Chris is the executive director of the Pembina Institute. He worked with the Institute from 1996 to 2016, then spent three years at the Alberta Energy Regulator before returning in 2020, most recently serving as senior director of the industrial decarbonization group before becoming executive director in 2022. He is a leading expert on responsible energy development, with specific expertise in oil and gas, oilsands and electricity.
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.
Contact Chris Severson-Baker
email: ExecutiveDirector@pembina.org
Chris Severson-Baker's Recent Publications
Letter to Minister Steven Guilbeault on 2035 emissions reduction target Faster pace of change needed between now and 2035
Our letter to Minister Steven Guilbeault about Canada's emissions reduction target for 2035 recommends a faster pace of change
An open letter in support of the Sustainable Jobs Act It's time to align workforce, regional, and economic development with our climate goals
Chris-Severson Baker, executive director of the Pembina Institute sent a letter of support for Bill C-50, the Canadian Sustainable Jobs Act, to Steven MacKinnon, leader of the government in the House of Commons, and Peter Julian, House leader of the New Democratic Party.
Pass the Sustainable Jobs Act now or risk future jobs and investments We’ll show the world that Canada is ready
Since the Sustainable Jobs Act was tabled, unions and environmental groups have worked with the government and opposition parties to strengthen the bill. Now we must pass it as soon as possible, so we can get started building an economy where sustainable industries are employing workers in good, sustainable jobs in every province and every region of the country.
Canada hit the climate action accelerator in 2023, but some provinces are riding the brakes Boldness and clarity of COP28 final agreement has profound implications for our country
We cannot achieve our climate goals without collaboration and committed partnership across all levels of government. But as Canada accelerates, some provinces are applying the brakes. Throughout 2023, the Alberta and Saskatchewan governments have repeatedly opposed federal action on reducing emissions, without offering credible alternatives or concrete commitments of their own to reduce emissions.
Canada needs to commit to ambitious climate action at COP28 As we continue to break environmental thresholds, this year's COP needs to address reducing global emissions and tripling renewable energy capacity
COP28 needs to address reducing emissions and tripling renewable energy capacity. As one of the largest contributors to climate change, Canada needs to continue delivering on its climate commitments and ramp-up climate action across all sectors.