Karen Tam Wu is the managing director of British Columbia at the Pembina Institute, Canada’s leading energy think tank. She is also a member of the B.C. government’s Climate Solutions and Clean Growth Advisory Council.

Through cross-sectoral consultation and engagement, Karen leads initiatives to advance clean energy solutions and improve energy efficiency in B.C. and across Canada. Previously, Karen worked with First Nations, communities, government, and industry on important conservation initiatives in B.C. A registered professional forester, Karen worked with forest companies worldwide for over a decade developing and implementing sustainable forest management systems.

Karen Tam Wu is available for speaking engagements.

Contact Karen Tam Wu

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Karen Tam Wu's Recent Publications

Climate action makes good business sense for B.C. Building the clean economy is an investment in our future

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March 27, 2019 - By Tamara Vrooman, Aaron Sutherland, Karen Tam Wu

We’re joining forces with leading B.C. businesses to champion an exciting vision of a resilient, diversified, thriving, and globally competitive economy with opportunities for all British Columbians.

Three checkpoints on B.C.’s climate marathon in 2019 Delivering on CleanBC plan means hitting these milestones

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Feb. 11, 2019 - By Karen Tam Wu

To grow a prosperous, clean economy in B.C., all sectors must do their fair share.

An exciting vision for B.C.’s clean economy Re: Horgan, Trudeau Allies in Championing Carbon Tax, Dec. 12

Letter to the Editor

Dec. 21, 2018 - By Karen Tam Wu

British Columbians can take pride in the fact the CleanBC strategy contains several policies far ahead of the curve in Canada and North America.

Five bright spots in B.C.’s new climate plan As many other provinces falter, B.C. jumps at clean economic opportunity

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Dec. 5, 2018 - By Karen Tam Wu

From zero-emission vehicles to low-carbon buildings, B.C. is once again shining a LED lamp on the way forward for Canada.

The world needs renewed B.C. climate leadership Climate strategy can light the way to Canada’s clean future

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Nov. 26, 2018 - By Karen Tam Wu

With the imminent release of the province’s new climate strategy, B.C. has the opportunity to be the shining beacon of hope for the future that Canada and the world need.