FOR COUNCIL Elizabeth Logan, P.Eng., M.A.Sc.
Elizabeth Logan obtained her bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering from the University of Calgary, and a master’s of Chemical and Biomedical Engineering from the University of Toronto. Upon graduation, Elizabeth started her career at Accenture, where she was recognized for her ability to integrate technical problem-solving skills with business acumen, leading to the successful delivery of
Investors are placing increasing importance on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance. Governments are introducing greater environmental regulatory expectations on industry. Elizabeth strongly believes that wealth generation in Alberta can be balanced with sustainable development. Professional Engineers and Geoscientists are well-recognized for their creativity and problem-solving skills, and we are well- positioned to help achieve a balance of project, infrastructure, and technology development while integrating sustainability. APEGA is strategically placed to facilitate increased discourse and action around the integration of sustainability into our professions. Today’s professionals are recognizing the importance of environmental stewardship and social factors in developing resilient businesses and communities to support future generations. APEGA has the unique opportunity to demonstrate the importance of ESG elements through integration of ESG into our regulations, professional development training, and public outreach. Additionally, Elizabeth hopes that increased discussion of ESG will help to foster a greater level of engagement with younger engineering and geoscience professionals in Alberta. Throughout her career, Elizabeth has been an active volunteer in various organizations. In 2009, Elizabeth was an overseas volunteer for Engineers Without Borders (EWB), completing a four-month fellowship in northern Ghana, where she worked with the Ministry of Food & Agriculture cultivating the project management skills of agriculture field agents. Upon her return to Canada, Elizabeth was an active volunteer with EWB’s Calgary chapter. As President, Elizabeth led the chapter in developing a focused chapter vision and strategic goals, focused on culturing the strengths of the Calgary membership and harnessing support of local industry partners. Elizabeth is a member of the Métis Nation of Alberta and lives in Calgary.
numerous IT transformation projects in both the health care and oil and gas sectors. As a result of time spent on-site at various client operations across Alberta, Elizabeth discovered an interest in environmental stewardship and sustainability, leading to a shift in career direction. In 2010, Elizabeth joined Millennium EMS Solutions as an Air Quality Engineer. During her tenure with Millennium, Elizabeth contributed to numerous environmental impact assessments across Alberta for both coal and oil sands projects. Elizabeth greatly enjoyed the challenge of conveying technical information to stakeholders with various levels of technical understanding. In 2014, Elizabeth joined Ernst & Young’s (EY) Climate Change and Sustainability Services team in Calgary. Elizabeth’s focus areas at EY are threefold: developing and ensuring credible non-financial reporting; environmental and regulatory operational improvement and corporate compliance; and supporting the development of sustainable businesses. While integrating sustainability into core business practices is sometimes challenging, especially in times of lower commodity prices, Elizabeth believes that the practice will ultimately lead to greater investment and confidence in business. APEGA has included a 2020-horizon goal related to sustainability in its current strategic plan: All stakeholders have evidence APEGA leads the world in incorporating sustainability (the consideration of economic, social and environmental factors) into the regulation and practice of Engineering and Geoscience. This is the driving force behind Elizabeth’s decision to run for APEGA Council. As Professional Engineers and Geoscientists, we commit to hold paramount the health, safety, and welfare of the public while holding high regard for the environment. Alberta, more often than not, finds itself front and centre in many conversations related to environmental stewardship and social responsibility, and their intersection with economic and industrial development. Developing a social licence for our practices can no longer just be about public safety and ethical work practices. Our social licence must include respect for and proactive action to protect all elements of the environment, traditional lands, and peoples, and foster the responsible management of our resources.
APEGA Activities • Member, APEGA (2012–present)
Affiliations, Corporate or Community Service • Volunteer Management Coordinator, Engineers Without Borders — Calgary Chapter (2013-2014) • Social Media Volunteer, Cybermentor (2013) • Board Member, Connecting Environmental Professionals — Calgary Chapter (2012–2015) • President, Engineers Without Borders — Calgary Chapter (2012-2013) • Communications Director, Engineers Without Borders — Calgary Chapter (2010–2012) • Volunteer Judge, Toronto Sci-Tech Fair (2005–2008) • Mentor, Cybermentor (2001–present) • Volunteer Judge, Calgary Regional Science Fair (2000–2004) • Member, APEGS
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