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Energi Media: Navigating Alberta's energy transition with insightful journalism, strategic advocacy, & community engagement. In-depth interviews, reports, & explainers on economic diversification & the shift to renewables.

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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
When NDP Deputy Leader Rakhi Pancholi said, “Enough is enough. Call an election,” it cut through. After years of messaging that didn’t stick, plain language might finally help organize Alberta’s opposition. #abpoli #cdnpoli #AlbertaPolitics #NDP #UCP
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
From Wildrose firebrand and talk radio host to a tightly managed premier — Danielle Smith today looks very different from 2012. After multiple apologies and an election commissioner’s report mid-campaign, the question is: evolution… or strategy? #abpoli #cdnpoli #Alberta #politics #leadership
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
There’s supply in the market right now. But what about two weeks from now? And what will the quality look like? In heavy crude markets, availability is only half the story — consistency and specs determine the real value. #OilMarkets #energy #crudeoil #commodities #GlobalMarkets
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 02/03/2026
When state power is seen as suppressing dissent, it raises deeper questions about democratic norms. Some worry that escalating polarization in the U.S. could influence politics elsewhere. How resilient are Canada’s institutions? #Democracy #uspoli #cdnpoli #PoliticalCulture #RuleOfLaw
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 01/03/2026
You don’t escalate immediately — but you don’t ignore interference either. If a government keeps testing boundaries and meets no resistance, it keeps pushing. The question isn’t hysteria — it’s whether Canada sets limits early. #abpoli #cdnpoli #CanadaUS #Sovereignty #Geopolitics
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 01/03/2026
Fighting climate change doesn’t have to mean economic sacrifice. It can mean new industries, healthier oceans, permanent carbon removal, and stronger coastal economies. Is this the “win-win-win” strategy Canada should lead on? #EnergyTransition #ClimateInnovation #CarbonRemoval #cdnpoli
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 01/03/2026
The Alberta Prosperity Project openly advocates secession — and even U.S. statehood. Advocacy is legal in Canada, but the path is governed by the Clarity Act. Where’s the line between democratic debate and foreign political influence? #abpoli #cdnpoli #Alberta #CanadianPolitics #ClarityAct
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 01/03/2026
I met Alberta’s current Transportation Minister at the final PC convention — and was told he’d worked on Trump’s campaign. The reason? U.S. operatives didn’t want the tie. So Canadians volunteered. Not a story you hear often in Canadian politics. #cdnpoli #abpoli #uspoli #politics #breaking
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 01/03/2026
While critics defend the status quo, global markets are electrifying. If Canada wants to compete — on trade, manufacturing, and exports — we’ll need lower costs powered by electric technologies. Are we adapting fast enough? #EnergyTransition #Electrification #cdnpoli #IndustrialPolicy #CleanTech
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
A new argument suggests the Trump administration is testing Canada’s political boundaries — including through support for separatist voices. When does influence become interference? And how should Canada respond? #abpoli #cdnpoli #CanadaUS #Sovereignty #Geopolitics
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
Trump’s 2025 National Security Strategy frames the world in great-power spheres, centering the Western Hemisphere and U.S. interests. At Davos, Mark Carney offered a different path — a middle powers alliance in a ruptured world order. #abpoli #GlobalPolitics #USForeignPolicy #cdnpoli #Davos
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
Venezuela’s heavy oil future is up for grabs. With aging upgraders limiting output and diluent-blending strategies needed for export quality, what happens next — diluent supply, blending choices, or upgrading — will matter for global heavy crude flows.
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 28/02/2026
We’re in our 18th year of independent journalism — built from the early days of online media. If you value deep energy and climate reporting, like, subscribe, and consider supporting our work. Energy Talks is back too. #IndependentMedia #EnergyTalks #Journalism #EnergyNews #cdnpoli
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
If the Supreme Court invalidates a tariff and the President invokes another authority, Treasury is put in the middle. Enforce now, litigate later? Expect immediate lawsuits and a fast track back to the Court. Is this a constitutional stress test? #uspoli #SupremeCourt #TradePolicy #Constitution
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
Ocean warming and acidification are already reshaping marine ecosystems. New research looks at how we address that harm — and whether ocean-based carbon removal can make a measurable difference. What does the science actually say? #OceanClimate #CarbonRemoval #EnergyTransition #cdnpoli
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
EVs are just a tiny share of Canada’s fleet. Only a small percentage of homes have solar or heat pumps. So the transition feels invisible. Meanwhile, countries like Bangladesh are adopting small-scale solar at astonishing speed. Are we falling behind? #EnergyTransition #CleanTech  #GlobalEnergy
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
When separatist claims go unchallenged, is that journalism — or platforming? If bold assertions about Ottawa and oil & gas aren’t fact-checked in real time, it shapes the narrative. Are we seeing a broader media failure in how Alberta separatism is covered? #abpoli #cdnpoli #Alberta #Media
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
Many believe there’s a “silent majority” focused on wages, affordability, public services, and the future economy — not culture wars. Is Alberta on the verge of a broader political reset? A different conversation may be emerging. #abpoli #Alberta #Affordability #PublicServices #cdnpoli
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
If Hormuz is disrupted, gas prices could spike fast — right in the middle of U.S. primary season. Meanwhile, tariff uncertainty and lower oil prices have squeezed producers with higher costs and weaker revenues. Is energy investment now stalling? #OilMarkets #EnergyPolicy #uspoli #GlobalEconomy
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
Carbon credits are intangible assets built on trust and measurement. Could Canada become the global destination for high-quality, science-backed credits? It would require regulators and innovators working together — and world-class certification. #CarbonMarkets  #ClimateInnovation #CleanTech
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
Canada debates pipelines — but rarely the alternatives. For a decade, electrification has been framed as climate policy, not technology strategy. Is that holding us back from competing in the next energy economy? #EnergyTransition #Electrification #cdnpoli #CleanTech #EnergyPolicy
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
Are Alberta’s grievances systemic — or poorly managed? Some argue recent premiers have weaponized Ottawa relations instead of negotiating solutions. What actually defines a “good” vs. “bad” politician — and do we need a better class of leader? #abpoli #cdnpoli #Alberta #CanadianPolitics
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
Drawing inspiration from Frederick Douglass — “Power concedes nothing without a demand” — Alberta labour leaders say rights require organized, democratic pressure. In the wake of Bill 2, what comes next: escalation or renewed dialogue? #abpoli #Alberta #LabourRights #cdnpoli #PublicPolicy
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
Oil is already up 10–15% amid rising tensions. Any disruption to Iranian supply — or worse, the Strait of Hormuz — could send prices soaring. What would $150 oil mean for U.S. consumers heading into the 2026 midterms? #OilMarkets #Geopolitics #uspoli #Energy #GlobalEconomy
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
“The time to debate reduction vs. removal was 30 years ago.” Now it’s all hands on deck: cut emissions and scale carbon removal. But without agile regulation and social license, these technologies won’t grow. Is Canada moving fast enough? #EnergyTransition #ClimatePolicy #CarbonRemoval  #Innovation
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
China paid the price to scale solar, batteries, and EVs — and drove costs down globally. Now countries like India can electrify faster and cheaper. Is late-mover advantage reshaping the global energy transition? #EnergyTransition #Electrification #India #China #CleanTech
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
This isn’t Reaganism, Harperism, or Mulroney-style conservatism. What we’re seeing is something different — often called “authoritarian libertarianism”: freedom for us, not for you. Is this shift reshaping right-of-centre politics in Alberta and beyond? #abpoli #cdnpoli #uspoli #Alberta
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
While politics fixates on culture wars, many Albertans care about affordability: auto insurance, power bills, groceries, housing. Would public auto insurance, re-regulated utilities, and non-market housing actually lower costs? That’s the debate worth having. #Alberta #Affordability #PublicPolicy
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
The Supreme Court struck down Trump’s attempt to impose sweeping tariffs under emergency powers. The ruling reaffirmed Congress’ constitutional role over trade. What does this mean for markets, executive power, and Canada-U.S. relations? #uspoli #cdnpoli #TradePolicy #SupremeCourt #Economy
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
This isn’t just about one labour dispute. For many, it’s about constitutional norms, public services, labour rights, and the future of Confederation. The question: are concerned Albertans more numerous than they think — and ready to be heard? #abpoli #cdnpoli #Alberta #CivicEngagement #PublicPolicy
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
Since 2020, it feels like we’ve abandoned civil discourse. Social media, grievance politics, and culture wars have replaced debate with shouting. Are we now living in parallel conversations that don’t overlap — and is that fueling Alberta separatism? #abpoli #cdnpoli #Alberta #Canada
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
Is the real strain on Confederation coming from Washington — or from within? Since the Sovereignty Act, Alberta’s relationship with Ottawa has shifted dramatically. Is this a negotiating strategy… or a slow rewrite of federal principles? #abpoli #cdnpoli #Alberta #CanadianPolitics #Confederation
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
If bold claims about Ottawa “killing” oil & gas go unchallenged, is that journalism — or amplification? When separatist narratives aren’t pressed for evidence, it shapes public perception. Are we facing a broader media failure in political accountability? #abpoli #cdnpoli #MediaAccountability
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
I remember when panels had real ideological differences — and still stayed civil. Today, we’re having parallel conversations that don’t overlap. Is that breakdown in discourse fueling Alberta separatism? Let’s unpack what’s rhetoric vs. reality. #abpoli #cdnpoli #Alberta #Canada #PoliticalDebate
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 22/02/2026
More U.S. scholars now openly describe Trump’s administration as fascist and authoritarian — a shift that would’ve seemed radical just a year ago. UBC political scientist Stuart Prest joins the show to unpack why the academic consensus is moving faster than during Trump 1.0. #cdnpoli #uspoli
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 22/02/2026
The more Poilievre leans into populist politics, the more he risks losing conservatives who want solutions within Canada’s existing institutions. Meanwhile, others push for closer alignment with Trump-style politics. These visions aren’t easily reconciled — and the split is widening. #abpoli
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
After strong support in the review, Pierre Poilievre likely gets one more chance at an election win. If he misses, the leadership race begins — and names like Jason Kenney could step in. But tensions are rising, and even Doug Ford is openly opposed to the current direction. #abpoli #cdnpoli
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 21/02/2026
Many Americans still see this as a rough patch for democracy. But weakening institutions, expanding executive power, and debates over detention camps suggest deeper structural change. If we’re arguing over definitions, we may have already crossed a line. #uspoli #cdnpoli #democracy
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
Mining is electrifying—and the rest of Canada’s economy must follow. From extracting and processing critical minerals to powering smelters, this all requires massive electricity. Add geopolitics—China, the U.S., Greenland—and it’s clear: electrification is now strategic. #cdnpoli #abpoli
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
Is Jamil Jivani serving Canada — or himself? This moment exposes a deep fault line inside the Conservative Party: a populist wing inspired by Trump-style politics vs. those who see it as a betrayal of Canadian values. The divide has never been clearer. #abpoli #cdnpoli cpc
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
Batteries sit at the heart of the electric future. The countries that build critical mineral supply chains—from mining to manufacturing—will win. Despite the political noise, Canada and the U.S. are actively working together behind the scenes. #cdnpoli
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Electrification is accelerating globally — even without a climate-first plan. The real revolution isn’t just wind and solar. It’s EVs with lower cost per km. It’s heat pumps that slash heating bills. The demand side is changing fast. Will Canada capitalize? #cdnpoli #abpoli #EnergyPolicy #EVs
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Instead of spending billions on interties and last-mile grid upgrades, why not build firm geothermal right next to the load — near substations, auto plants, mines, neighborhoods? Local, dispatchable power cuts transmission costs and boosts competitiveness. And we’re ignoring it. #cdnpoli #abpoli
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
1 in 4 new cars sold globally last year were electric — and most Canadians are shocked to hear it. Electrification isn’t just about climate. It’s about energy security, affordability, and global competitiveness. The question is: are we keeping up? #cdnpoli #abpoli #EnergyTransition #EVs
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
You can’t separate Alberta’s success from Canada’s support. From federal backing during the Great Depression and COVID, to major public investment that helped launch the oil sands — this story isn’t Alberta vs. Canada. It’s Alberta within Canada. #abpoli #cdnpoli #Energy #Canada #OilSands
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
Instead of listing the risks of separation, here’s the real question: what’s the case for Canada? A continuous democracy since 1867. One of the most stable and successful countries in the world. That record matters — and it shouldn’t be dismissed. #cdnpoli #abpoli #Canada #Democracy #Politics
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
A world-leading Canadian company using Alberta oil sands drilling tech… and we’re deploying it in Germany and the U.S. instead of here at home. Advanced geothermal could power our grid with firm, dispatchable energy and boost competitiveness. Why are we ignoring it? #abpoli #cdnpoli
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
This isn’t just about dollars and GDP. Most Albertans have deep family, cultural, and social ties across Canada — from Saskatchewan to Newfoundland to BC. Those east-west bonds are stronger than many admit. That’s something separatists underestimate. #cdnpoli #abpoli #Canada #Alberta
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Energi Media @energimedia.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
Low crime. High literacy. Long life expectancy. A top-10 global economy. Canada isn’t failing — it’s flourishing. And Alberta? The richest province in the country for decades, benefiting from being part of that success. So why walk away from it? #cdnpoli #abpoli #Canada #Economy #Energy
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