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Driving the Energy Transition Since 2010

Our global reach and trusted networks have made us a leading voice in the intersection of mining and energy.

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Since 2010, this Ottawa-based, Canadian-owned company has been dedicated to advancing Canada's energy transition through innovative business-to-business events.

We have supported numerous legislative and policy initiatives across the country by creating platforms for industry dialogue and collaboration, including forums focused on mining, renewable energy, energy storage, hydrogen, carbon pricing, and climate policy.

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we have become a leading provider of information and events focused on the energy transition and opportunities in the mining sector.

Through international conferences (Canada, Australia, Chile, South Africa, UK) and the dedicated Energy and Mines publication, we connect the mining and energy industries to explore practical solutions for affordable, reliable, and sustainable power.

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Partnering with Global Leaders in Mining and Energy

Our recent events have addressed cutting-edge topics such as zero-emissions mining, hydrogen integration, renewable-powered operations, nuclear power in mining, indigenous partnerships, electrification and decarbonized material movement. As the mining sector shifts focus to support the increasing demand for critical minerals, our events and content is also shifting to help support this transition.

We maintain strong relationships with senior leaders across mining, energy, and technology sectors. We are always seeking new areas where strategic, imaginative events can create lasting impact.

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founders

Meet the Visionaries Behind Energy and Mines

With decades of experience in journalism, science, and clean energy policy, co-founders Adrienne Baker and Andrew Slavin launched Energy and Mines to accelerate collaboration across sectors and continents. Their leadership continues to shape critical conversations on sustainable mining and energy innovation.

Andrew Slavin

Andrew Slavin

Director

After earning a Ph.D. in Astrophysics and spending several years in academia, Andrew transitioned from the world of astronomy to the dynamic field of business conferences in 1997. Since then, he has successfully produced business-to-business events across a diverse range of sectors, including telecommunications, broadcasting, financial communications, media, mining, and energy policy.

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Adrienne Baker

Adrienne Baker

Director

Adrienne Baker holds degrees from McGill and Concordia Universities and began her career in financial journalism. Over seven years, she reported for and edited several prominent publications, including Investor Relations Magazine, Corporate Secretary, Communicate Magazine, and CEO Magazine.

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