Neil Wildgust

Neil Wildgust

President and CEO Carbon Management Canada

Neil Wildgust is the President and CEO of Carbon Management Canada (CMC), leading efforts to help industry and governments cut emissions and reach net zero. With over 35 years professional experience in geoscience and two decades in carbon capture and storage (CCS), Neil has held leadership roles at IEAGHG, the Petroleum Technology Research Centre, the Global CCS Institute, the Energy & Environmental Research Center, and the BC Geological Survey. He has also consulted on CCS and risk assessment and received the PCOR Partnership Pioneer Award in 2015

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

1:20 PM PANEL: Canadian Leadership in Global Technology Development: An analysis of the current and Future Tech Landscape

Canada has been well established as a hub for technology and innovation, driving advancements in methane mitigation long before many other countries started to consider the issue. As regulatory frameworks evolve and industry demands shift, how can Canadian-developed solutions continue to lead on the global stage? This panel will explore the intersection of policy, innovation, and real-world implementation, tackling key questions such as:

 

  • How can we ensure technology keeps pace with regulatory requirements?
  • How can we bridge the gap between rapid tech development and end-user adoption?
  • What are the realistic operational capabilities of AI— is it a game changer or an overhyped solution
  • What does the future hold for abatement technology?

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

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