We are living in a time of seemingly constant disruption.  Whether as a result of geopolitical tensions, societal challenges, or the rapid pace of technological innovation, many organizations are navigating through an unexpectedly tumultuous business environment. In the face of adversity, GLJ seeks to highlight opportunity.

Western Canada is ideally positioned to capitalize on a generational transformation. AI (Artificial Intelligence) and machine learning are enabling advancements across all sectors. Data centres provide the foundational infrastructure for this momentum. The potential for associated revenue growth, employment opportunities and economic diversification can fuel future prosperity across sectors and society. Our region and our industries need strategies to position themselves to align with this emerging market.

Webinar Details

The webinar Sustainable Data Centres: The Canadian Advantage focused on the value proposition from data centres identifying Western Canada as a preferred location. Discussion topics included:

  • The business ecosystem for a robust technology industry;
  • The scale and pace of adoption and development; and
  • The natural resources needed for data centre operations.

Watch as Colleen Sherry and Kelley Rutledge from GLJ’s Sustainability & Emissions Management team discussed the unique characteristics inherent to Western Canada that make it the destination of choice for expanding data centre investment.

Published On: April 3, 2025Categories: SUSTAINABILITY

Authors

  • As a leader at GLJ, Colleen works alongside clients to seek opportunities for successful strategic planning, change management, technology innovation, low carbon transition and ESG reporting, targeting, and tracking. Colleen holds a BSc in Geology with a minor in Geophysics from the University of Calgary, an MSc in Earth Sciences from the University of Ottawa, an MBA jointly from Queen’s University and Cornell University and a Master of Sustainability Leadership from Arizona State University.

    Vice-President, Sustainability and Emissions Management

  • Kelley combines 15 years of operational experience in the oil and gas industry, along with expertise in Sustainable Energy Development, to drive forward energy diversification. She holds a BSc in Biological Sciences from the University of Alberta and an MSc in Sustainable Energy Development from the University of Calgary. She is also certified as a Sustainability Excellence Associate (SEA) and an FSA Credential Holder.

    Senior Analyst, Sustainability & Emissions Management