LCOE) with and without carbon capture is shown to differ by 2.5-3 cents per kWh, assuming no TIER emissions credits are earned. However, as the carbon tax exceeds

$105/tonneCO2, Cascade’s LCOE will be lower with CCUS and TIER (Fig.1). With the current TIER benchmark of 0.37 tCO2/MWh, the LCOE model shows the carbon price needs to be $75/tonneCO2 before it is beneficial to implement CCUS at Cascade, whereas it shows $90/tonneCO2 to make CCS beneficial (Fig.2). This highlights the importance for firm benchmarks within TIER for natural gas electricity generation so that facilities like Cascade can plan ahead accordingly. Rapid changes to the benchmark structure could negatively impact these facilities and their investors. Therefore, clarity and consultation with the electricity facilities is needed before future adjustments take place.

Word Count: 295

FOOTNOTES: 1University of Calgary / 2University of Waterloo

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Figure 1: Graph illustrating the effect that the federal carbon price will have on LCOE at two NGCC facilities (with and without carbon capture, CC) without participation in the TIER system. Therefore, a facility faces the full cost of the carbon price for all emissions.

Figure 2: Graph illustrating base case (NGCC w/out CCS, operating with TIER credits) compared to a NGCC facility with CCS (depleted oil and gas reservoir or saline aquifer disposal) and CCUS (EOR).

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: Authors are scholarship recipients of NSERC CREATE REDEVELOP Grant #386133824. Special thanks to Dr. Maurice Dusseault, Mike Johnson, Dr. Celia Kennedy, and Dr. Jennifer Winter.

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- Kevin Farhana Ali Behnaz Ben

Kevin Grimeau, P.Geo, is working on his MSc in Geochemistry with Prof. Mayer at the University of Calgary. Kevin received his BSc (2014) in Petroleum Geology from U. Calgary and, prior to returning to academia, spent 6 years working as a wellsite geology consultant in Western Canada. Kevin's research interest is: characterizing different shale gas units through the use of isotope analysis and sustainable energy tech, and he is willing to relocate for the right position. Kevin enjoys playing hockey, traveling, and any other activity that gets him outside. Kevin is Co-Project Manager of the CCUS team. Contact Kevin via email: [email protected], or via LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-grimeau-p-geo

Farhana Mustafa, EIT, is working on her MSc in Sustainable Energy Development (SEDV) with Prof. Winter at the University of Calgary. She received her BSc (2013) in Textile Engineering with a concentration on Wet Processing from the University of Textiles, in Bangladesh. Farhana's research interest are green energy and sustainability Farhana has 5 years’ QA/QC experience and one publication to her credit. Farhana is bilingual (English/Bengali*) and she is willing to relocate for the right position. In her spare time, she enjoys reading novels, music and exploring Canada's provincial parks. Contact Farhana via email: [email protected], or via LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/farhanamustafa20

Ali Ghavidel, EIT, is working on his PhD in Geomechanics with Profs. Dusseault and Gracie at the University of Waterloo. He received his MSc in Rock Mechanics (2014) at the University of Tehran, and a BSc (2010) in Mining Engineering from the University of Sistan & Baluchestan, in Iran. Ali's research interest is: coupled thermo-hydro- mechanical (THM) model linked with Organic Rankin Cycle (ORC) for geothermal systems. Ali has 5 years’ industry experience and 16 publications to his credit. Ali is bilingual (English/Persian) and he is willing to relocate for the right position. In his spare time, Ali enjoys cycling, swiming, camping, playing footbal, and watching movies. Contact Ali via email: [email protected], or via LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/ali-ghavidel-60ab0859/

Behnaz Afsahi Lafrenz, P.Eng, is working on her MSc in Sustainable Energy Development (SEDV) with Prof. Winter at the University of Calgary, and also holds an MSc in Chemical & Petroleum Engineering (2006) from U.Calgary. Behnaz has more than a decade of experience working with oil producers and service companies worldwide (Russia, Azerbaijan, France and Canada), often incorporating a variety of environmentally sustainable methods for oil extraction. Behnaz also has an MSc in Biotechnology Engineering (2000) from Sharif University of Technology, and a BSc in Chemical Engineering (1996) from University of Tehran, both in Iran. Behnaz is bilingual (English/Persian). In her spare time, Behnaz volunteers with the Office of Sustainability and is also acting as the Communication Representative for the SEDV society. She also enjoys outdoor activities, swimming, cycling, scuba diving and photography. Behnaz is Co- Project Manager of the CCUS team. Contact Behnaz via email: [email protected] or LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/behnaza

Ben Huang, BA, is working on his MPP in Public Policy with Prof. Winter at the University of Calgary. He received his BA (2020) with a double-major in Economics and Sociology from the Acadia University, in Nova Scotia, completing an undergrad thesis on microcredit policy. Ben is a member of the World University Service of Canada and has completed internships in finance. He is trilingual (English/Chinese/French) and willing to relocate for the right position. In his spare time, Ben volunteers in community and outreach organizations. Contact Ben via email: [email protected], or via LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/benhuang637/

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Feasibility Study of Geothermal Energy Projects in Yukon with Greenhouse Agriculture

Lonn N. Brown1, Gideon G. Choi2, Kimberly D. Markvoort2, Andreas M. Murphy2 and Ali Yaghoubi3

Challenges associated with affordable, nutritious food security for Indigenous communities in Northern Canada have been documented for decades[1]. In cold and remote climates, the limiting factor for economical food production is adequate energy to maintain the temperature, light, and humidity needed for plant growth. Geothermal energy extracted from internal planetary heat is a low-carbon form of energy-on- demand[2]. This work explored the feasibility of greenhouse agriculture supported by geothermal energy to improve food security in Yukon.

A demonstration greenhouse design is provided, and two cases are considered: heating the greenhouse for use year-round, versus a lower-energy version which can grow vegetables for 10-months of the year. A first-order economic feasibility study was completed for the greenhouse; modeling the main sources and sinks of energy and estimating crop yields. The design is shown to become cost competitive versus a diesel heating alternative within 22 years (Figure 1). A comparison of the greenhouse production to the nutritional requirements of three Yukon communities was completed to forecast the impact on community food security. Further, two thermal energy supply cases were considered: one where the borehole for the geothermal ground source heat pump is purpose-drilled, and one where the greenhouse is heated by waste heat from a geothermal power plant. Results indicate that greenhouses attached to a 3-5 MW power plant could provide as many as a million servings of vegetables yearly to nearby communities, while reducing CO2 emissions (Figure 2).

A review of the legislative and regulatory barriers of community-based geothermal projects optimized with greenhouse agriculture was conducted. Additionally, this study completed a review of potential funding sources that could offset initial high capital costs of geothermal energy projects. Further studies are needed to determine if greenhouse agriculture may provide increased social license towards geothermal energy projects.

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FOOTNOTES: 1University of Alberta / 2University of Calgary / 3University of Waterloo

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Figure 1: Yearly Net Profits for four different energy cases. Zero crossings on $0 axis represent ROI terms. Geothermal greenhouses, shown in blue and red, become cost competitive 22 years after construction. Power plant ROI is exclusive of CAPEX for plant. GT GH stands for Geothermal Greenhouse; PP GH = Power plant greenhouse, or a single greenhouse heated by waste heat.

Figure 2: GSHP System CO2 emission reductions for a 10-month yield across three greenhouse locations. Results indicate that reductions in CO2 occur at all locations.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: Authors are scholarship recipients of CREATE REDEVELOP Grant #386133824, a collaborative research and training experience in responsible energy development funded by NSERC. We would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Celia Kennedy, Dr. Jennifer Winter, Jeanine Vany, Dr. Robert Shcherbakov, Chief Sharleen Gale, and all REDEVELOP members for their guidance throughout this project.

REFERENCES: [1] Loring, P. A., & Gerlach, C. S. 2015. Searching for Progress on Food Security in the North American North: A Research Synthesis and Meta-analysis of the Peer-Reviewed Literature. Arctic, 68(3), 283-406. https://doi.org/10.14430/arctic4509 [2] Majorowicz, J., & Grasby, S. E. 2019. Deep geothermal energy in Canadian sedimentary basins VS. Fossils based energy we try to replace - Exergy [KJ/KG] compared”. Renewable Energy, 141,, 256-277. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.renene.2019.03.098

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Lonn Brown is working on his PhD in Geophysics with Prof. van der Baan at the University of Alberta. Prior to returning to academia, Lonn spent 4 years managing the analysis team at the International Seismological Centre in the UK, and taught English in Japan (JET Programme). He received his MSc in Geophysics/Geodynamics (2015) at the University of Victoria, and his BSc in Geophysics (2011) at the University of Alberta. Lonn's current research interests are: noise interferometry, poro-elastic effects, and machine learning. In his free time, Lonn pursues new hobbies with enthusiam - he is currently learning hobby blacksmithing, while keeping up with his long term hobbies of playing guitar, reading, and traveling. Lonn is willing to relocate for the right position. Lonn is the Project Manager of the geothermal team. Contact Lonn via email: [email protected], or via LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lonn-brown-4a37b076/

Gideon Choi is working on his MSc in Sustainable Energy Development (SEDV) with Prof. Winter at the University of Calgary. Gideon received his BSc (20000) in Biochemistry and his B-Ed (2002), both from the U.Calgary. As an experienced teacher (Math/Science/Music), both in Canada and Taiwan, Gideon is versatile in effectively communicating complex topics in a range of disciplines. His research interest is: sustainable production of bioplastics, waste management and bioremediation. Gideon is bilingual (English/Cantonese), and an advocate for inclusivity in education. Gideon enjoys reading, songwriting, performing jazz piano and hiking with his wife and two children. Contact Gideon via email: [email protected], or via LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/gideonchoi

Kimberly Markvoort, P.Geo, is working on her MSc in Sustainable Energy Development (SEDV) with Prof. Winter at the University of Calgary. Kim has 12 years' environmental consulting experience, specializing in hydrogeology, site assessment and remediation. She received her BSc (2007) in Environmental Geoscience from Acadia University in Nova Scotia. Kim returned to academia to better prepare herself to help clients, Indigenous and non-Indigenous, navigate the energy transition, integrating traditional knowledge and western scientific method. Contact Kim via email: [email protected], or via LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-markvoort-22058a60/

Andreas Murphy is working on his MPP, while working as a research assistant for Prof. Winter at the University of Calgary. He received his BComm (2020) at Memorial University of Newfoundland, with a Certificate in Public Policy. Andreas' research interest is in energy and environmental policy. Andreas currently sits on the UCalgary GSA Governance Committee, and is an assoc editor for YYC Policy. Andreas is bilingual (English/French) and he is willing to relocate for the right position. Andreas enjoys traveling, hiking, and volunteers with numerous community groups in a range of capacities. Contact Andreas via email: [email protected], or via LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/andreasmmurphy/

Ali Yaghoubi, EIT, is working on his PhD in Geomechanics/Geophysics with Profs. Dusseault and Leonenko at the University of Waterloo. He received his MSc in Geophysics (2012) at Stanford University, in the US. Ali also has an MSc in Rock Mechanics (2007) from Tarbiat Modares University, and a BSc (2004) in Mining Engineering from Shahroud University, both in Iran. Ali's research uses an interdisciplinary approach to developing a framework for probabilistic injection-induced fault slip assessment. Ali has 10 years' industry experience and 12 publications to his credit. Ali is bilingual (English/Persian) and he is willing to relocate for the right position. In addition to traveling, Ali enjoys mountain-climbing, long-distance running and reading Persian poetry. Contact Ali via email: [email protected], or via LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/yaghoubiali

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Investigating the Feasibility of Hydrogen to Reduce Diesel Reliance in Remote Communities

Fong, M.1, JalilPour, S.1, Wallace, C.1, Wu, P. S.2 and Zeinabady, D.1

As Canada looks to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, hydrogen is considered to be a viable replacement for fossil fuels[1,2]. When produced through electrolysis from renewable energy, hydrogen is a zero-emission fuel source and utilized in a fuel-cell to create electricity[3]. This study explored wind energy to generate hydrogen power for remote communities in Nunavut, where aging-diesel generators are the principal source of electricity[4]. While the Nunavummiut people residing in these communities are accustomed to limited accessibility during the winter, consistent access to reliable and affordable energy is essential for survival.

A techno-economic model was developed for a wind-hydrogen coupled project for the communities of Rankin Inlet, Iqaluit, Baker Lake, Whale Cove, and Sanikiluaq. These communities were selected based on their daily electricity demand, proximity to water and potential to produce energy from wind[5]. The calculated levelized cost of electricity (LCOE) is between CAD $0.26 to $0.46/kWh, which in comparison to the current rate of electricity[6] (CAD $0.59 to $0.91/kWh) in these communities is significantly lower (Figure 1). Moreover, diesel-fired electricity rates have increased by 25% in the last decade[7], and are expected to continue on this trend. Whereas wind-hydrogen rates are expected to drop by about 60% (Figure 2)[8,9]. By comparing the current rate of electricity with the future of electricity generated from hydrogen, it can be concluded that wind-hydrogen projects are favourable.

Nunavut’s Independent Power Producer (IPP) program would support community- owned large-scale renewable energy projects; however, this program is still in development and the final details of the IPP program have not been released[10,11]. Based on a comparative analysis of existing IPP programs in Alaska and Canadian jurisdictions, this study attempts to inform the Government of Nunavut of the approach that should be taken to allow for the installation of a wind-hydrogen coupled project in Nunavut communities. Word Count: 301

FOOTNOTES: 1University of Alberta / 2University of Calgary / 3University of Waterloo REFERENCES: [1] Michael Liebreich, “Liebreich: Separating Hype from Hydrogen – Part One: The Supply Side | BloombergNEF,” BloombergNEF, 08-Oct-2020. [Online]. Available: https://about.bnef.com/blog/liebreich-separating-hype-from-hydrogen-part-one-the-supply-side/. [Accessed: 29-Mar-2021]. [2] M. A. Rosen and S. Koohi-Fayegh, “The prospects for hydrogen as an energy carrier: an overview of hydrogen energy and hydrogen energy systems,” Energy, Ecology and Environment, vol. 1, no. 1. Joint Center on Global Change and Earth System Science of the University of Maryland and Beijing Normal University, pp. 10–29, 01-Feb-2016. [3] Senate of Canada, “Standing Senate Committee on Energy, the Environment and Natural Resources Powering Canada’s Territories.” [4] Natural Resources Canada, Hydrogen Strategy of Canada. 2020. [5] Government of Canada, “Remote Communities Energy Database | Natural Resources Canada,” 2018. [Online]. Available: https://atlas.gc.ca/rced-bdece/en/index.html. [Accessed: 19-Feb-2021]. [6] QULLIQ ENERGY CORPORATION, “QULLIQ ENERGY CORPORATION 2018/19 General Rate Application,” 2017. [7] Hydrogen Council, “The Hydrogen Council - An Introduction,” 2019. [Online]. Available: https://hydrogencouncil.com/en/. [Accessed: 29-Mar- 2021]. [8] Government of Canada, “RETScreen,” 01-Mar-2021. [Online]. Available: https://www.nrcan.gc.ca/maps-tools-and-publications/tools/modelling- tools/retscreen/7465. [Accessed: 19-Mar-2021]. [9] Alvaro Luis Hernandez Torres, “Cost approach for Hydrogen production by Electrolysis (PEM Technology). | LinkedIn,” 29-Jun-2019. [Online]. Available: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/cost-approach-hydrogen-production-electrolysis-pem-hernandez-torres/. [Accessed: 29-Mar-2021].

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Figure 1. The summary of results for the selected communities showing the comparison of current electricity price and the LCOEs generated from wind-hydrogen, as well as the trajectory of wind- hydrogen electricity cost at 2030. The communities were selected based on their annual electricity demand to show the benefits of wind-hydrogen regardless of the size of the community.

Figure 2. The comparison of historical electricity rates generated from diesel with the future cost of electricity generated from hydrogen. The data of Rankin Inlet is presented here as an example.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: We gratefully acknowledge funding through the Natural Science and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC), and the knowledge made available through the Indian Resources Council Inc. Special thanks to, Dr. Celia Kennedy, Dr. Amin Ghanizadeh, Dr. Jennifer Winter, Dr. Sara Hastings-Simon, Dr. David Layzell, Dr. Tim Weis, Dr. JP Pinard, Dr. Blake Shaffer, Mark Taylor, Steven Piepgrass, and Greg Caldwell. Authors are recipients of NSERC CREATE ReDeveLoP Program under Grant #386133824

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Meagan Chris Sora Phyllis Danial

Meagan Fong is working on her MSc in Sustainable Energy Development (SEDV) with Prof. Winter at the University of Calgary. Meagan completed a double-major in 2018, receiving a BCom in Finance and a BA in French from the University of Calgary. Meagan has broad research interests: integrating sustainable initiatives in economic, environmental and energy policies, both in Canada and abroad. Meagan is bilingual (English/French) and she is willing to relocate for the right position. In her spare time, Meagan is Treasurer of the on-campus SEDV Society and enjoys running, hiking and baking. Meagan is one of the Project Managers for the H2 team. Contact Meagan via email: [email protected], or via LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/meagan-fong-71a675b1/

Chris Wallace, P.Geo, is working on his MSc in Sustainable Energy Development (SEDV) with Prof. Winter at the University of Calgary with a strong focus on hydrogen and the emerging energy transition. Chris has more than a decade of experience working with numerous national and multi-national companies to streamline and increase productivity of their energy assets. He received his BSc (2002) in Geology from the University of Calgary. In his spare time, Chris volunteers with the Office of Sustainability and enjoys cycling, climbing, skiing and other adventures with his family. Chris is one of the Project Managers for the H2 team Contact Chris via email: [email protected], or via LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/chris-wallace-/

Soghra (Sora) Jalilpour, PhD, working on her MPP in Public Policy with Prof. Winter at the University of Calgary. She received her PhD in Electrochemistry (2019) from the University of Ottawa, completing her research at NRC. Her PhD thesis focused on addressing issues regarding the development of Direct Methanol Fuel Cells. Sora has an MSc in Inorganic Chemistry (2008) from Isfahan University of Technology, and a BSc in Chemistry (2004) from Kashan University, both from Iran. Sora's current research interest is in energy and environmental policy. Sora has 6 years’ teaching experience and has 8 publications to her credit. Sora is bilingual (English/Persian) and she is willing to relocate for the right position. In her spare time, Sora enjoys personal fitness, biking and watercolor painting. Contact Sora via email: [email protected], or via LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/sjalilpour

Phyllis Shin-Yu Wu is working on her MASc in Civil Engineering with Prof. Grasselli at the University of Toronto. Phyllis was born in Toronto and raised in Taipei, Taiwan, where she received her BSE (2020) in Civil Engineering from National Taiwan University (NTU), with a specialization in Wood Construction. Phyllis's research interests are broad. She worked as an NTU research assistant on bone-inspired structure simulation, produced a short video on environmental conservation/sustainability (https://youtu.be/Nz2M-x6i3CA), and more recently is focused on machine learning. Phyllis is bilingual (English/Mandarin) and she is currently learning Japanese. In her spare time, she enjoys outdoor activities, music (piano/violin/guitar) and cooking. Contact Phyllis via email: [email protected], or via LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/phyllis-wu

Danial Zeinabady, EIT, is working on his PhD in Petroleum Engineering with Prof. Clarkson at the University of Calgary. He received his MSc in Petroleum/Reservoir Engineering (2014) at the University of Tehran, and a BSc (2012) in Petroleum Engineering from the Petroleum University of Technology, both in Iran. Danial's research interest are: well testing, unconventional reservoirs and hydraulic fracture modeling. Danial has 5 years' industry experience and has 4 publications to his credit. Danial is bilingual (English/Persian) and he is willing to relocate for the right position. In his free time, he enjoys running, hiking and travelling. Contact Danial via email: [email protected], or via LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/danial-zeinabady

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Western Canadian LNG: A Pathway to Global GHG Reduction and Reconciliation

Deborah Esquivias1, Kienan Marion1, Pengfei Zhao2, Jose Rogelio Hernandez Borbon1, Travis Brookson1.

Western Canada is positioned to play a critical role in exporting liquefied natural gas (LNG) to Asian markets as world energy production transitions to lower-carbon intensity fuels. We assess the feasibility of this role using a case study if Japan replaces its electricity generation coal feedstock with western Canadian LNG, and review the effect on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions within Canada and globally.

The benefits of LNG must be balanced against socioeconomic, environmental, and cultural costs to Indigenous peoples, who have historically been exploited by Canadian resource development. To ensure mutual benefit from LNG developments to the nearby Haisla Nation (Fig1) for instance, we identified impact mitigation measures around Kitimat, British Columbia (B.C.)1,2,3.

Using available life-cycle assessments, we found that a Japan power generation feedstock transition from coal to Canadian LNG could result in GHG emissions reduction of up to 512 kilograms of carbon dioxide equivalent per megawatt- hour4,5,6,7,8 (Fig2). Total coal use phase-out in Japan could result in annual global net GHG emissions reductions exceeding 130 MtCO2-eq.

However, LNG export can be viewed as incongruent with B.C.’s GHG reduction goals as the entirety of the LNG Canada project will generate additional annual emissions 7,9 of 16 MtCO2-eq (~40% of B.C.’s 2030 emissions target) . These emissions can be reduced by up to 7.2 MtCO2-eq with project electrification and carbon capture and storage in northeastern B.C.10,11. Decarbonizing other emission-intensive sectors could also offset the new emissions created by LNG Canada. LNG Canada’s success in policy and community relations can serve as a model for future western Canadian LNG developments, allowing for the benefit of lower-carbon fuels to be shared locally and globally.

By aligning policies and resources, our research shows that LNG could be a pathway to economic reconciliation for Indigenous peoples while contributing to global climate change mitigation.

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FOOTNOTES: 1University of Calgary / 2University of Toronto

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Figure 1. Map of Kitimat, B.C. showing the route and export facility of LNG Canada, as well as the communities surrounding the area, particularly the Kitimaat People of the upper Douglas Channel and the Kitlope People of the upper Princess Royal Channel and Gardner Canal that comprise the Haisla Nation12.

Figure 2. To directly compare different sources of electricity, we consider both coal and LNG in terms of equivalent functional units [kg CO2-eq/MWh] of energy generated at a power plant. Getting the difference between the life-cycle emissions of coal and LNG, we estimate that global GHG emissions from Japanese power generation can be reduced by 405 kg CO2-eq/MWh by replacing coal feedstock with Canadian LNG4,5,6,7,8. This reduction can be as much as 512 kg CO2-eq/MWh if the maximum life-cycle emissions from coal are used. This figure is modified by authors.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: Authors are scholarship recipients of CREATE ReDeveLoP Grant #386133824, a collaborative research and training experience in responsible energy development funded by the Natural Science and Engineering Research Council (NSERC). We gratefully acknowledge the support and guidance extended by the Indian Resources Council, Inc., Dr. Jennifer Winter, Dr. Celia Kennedy, Dr. Mirko van der Baan, Dr. Brad Hayes, Haisla Chief Councillor Crystal Smith, and the entire ReDeveLoP team.

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REFERENCES: [1] First Nations Climate Initiative. 2020. “FNCI Scenario 1 – Net 0 LNG, Carbon Capture and Creating a Low Carbon Economy.” [PowerPoint presentation]. Accessed April 18, 2021. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5dd481f9f626e456b08ec299/t/5e8ca692cdaae05bba857dbf/1586275996766/2020+FNCI+Scenario+1%2C+ 2%2C+3.pdf. [2] JWN Energy. 2020. “Building Trust: Canadian LNG Developers & First Nations.” Canada and the Natural Gas Economy, Special Report 3. https://s3.amazonaws.com/media.dailyoilbulletin.com/pdf/LNG-Special+Report-February+2020_FINAL.pdf. [3] Turner, N.J., Clifton, H., 2009. ““It's So Different Today”: Climate Change and Indigenous Lifeways in British Columbia, Canada.” Global Environmental Change 19, 180–190. http://doi:10.1016/j.gloenvcha.2009.01.005. [4] The Delphi Group. 2013. “LNG Production in British Columbia: Greenhouse Gas Emissions Assessment and Benchmarking”. Accessed on January 19, 2021. [5] Edwards, J. H., Galbally, I. E., Meyer, C. P., & Weeks, I. A. 1996. “Lifecycle Emissions and Energy Analysis of LNG, Oil and Coal.” CSIRO Australia. [6] Hondo, H. 2005. “Life Cycle GHG Emission Analysis of Power Generation Systems: Japanese Case.” Japan Energy, 30: 2042-2056. http://doi:10.1016/j.energy.2004.07.020. [7] LNG Canada. 2014. “LNG Canada Export Terminal: Greenhouse Gas Management Technical Data Report.” Accessed January 19, 2021. https://projects.eao.gov.bc.ca/api/document/5886905ce036fb0105768a9b/fetch/Greenhouse%20Gas%20Management%20Technical%20Data%20 Report.pdf. [8] Sapkota. K. 2017. “Techno-economic and Life Cycle Assessments of Oil Sands Products and Liquefied Natural Gas Supply Chains from Canada to Asia-Pacific and Europe”. University of Alberta. https://era.library.ualberta.ca/items/14244c5f-133b-454b-a175- fc4a69d6bfb9/view/c8d6e393-67ac-4231-890e-d89fd0b7c74d/Sapkota_Krishna_201709_MSc.pdf. [9] British Columbia. 2009. “British Columbia Greenhouse Gas Inventory Report 2007.” Ministry of Environment, July 2009. https://www2.gov.bc.ca/assets/gov/environment/climate-change/data/provincial-inventory/2007/pir-2007-full-report.pdf. [10] Clean Energy BC. 2018. “Electrification of British Columbia: Assessing the Economic and Environmental Benefits of Extensive Electrification in BC.” October 2018. [11] Hartling, A. 2008. “Carbon Capture and Storage in British Columbia.” Geoscience Reports 2008, BC Ministry of Mines and Petroleum Resources, p. 25-31. Accessed February 25, 2021. https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/industry/natural-gas-oil/responsible-oil-gas- development/carbon-capture- storage#:~:text=British%20Columbia%20can%20play%20an,lowering%20global%20greenhouse%20gas%20emissions.&text=Carbon%20capture %20and%20storage%20(CCS,underground%20in%20geological%20rock%20formations. [12] LNG Canada. n.d. “About LNG Canada.” Accessed February 24, 2021. https://www.lngcanada.ca/about-lng-canada/.

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Rogelio Travis Debbie Pengfei Kienan

Rogelio (Roger) Hernández Borbón is working on his MASc in Civil Engineering with Prof. Priest at the University of Calgary. Roger received his B-Eng (2020) in Civil Engineering from Autonomous University, in Mexico, and represented his school as a competitor in the American Concrete Institute Convention (March 2019) in Quebec City. Roger is trilingual (English/Spanish/French) and he is willing to relocate for the right position. In his spare time, Roger enjoys playing football, swimming, Cross-Fit, hiking and camping. Roger is one of the Project Managers for the LNG team. Contact Roger via email: [email protected], or via LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/josé-rogelio- hernández-borbón-b8353a1b9.

Travis Brookson, P.Geol, working on his MSc in Sustainable Energy Development (SEDV) with Prof. Winter at the University of Calgary. Travis has more than a decade of experience working as an exploration geologist in the oil/gas industry in Western Canada and Ontario, involving advisory, management and technical roles. He received his BSc (1996) in Geology from the U.Calgary, with a minor in Geophysics. Travis enjoys academic and community outreach activities; he is a math tutor at his local high school and helps out with the campus SEDV Society. He also enjoys playing squash, biking and hiking with his family. Travis is one of the Project Managers for the LNG team. Contact Travis via email: [email protected], or via LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/travis-brookson-p-geol-704752117/

Deborah Blanca Esquivias, CFA, is is working on her MPP in Public Policy with Prof. Winter at the University of Calgary. Her research interest is in energy and economic policy. Debbie is a CFA® charterholder and received her BSc (2005) in Business Administration from Cesar E.A. Virata School of Business, in the Phillippines. Debbie has more than a decade of industry/government experience in Asia in finance management, investment, economics and cost-benefit analysis. Debbie is bilingual (English/Filipino) and she is willing to relocate for the right position. In her spare time, she organizes various educational events for the CFA Society Calgary, including the Oil and Gas Forecast Breakfast. Debbie is also a competitive figure skater, marathoner, and a doting mom of three. Contact Deborah via email: [email protected], or via LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/debbieesquivias/

Pengfei Zhao, EIT, is working on his PhD in Civil Engineering with Prof. Grasselli and Peterson at the University of Toronto. He received his MASc in Civil Engineering (2016) at the Concordia University, in Montreal, where he used digital image correlation to evaluate plastic shrinkage cracking in cement-based materials, and has one publication to his credit. Pengfei received his B-Eng (2009) in Materials Science & Engineering at Chang'an University, in China, where he also worked as a materials engineer on several construction projects prior to coming to Canada. Pengfei's research interests are: the assessment of geo-materials for use in concrete to reduce CO2 emissions in the cement industry. Pengfei is bilingual (English/Mandarin) and he is willing to relocate for the right position. In his spare time, Pengfei enjoys reading, journaling, and exploring the brutalist architecture in the city. Contact Pengfei via email: [email protected], or via LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/pengfeizhao

Kienan Marion, GIT, is working on her PhD in Geophysics with Prof. Eaton at the University of Calgary. She received her BSc (2014) and MSc (2018), both in Geology, from the University of Western Ontario, and was recognized with CSPG's Best MSc Thesis Award for her sweet-spotting method that combined stratigraphic and petrophysical data to model reservoir quality. Kienan has 3 years' industry experience and 2 publications to her credit. Kienan's research interest involves integrating geophysics and geology, particularly for seismology research and resource play development, and she is willing to relocate for the right position. Kienan is an avid soccer player, runner, and classical pianist, who can also regularly be found playing Dungeons & Dragons. Contact Kienan via email: [email protected], or via LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kienanmarion/

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REDEVELOP Team Members 2021 Team Member Affiliation Email

Shelley Alexander, MSc Student U. Calgary, Geoscience [email protected] REDEVELOP Grad

Nancy Chen, PhD, Professor U. Calgary, Chemical and [email protected] Petroleum Engineering

Christopher R. Clarkson, PhD, Professor U. Calgary, Geoscience [email protected]

Maurice Dusseault, PhD, Professor U. Waterloo, Earth and [email protected] Environmental Sciences

David Eaton, PhD, U. Calgary, Geoscience [email protected] Professor & REDEVELOP Chair

Evangeline Eldridge, MSc Student U. Calgary, Geoscience [email protected] REDEVELOP Grad

Amin Ghanizadeh, PhD, Research Assoc. U. Calgary, Geoscience [email protected]

Giovanni Grasselli, PhD, Professor U. Toronto, Civil and Mineral [email protected] Engineering

Bezawit Haile, PhD Student U. Toronto, Civil and Mineral [email protected] Engineering, REDEVELOP Grad

Allan Ingelson, LLM, Professor U. Calgary, Haskayne Energy [email protected] Management Program/Law

Samantha Jones, PhD Student U. Calgary, Psychology [email protected]

Celia Kennedy, PhD U. Calgary, Geoscience [email protected] REDEVELOP Project Manager

Bernhard Mayer, PhD, Professor U. Calgary, Geoscience [email protected]

Mark Mlella, PhD Student U. Alberta, Physics [email protected] REDEVELOP Grad

Karlis Muehlenbachs, PhD, Professor U. Alberta, Earth and [email protected] Atmospheric Sciences

Thomas O’Neill, PhD, Assoc. Professor U. Calgary, Psychology [email protected] Founder of the ITP Metrics Lab

Leah Pezer, PhD Student U. Calgary, Psychology [email protected]

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Jeffrey Priest, PhD, Professor U. Calgary, Civil Engineering [email protected]

Robert Shcherbakov, PhD, Western U., Earth Sciences [email protected] Assoc. Professor

Mirko Van der Baan, PhD, Professor U. Alberta, Physics [email protected]

Jennifer Winter, PhD, Assoc. Professor U. Calgary, Economics [email protected] (Economics) & Scientific Director (Policy) & School of Public Policy

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Acknowledgments

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