This webinar will explore the current state of play for geothermal energy in Canada—where the industry stands today, the opportunities and challenges ahead, and how innovation and collaboration are shaping its future. We’ll examine recent developments in policy, technology, and investment, highlight key projects across the country, and discuss what it will take to scale geothermal as part of Canada’s energy mix. Whether you’re new to geothermal or deeply engaged in the sector, this session will provide insights into why geothermal matters now and where it’s headed next.
Emily Smejkal is the Policy Lead with the Cascade Institute Geothermal Energy Office (CI-GEO) and the Ultradeep Geothermal program. She is a specialist in Canadian geothermal geology and geothermal policy. She holds a BSc in Geology and Earth Science from the University of Calgary. She is the Vice President of Geothermal Canada.
