Energy Systems: Challenges, Choices and Changes

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Join us for a thought-provoking session with Dr. Amit Kumar, PhD, PEng and Canada Research Chair in Assessment of Energy Systems, as he explores the critical topic of energy transition through a systems-based lens. In this engaging talk, Dr. Kumar will break down the concept of energy transition — why it's essential and how we can chart a path forward.

As a global leader in energy systems, he will introduce both current and future energy technologies, explaining their potential and challenges, giving attendees a well-rounded understanding of our energy options, as well as the associated costs and reductions in greenhouse gas emissions. From renewable sources to emerging technologies, you’ll learn where these innovations stand today, what the future might hold, and how University of Alberta researchers are critical to its success.

In addition, Dr. Kumar will explore how this leading research is shaping investment decisions and informing policy makers on key strategies for a sustainable energy future.

President and Vice-Chancellor Bill Flanagan will host the energizing talk to delve deeper into this topic. Whether you're an energy professional, policymaker, or simply curious about the future of energy, this is an event you won’t want to miss.

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About Amit Kumar, PhD, PEng

Since September 2012 Amit Kumar has held the NSERC/Cenovus/Alberta Innovates Associate Industrial Research Chair in Energy and Environmental Systems Engineering. He is the Cenovus Energy Endowed Chair in Environmental Engineering in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Alberta. His research group works on integrated energy and environmental modeling, life cycle assessment, and techno-economic assessment of conventional and non-conventional energy systems.

Amit received his BSc in energy engineering from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur, India, and his MSc in energy technology from the Asian Institute of Technology. He completed his PhD at the University of Alberta in 2004 and rejoined the university after completing his Post-Doctoral Fellowship at the University of British Columbia. He has served as Deputy Director with Future Energy Systems (FES) since 2017. In this capacity he works closely with the FES Director on strategic research and outreach goals.