PhD, University of Calgary
Fulbright postdoctoral scholar at Stanford University. Research fellow at School of Public Policy and Adjunct Professor in the Department of Economics at the University of Calgary.
Studies energy and environmental economics, specializing in electricity markets and climate policy. Former electricity trader for 15 years. Professional details at: blakeshaffer.ca
Why Canada should invest in 'macrogrids' for greener more reliable electricity
Feb 26, 2021 14:44 pm UTC| Technology
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