irowlands@uwaterloo.ca
EV2 2026
Ian Rowlands is a Professor in the Department of Environment and Resource Studies and Associate Director (Global Initiatives) of the Waterloo Institute for Sustainable Energy (WISE). Professor Rowlands has research interests in various areas of energy management strategies and policies, with particular reference to smart grids, renewable energy and energy efficiency. He has served on a number of national and international advisory bodies, including those convened by the International Energy Agency and the Ontario Power Authority. Professor Rowlands received his degrees in Engineering Science (University of Toronto) and International Relations (London School of Economics and Political Science).
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