Frederic Picard

Frederic Picard is a Principal Adviser in Climate Policy and Advocacy at Rio Tinto, where they lead climate strategies and manage a team specializing in compliance with carbon markets and decarbonization projects. With a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Université Laval and a Graduate Certificate in Applied Sustainability from Simon Fraser University, Frederic has extensive experience in various roles both within and outside the organization, including board memberships in multiple environmental and industrial committees. Their background includes significant contributions to climate change strategies and industry standards across North America, Europe, and Australia. Previously, they served as a board member with entities like the Alberta Capital Airshed and were involved in major decarbonization initiatives across several sectors.