Chris' primary responsibility as managing director is to ensure the Pembina Institute has the right people, resources and internal systems it needs to carry out its strategic plan.

His focus since joining the Institute in 1996 has been on reducing the health and environmental impacts of oil and gas, the oilsands and power generation in Alberta. He is currently a member of the board of Alberta's Clean Air Strategic Alliance and represents the Institute in a variety of multi-stakeholder forums.

Prior to assuming his current position, Chris oversaw the Institute's Policy Group, which undertakes research and advocacy to advance sustainable energy solutions in Canada in the areas of climate change, renewable energy/energy efficiency, oilsands and transportation.

Chris holds a B.Sc. in environmental and conservation science from the University of Alberta and a Master of Arts in environment and management from Royal Roads University.

Chris Severson-Baker is available for speaking engagements through Pembina's Speakers Bureau.