Brian Schmidt

Brian Schmidt, Founder and CEO of Tamarack Valley Energy, shares insights from Alberta's oil industry. He discusses the unique characteristics of the Clearwater play, advanced drilling technologies, and the significant role of Indigenous partnerships in operations. Brian highlights regulatory challenges and the impact of pipeline capacity on investment decisions. He reveals how investor focus on ESG has evolved and how recent government messaging is changing sentiments towards energy investment. The conversation dives into the future of capital allocation and needed policy reforms for sustained growth.