Dr. Geoff Munro

Biography:
Geoff Munro was appointed Assistant Deputy Minister of the newly formed Innovation and Energy Technology Sector (IETS) at Natural Resources Canada on April 14, 2009. In these capacities, Mr. Munro works to position NRCan’s science and technology and its energy research and development within the Canadian innovation system and in broader international arenas. Since June 25, 2007, Mr. Munro has also served as the Chief Scientist for Natural Resources Canada and leads the implementation of the department’s science and technology strategy, as well as representing the department and Canada on a number of interdepartmental and international committees, including: the federal ADM S&T Committee, the United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP) Resource Panel Steering Committee, and the National Roundtable on the Environment and Energy (NRTEE) Expert Advisory Committee on Water Sustainability and Canada's Natural Resource Sectors.

Abstract:
The world is facing complex issues at the intersection of energy and environment, and science, technology and innovation are key to addressing them. Building on our core strengths, Canada has an opportunity to make the energy/environment nexus our global S&T niche and to become a world-leading clean energy innovator. In his presentation, Geoff Munro will speak to Government of Canada's efforts to engage all sectors of Canada’s science and innovation system and position Canada as a global leader in critical areas such as carbon capture and storage, renewable energy, and energy efficient communities.