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David Layzell is a Professor Emeritus at the University of Calgary, where he served as the Director of the Canadian Energy Systems Analysis Research (CESAR) Initiative. He holds a Ph.D. in Plant Physiology from the University of Western Australia and has had a distinguished career in academia, generating over 100 peer-reviewed publications and holding multiple patents. Layzell has had significant involvement in building national multi-disciplinary research networks aimed at addressing climate change, including organizations like BIOCAP Canada and Fluxnet Canada. His research focuses on developing analytical tools and methodologies to facilitate informed policy and investment decisions related to energy systems, aiming to transition these systems into more sustainable models. Notably, he has explored the integration of energy systems with biological frameworks, and he actively works on projects that seek to green Alberta's electrical grid and incorporate agricultural and forest sectors into energy models.
Canadian Energy Systems Analysis Research Initiative (CESAR) • University of Calgary
Led initiatives focused on the analysis of Canada's energy systems.
Queen's University • Kingston
Held cross-appointments in the Schools of Environmental Studies and Public Policy.
Department of Computer Science Master's program. GRE scores are expected for international students.