Staff ProfileJim VanderwalSenior Program Manager, Climate Change and Air Quality
Jim has held progressively senior roles at the Council since 1999, developing new initiatives related to river management, stakeholder engagement, energy and emissions planning, climate change adaptation, green fleet management and clean energy development. Jim was the lead staff person in the development of E3 Fleet, Canada’s green fleet certification program. He also has worked extensively with local governments and First Nations across BC to develop and implement plans to reduce emissions and to adapt to changes in climate. Jim completed a B.A.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from the University of British Columbia, and worked in research and development capacities in the telecommunications sector. He completed a M.Sc. in Resource Management from the University of British Columbia, specializing in the development of public processes that link technical research with broad public engagement. |
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Jim Vanderwal is the Fraser Basin Council’s Senior Manager responsible for the Climate Change and Air Quality Program.