About CSEE

In Canada, and throughout the world, tough questions are asked about energy, particularly about its impact on the environment. Is our energy clean? Can we produce and use energy without contributing to climate change, without reducing water quality and availability, and without impact on land and biodiversity? Will there even be sufficient affordable energy and a healthy environment for future generations?

The Canada School of Energy and Environment was established to tackle these complex and daunting questions. As a Centre of Excellence for technology and policy, the institution stands at the intersection of academia, government and industry. It pools the considerable knowledge and research capabilities of its founding member universities and engages government policy leaders and industry decision makers in dialogue, events, projects and programs aimed at implementing real practical solutions through technology commercialization and policy development. By fostering collaboration between the best minds in Canada and internationally, the CSEE will place our country at the forefront of energy and environment research, policy and technology for the economic, social and environmental benefits of all Canadians.

Vision: The vision of the CSEE is to contribute to a future of abundant supplies of clean energy, a vibrant and healthy environment, and sustainable prosperity and social well-being for Canadians by informing and collaborating in policy development and by encouraging scientific research and technology commercialization.