Sparking The Transition

Dec 13 2022

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Host Lucas Porter dives deep into Canada's move toward electrifying transportation. Each episode will address the issues and opportunities of a different aspect of the transition, which will be explored with the help of experts from all facets of the EV sphere with unique insights into how we can break barriers and encourage electrification.

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The Knowledge Barrier: False Beliefs and The Power of Perception

Dec 13 2022 47 mins

If high prices and charging concerns are holding you back from buying electric, fear not! They may not be as bad as they seem. I talk with CEO of Plug'nDrive Cara Clairman; we cover the biggest (perceived) barriers to EV adoption and how self-image influences our car purchases. To Learn More...Want to find out Who Killed the Electric Car? You can watch the documentary online here.

Context For an EV Transition: Carbon Footprints and Curious Consumers

Nov 29 2022 38 mins

On the first episode of Sparking the Transition, you'll learn how electric vehicles lower emissions, get us closer to a net-zero future, and how we can maximize their climate benefits through cooperation. I'll summarize the federal government's climate goals and how their EV policies can help you. I'm joined by EV-curious consumer Ben Schulman, who recently purchased a new vehicle.

Welcome To Sparking The Transition

Nov 28 2022 4 mins

Electric cars are gaining prominence quickly, and there's a lot to learn if you're thinking about making the switch. Broadly, that's what this podcast will cover, but this episode is meant to explain who I am, why I'm doing this podcast, and what you can expect to learn from upcoming episodes.