Will Noel is a senior analyst with the Pembina Institute's electricity team, focusing on the intersection of technology and emissions policy for both Alberta and Canada. He holds both a B.Sc. and M.Sc. in mechanical engineering from the University of Alberta and is a registered professional engineer (P.Eng.). Before joining the Pembina Institute, Will worked at Greenplanet Energy Analytics, where he focused on life cycle analysis, renewable energy and building retrofits in remote northern communities.
Will is a strong advocate for the need to balance electricity system decarbonization with consumer affordability and grid reliability. A lifelong Albertan, he relaxes with cross stitching or playing video games, and enjoys Edmonton’s craft beer scene.
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Will Noel's Research & Analysis
Path of Most Resistance
Can Alberta build a credible alternate plan to reduce electricity emissions?Alberta’s electricity emissions plan overly reliant on “risky bets”; new data shows wind and solar still being held back
If the federal Clean Electricity Regulations are to be suspended in Alberta for the long term, MOU talks must result in credible alternate plan
Canadian Carbon Pricing Systems 2025 Review
Prepared for the International Institute for Sustainable Development and Global Affairs Canada