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The Walrus @thewalrus.ca · 27/03/2026

Alberta electricity company Capital Power has successfully lobbied the Mark Carney government to drop clean-energy regulations, clearing the path forward for the development of their gas-powered AI data centre. Journalist Taylor C. Noakes explores: ow.ly/XM7b50Yzsyb

On the left: a close up photograph of Prime Minister Mark Carney. On the right: text that reads “After intense lobbying, Carney allows gas-powered data centres in Alberta. Energy firm pushed federal officials to scale back clean-electricity rules tied to AI sector.”

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Alison Creekside @alisoncreekside.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

"Prior to his appointment as chief executive of Capital Power, Dey worked for the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPPIB), where he served as Managing Director, Head of Energy & Resources." lol CPPIB is heavily invested in development of US fossil fuels as new power sources for AI

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