The Team

Our consultants have been active in the energy and climate change field for over a decade, and are recognized as some of Canada’s leading experts in modeling the response of economic and energy systems to greenhouse gas policies.

Jotham Peters, Managing Partner

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Managing partner and primary model developer at Navius, with experience advising governments and organizations about energy and climate policy since 2006.

Michael Wolinetz, Partner

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Lead techno-economic modeller for Navius Research since 2008, responsible for designing and executing energy and climate policy forecasting analyses using several quantitative models.

Noel Melton, Partner

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Consultant and published researcher providing insights to governments and other clients about the impact of energy and climate policies since 2008.

Brianne Riehl, Managing Director

Climate and energy policy researcher and advisor since 2015, responsible for translating Navius’ complex modeling results into real-world insights.

Aurora Marstokk, Senior Manager

Aurora has a background in environmental economics, climate change, environmental policy, spatial analysis, and econometrics. She also has experience as a research assistant at the University of British Columbia.

Sam Pallas, Senior Analyst

Sam brings a diverse background of quantitative, analytical and modeling experience in both the private and public sectors.

Isaac Kwok Hei Yeung, Analyst II

Isaac is an engineering professional in the energy sector. He holds a Bachelors of Engineering in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power system analysis and a minor in Sustaining Cities, Cultures, and the Earth from the University of Hong Kong.

Lucas Mehling, Analyst II

Lucas is an economist with a focus on development and the environment. He joined Navius after completing a Bachelor of International Economics at the University of British Columbia (UBC).

Nima Alizadeh, Analyst I

Nima is an energy-economic modeler interested in using integrated frameworks to evaluate policies and their wider impacts. Prior to his current role, he conducted energy modeling at Iran’s Ministry of Power to support the development of national transition roadmaps.

Doina Rusu, Analyst I

Doina is an economist interested in using quantitative tools to disentangle questions pertaining to climate and energy policy. Prior to joining Navius, she contributed to research at the Bank of Canada and analyzed the North American energy market in commodity trading departments of major firms.

Rosalyn Shepherd, Analyst I

Rosalyn has a diverse research background, with experience in energy-economy-emissions modelling for climate policy, industrial decarbonization, and ecological restoration. She has conducted engaged, interdisciplinary research with a range of stakeholders, including governments, non-profit organizations, community councils, and private companies.

Carolina Gil, Office Manager

Carolina Gil is an experienced administrative professional with a strong background in marketing, finance, and client support.