Thierry Spiess

Thierry Spiess, PhD, currently serves as Deputy Director and Senior Manager of Advanced Vehicles Programs at Natural Resources Canada since July 2016, where responsibilities include advancing lower carbon transportation options and supporting the Pan-Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change. Previously held positions at Natural Resources Canada include Senior Policy Advisor and Policy Advisor focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and enhancing biodiversity. Academic experience includes research and teaching roles at Toronto Metropolitan University and Ryerson University, with a PhD in Environmental Science from Ryerson University, an MSc in Evolutionary Biology from the University of Zurich, a B.Sc in Environmental Economics from Université de Montréal, and a BA in International Affairs from the University of Geneva. Additional experience includes wildlife management and natural resource management roles at Letlapa Pula Game Ranch and Cabot Shores, and various research positions involving environmental assessments and urban energy planning.