Gerald Palanca

Gerald Palanca

Manager, Emissions Management Team Alberta Energy Regulator (AER)

Pre-Conference Workshops & Main Conference Day One • Wednesday, September 24, 2025

11:10 AM PANEL: Decoding the Canadian Regulatory Landscape: New Developments, Ongoing Uncertainty, and What’s Next?

The past year has been marked by anticipation of methane regulations, with the next few months expected to bring significant change and uncertainty. This panel will cut through the noise and offer clear insights into the latest regulatory developments, what’s likely to come and most importantly, what this means for you. Our experts who have had access to critical regulatory conversations, will offer exclusive insights which will:

  • Analyze the latest federal and provincial methane regulations
  • Unpack the uncertainties surrounding upcoming policies and what they could mean for industry
  • Gain insights into legal risks, enforcement expectations, and reporting mandates

Main Conference Day Two • Thursday, September 25, 2025

9:20 AM PANEL: MRV in Focus: Building Robust Global Frameworks for Accurate and Reliable Measurement & Reporting

  • Defining Robust MRV – What does a reliable and effective MRV framework look like in practice?
  • Navigating Regulatory Requirements – Understanding evolving MRV standards across jurisdictions
  • Balancing Accuracy & Feasibility – How to design MRV systems that are both precise and practical
  • Technology & Data Integration – Leveraging advanced tools for real-time monitoring and reporting
  • Verification & Transparency – Ensuring credibility and building stakeholder trust in methane reporting

Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Gerald.

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