Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA)
Christophe Owttrim is an accomplished engineering professional with extensive experience in clean technology and emissions reduction. Currently serving as Executive Director of Technology and Innovation at Emissions Reduction Alberta since September 2022, Christophe leads initiatives aligned with Alberta's market needs and government priorities. Previously, as Technology Investment Lead, Christophe drove major investment programs aimed at transitioning to a low-emissions economy. Prior roles at Alberta Innovates included Senior Business Partner and Project Specialist, focusing on funding program facilitation and clean technology project support. An academic background includes a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering and a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, both from the University of Alberta, where Christophe also contributed as a Graduate Research Assistant in sustainable energy studies. Additional experience encompasses engineering co-op roles at Capital Power Corporation and Tetra Tech BNG, and a research project on flywheel kinetic energy systems.
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Emissions Reduction Alberta (ERA)
ERA receives grants from government to fulfil our mandate. This funding comes from Alberta’s large emitters who choose to pay into the Climate Change and Emissions Management Fund as a compliance option if they are unable to meet emissions reduction targets. For a decade and a half, our clean technology investments have helped innovators develop and demonstrate Alberta-based technologies that reduce emissions, lower costs, attract investment, and create jobs in Alberta. Mandate To identify and accelerate innovative solutions that secure Alberta’s success in a lower carbon economy. Vision Alberta is recognized as an innovation and technology leader in a lower carbon world. To achieve its vision and mandate, ERA will: Reduce GHG emissions - Fund innovative solutions that result in meaningful greenhouse gas emissions reductions in Alberta and contribute to a lower carbon world. Advance innovation system priorities - Leverage our strengths to contribute to critical climate change innovation priorities in Alberta. Measure and communicate success - Define and report on metrics to demonstrate results. Achieve operational excellence - Strive for excellence in operations and efficiency while maintaining responsiveness to stakeholders and funders. Our portfolio of funded projects: http://ERAlberta.ca/projects ERA is a registered tradename of the Climate Change and Emissions Management (CCEMC) Corporation.