Associate Professor
Co-Chair, Sustainable Energy Initiative (SEI)
Director, International Renewable Energy Academy (IREA)
Credentials
PhD Geography, University of Toronto
MA Geography & Environmental Studies, University of Toronto
BA (Honours) Geography & Environmental Studies, York University
Research Keywords
Climate Change Mitigation; International & National Renewable Energy Policies; Rural Electrification; Educational & Capacity Development Networks; New Media & Communications.

Contact Information
4700 Keele Street
Toronto, ON M3J 1P3
416 736 2100
Research Projects
For 2026-2027 my work is focused on developing a new program of research and training based on the Leaders in Higher Education Alliance and Programme – For Accelerating Sustainability Transformations” (LEAP-FAST) Initiative.
Research Output
Recognition & Awards
- York University President’s Sustainability Leadership Award
- Canada Housing and Mortgage Corporation Teaching Excellence Award
- Centennial College Alumnus of Distinction
- Gordon Cressy Student Leadership Award
- Mexican Government Ministry of Foreign Relations Scholarship
- University of Toronto Open Fellowship
- Labbatt Award
