Dr. Jennifer Winter (PhD, Calgary) is an economist and Associate Director of the Energy and Environmental Policy Area at The School of Public Policy, University of Calgary. Her research is focused on the effects of government regulation and policy on the development of natural resources and energy, and the consequences of energy development.
Jennifer is one of The School’s most prolific authors. She has authored several School of Public Policy research papers, including three examining Canadian energy literacy, two on the safe transportation of crude oil, and a paper on the idea of “green jobs.” Other projects she is currently working on are an evaluation of international carbon policies, an analysis of Alberta’s emissions-reduction policies, and the role of internal trade barriers in diminishing productivity.
Prior to joining The School of Public Policy, Jennifer worked at Human Resources and Skills Development Canada, researching Canadian labour markets. Jennifer received her PhD in Economics from the University of Calgary. Dr. Winter also serves on the Board of Directors of the World Petroleum Council Canada Youth Committee.