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Register online here: https://www.schoolofpublicpolicy.sk.ca/news-events/events/2026/02/the-robertson-lecture-presents-canada-in-the-age-of-electricity.php~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
The Robertson Lecture presents:
Canada in the Age of Electricity
Presented by: Blake Shaffer, Associate Professor of Economics, University of Calgary
This keynote presentation will be followed up by a panel discussion on the Saskatchewan context featuring Dr. Margot Hurlbert, Canada Research Chair in Climate Change, Energy and Sustainability Policy; Professor, JSGS and Dr. Brett Dolter, Associate Professor, Department of Economics, University of Regina
The International Energy Agency has proclaimed that the world is entering the “Age of Electricity,” as power systems decarbonize and countries around the world increase electricity’s share in their economies Canada is in an enviable position, starting from a largely decarbonized electricity system, though with vast differences across provinces. How Canada navigates this transition and electrifies its economy will shape its competitiveness in an electric future. This Robertson lecture will examine the current state of Canada’s electricity systems, highlight the dramatic changes underway globally, and discuss what is required for Canada to continue decarbonizing and electrifying while maintaining affordability and reliability.
About our keynote speaker:
Blake Shaffer is an associate professor of economics at the University of Calgary and co-director of Canada’s Energy Modelling Hub. Prior to academia, Shaffer had a 15-year career in energy trading, specializing in electricity, natural gas and emissions markets. He holds a PhD in economics from the University of Calgary, Masters in economics from the University of Cambridge and a bachelor’s degree in environmental sciences from Queen’s University.
Event Details:
Thursday, February 5, 2026
3:00 – 4:30 pm CST. Reception to follow.
The 2025-26 Robertson Lecture will be a hybrid event – join us in Regina or via Zoom.
Those interested in attending this free, hybrid lecture must register in advance. Zoom connection details will be sent by email the day of the event. See the link above to register.
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University Of Regina College Avenue Campus, 2168 Old Campus Rd, Regina, SK S4P, Canada
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