Think Energy

Sparking conversations about the energy of tomorrow.

thinkenergy looks at the energy of tomorrow, today.

Every two weeks we’ll speak with game-changing experts to bring you the latest on the fast-changing energy landscape, innovative technologies, eco-conscious efforts, and more. Join Hydro Ottawa’s Trevor Freeman as he demystifies and dives deep into some of the most prominent topics in the energy industry.

Latest Episode:

Oct 28, 2024

The what, where, when, and how of Canada’s energy transition

The energy transition is a big topic on thinkenergy. But what exactly is it? What does it mean globally, in Canada, and to you as an energy user? In this bite-sized episode, host Trevor Freeman unpacks the… Read More

Your Host:

Trevor Freeman

Trevor is Hydro Ottawa’s Manager of Commercial Accounts & Program Delivery. In this role, he oversees Hydro Ottawa’s engagement of, and support for the National Capital’s largest electricity customers, connecting them to the wide array of expertise and services that Hydro Ottawa has when it comes to energy. He leads commercial customer engagement, and regularly supports customers on their energy and decarbonization journeys, while also supporting advocacy and regulatory efforts to help the energy industry evolve with the changing energy landscape. Trevor also hosts Hydro Ottawa’s ThinkEnergy podcast, driving conversations with industry experts about the energy transition and decarbonisation. Trevor is a Professional Engineer, who is passionate about working toward solutions to climate change, and has spent his career helping building owners improve their buildings. Prior to joining Hydro Ottawa, he was a sustainability consultant, and worked in international development.


Recent Episodes:

Aug 5, 2024

Summer Rewind: Accelerating Canada’s clean energy transition with Dunsky Energy + Climate Advisors

Summer Rewind: The renewable revolution is here. Scientists, entrepreneurs, and policymakers—plus Indigenous and industry leaders—are accelerating the transition to clean energy. But does Canada agree on the path to a more sustainable future? Philippe Dunsky, founder of… Read More

Jul 22, 2024

Summer Rewind: Climate Communication: Motivating Change with Re.Climate

Summer rewind: What role do communicators play in motivating change? Specifically, how can they move their audiences to take action against climate change? In thinkenergy episode 122, we delve into the world of climate communication with Amber… Read More

Jul 8, 2024

Summer Rewind: Decarbonizing Ontario’s electricity grid with the IESO

Summer rewind: As demand for electricity increases, the need todiversify supply also rises. In Episode 120 of thinkenergy, LesleyGallinger, CEO of Ontario’s Independent Electricity System Operator(IESO), unpacks what’s driving the transformation of the province’spower system, the potential… Read More

Jun 24, 2024

Current affairs with Francis Bradley, Electricity Canada’s President and CEO

Electricity Canada’s President and CEO, Francis Bradley, joins thinkenergy in episode 140. Hear about the shift to sustainable electricity, including the difficulties navigating provincial and federal policies, climate change directives, and funding gaps. Plus how Electricity Canada… Read More

Jun 10, 2024

Energy Policy Deep Dive with Nicholas Rivers (Part 2)

Get to the bottom of how policy is ushering along the energy transition. In part two of the series, Associate Professor Nicholas Rivers shares how energy policies are helping shape the actions taken to address climate change.… Read More