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.
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Chris Severson-Baker's Research & Analysis
Carbon Removal, Oil & Gas
February 27, 2026
Op-ed
Four crucial outcomes Canadians need from the Alberta-Ottawa MOU talks
Carbon Removal, Electricity, Equitable Transition, Oil & Gas
February 17, 2026
Media Release
Pembina Institute releases four must-have results from Ottawa-Alberta MOU talks
These four specific items would make a strong foundation for Canada’s climate competitiveness
Electricity, Oil & Gas
January 12, 2026
Media Release
Alberta’s recasting of MOU in light of Venezuela raises concerns
Both Alberta and Ottawa must stay true to their promise to institute strong regulations that will drive down oil and gas emissions
Electricity, Oil & Gas
December 18, 2025
Op-ed