Martin Boucher, PhD, is Dean of Research at NorQuest College and Lead of the Community Energy Innovation Centre. He brings more than a decade of experience working at the intersection of sustainability, clean energy innovation, public policy, and regional economic development. He holds a PhD in Sustainability from the University of Saskatchewan and is widely recognized for his work on socio-technical energy transitions, community energy systems, and applied research.
Martin has led over $2 million in applied research initiatives focused on clean energy deployment, decarbonization, energy affordability, and community resilience. His work spans Canada and internationally and emphasizes governance, community ownership models, and the practical integration of emerging technologies into energy policy and decision-making. He has extensive experience working with governments, industry, and community partners to translate research into actionable policy and implementation strategies.
Prior to joining NorQuest, Martin served as Faculty and Academic Lead of the online Master of Public Administration program at the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy. He continues to contribute to the public policy and sustainability field through applied research leadership, graduate supervision, teaching, and advisory roles. He is also the founding President of Community Energy Cooperative Canada, a national organization advancing decentralized, community-led energy solutions.