Centre for Climate Change Management (CCCM)

Your Partner in Pioneering a Sustainable, Low-Carbon Future

In the face of the global climate crisis, the Centre for Climate Change Management (CCCM) is driving impactful change. 

Our mission is to empower companies and organizations to thrive in a low-carbon economy. We develop effective decarbonization solutions, create opportunities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and respond to sustainability challenges. 

Services

Turning Big Ideas Into Bold Climate Action

We help businesses, governments, and communities turn bold ideas into impactful results.

From moving technology out of the lab to crafting strategies that cut emissions, we’re here to drive meaningful change. Together, we identify innovative solutions, implement them cost-effectively, and unlock new opportunities for success in the low-carbon economy.

Lead Change

Decarbonization for Heavy Industry

Decarbonization in heavy industry isn’t just a challenge—it’s a significant opportunity for change. At the CCCM, we empower heavy emitters to transform ambitious climate goals into actionable, measurable outcomes. By working closely with industry leaders, we identify, rigorously test, and de-risk innovative solutions that create lasting impact. Together, we’re building a practical and achievable path toward a cleaner, more sustainable future.
Drive Impact

Supporting Canadian SMEs and IRAP clients

CCCM offers NRC IRAP clients up to 120 hours of free consultancy. We assist with carbon emissions evaluations, technology proof-of-concept, data integration, and carbon economy guidance. Whether measuring emissions, tackling ESG reporting, or exploring opportunities, we help small businesses and cleantech start-ups succeed in the low-carbon economy while addressing challenges and opportunities.
Unlock Opportunities

Discover Smarter Solutions with CCCM

At the Centre for Climate Change Management, we turn big ideas into real-world results. By leveraging applied research, we close the gap between innovation and the implementation of decarbonization solutions.

Multi-Disciplinary Approach

Sustainability is about more than just great ideas—it’s about solutions that work in the real world. That’s why we take a holistic approach, evaluating every solution in context to ensure it’s sustainable for your organization and the community. From techno-economic analyses to stakeholder outreach and ESG metrics, we “pressure test” ideas to make sure they’re built to last.

As your partner, we’ll work closely with you to co-design practical, evidence-backed solutions that achieve your business goals, contribute to advancements in climate science, and identify future opportunities for innovation.

At CCCM, we channel over $1 million annually into the research, resources and expertise needed to develop industry partnerships and drive meaningful change.

As a coalition-in-residence, the Bay Area Climate Change Council (BACCC) unites 14 community leaders to create a resilient, net-zero carbon community by 2050, with primary objectives including the reduction of emissions from industry, transportation, and buildings.

At CCCM, your intellectual property stays yours. We’re committed to protecting your ideas while helping you maximize their impact. See our Commercialization of Intellectual Property Policy Statement.

C2R2, a pan-Canadian coalition, supports the transition to a low-carbon economy by addressing the skills gap. Through inclusive, diverse, and equitable initiatives, it’s creating thousands of opportunities for training and research.

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Meet the Team

Our multi-disciplinary applied research team brings a diverse skillset to every project. Meet the team or browse our full team index.
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Emily Vis

Manager, Industry Partnerships

Jesse Elders

Manager, Bay Area Climate Change Council (On Leave)

Julia McLeod

Program Coordinator, Bay Area Climate Change Council

Katherine Flynn

General Manager, Centre for Climate Change Management (On Leave)

Nico Strabac

Project Lead, Centre for Climate Change Management

Ryan Capobianco

Project Lead - Cleantech and SME Solutions

Julie Florio

A/General Manager, Centre for Climate Change Management

Shefaza Esmail

Project Manager, SME Solutions

Case Studies

See What Our Passionate Team of Problem Solvers Can Do

Experience the magic of IDEAWORKS: developing key insights for our partners and providing solutions that address challenges head-on.

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Climate Action and Sustainability
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Beyond Coal: The Role of Wood in Industrial Decarbonization
Climate Action and Sustainability
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Stronger Together: How BACCC is Driving Collective Climate Action
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Energy Retrofits Made Easy: The Better Homes Hamilton Approach

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Emily Vis

Manager, Industry Partnerships

Emily serves as the Manager of Industry Partnerships at the Centre for Climate Change Management at Mohawk College. Her work bridges the gap between academic research and practical implementation to accelerate climate action of project partners. By combining technical knowledge with project coordination, she adds knowledge and dedicated capacity that balance environmental benefits with partner goals and implementation feasibility.  

Before Mohawk, Emily worked within the Hamilton non-profit sector supporting local businesses in identifying and supporting sustainability-related goals. Her technical abilities are a result of her background in micro and molecular biology, which is complemented by a post-graduate diploma in Environmental Management and Assessment. 

Jesse Elders

Manager, Bay Area Climate Change Council (On Leave)

IDEAWORKS bio coming soon. To learn more about our team, please reach out.

Julia McLeod

Program Coordinator, Bay Area Climate Change Council

BACCC Program Coordinator 

Julia is a solution-focused leader responsible for overseeing BACCC’s communications, administration, and project management initiatives. She leverages her expertise in sustainability and communications to drive climate action efforts. Julia strongly believes that fostering a collaborative environment is key to achieving the Hamilton-Burlington Bay Area’s target of net zero carbon by 2050.  

Prior to her role at BACCC, Julia worked closely with local businesses and community organizations to implement sustainability strategies and meet greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets.  

Julia holds a Master of Environment and Business from the University of Waterloo and a Bachelor of Science from Western University. 

Katherine Flynn

General Manager, Centre for Climate Change Management (On Leave)

Kate Flynn is the General Manager of the Centre for Climate Change Management at Mohawk College, where she leads a team of researchers and staff in designing climate change solutions with industry, government, and community partners. Kate has worked in the sustainability field for over 10 years, with a focus on tackling urban and industrial climate change challenges. She also serves on the board of the Social Planning and Research Council of Hamilton. Kate is a graduate of Queen’s University and the University of Oxford, UK.

Nico Strabac

Project Lead, Centre for Climate Change Management

Project Lead, Centre for Climate Change Management

A capable project manager and skilled communicator who applies a collaborative, solutions-focused mindset to tackle tricky problems.  A Project Lead within the Centre for Climate Change Management, Nico has a passion for helping municipal, community and industry partners achieve climate-solutions through Applied Research projects.  Nico’s skillset includes carbon accounting & emissions baselining, techno-economic & lifecycle assessments, and wrap-around project management supports including project scoping, research funding acquisition, stakeholder management and research communications.  A notable example of Nico’s work in the community is Better Homes Hamilton home energy retrofit program, which was developed for the City of Hamilton.  

Before joining IDEAWORKS, Nico worked within the Sustainability Office at Mohawk College where he oversaw initiatives designed to improve campus environmental performance and led both institutional sustainability and environmental compliance reporting efforts. He holds both a Master’s Degree in Environment & Sustainability (MES) and a Bachelor of Biological Sciences majoring in Ecosystem Health from Western University.   

Ryan Capobianco

Project Lead - Cleantech and SME Solutions

Ryan Capobianco is a Project Lead for the Low Carbon Readiness Program, possessing 8+ years of combined academic and professional experience within the environment field. Within this role as Project Lead, Ryan collaborates with small-to-medium businesses to provide solutions related to the low carbon economy, sustainability, and climate change. This work includes but is not limited to carbon accounting, calculating and setting baselines for carbon emissions, conducting carbon Lifecycle Analyses, and providing recommendations for clients to reduce their environmental footprint. 

Previously, Ryan has worked for Oceana Canada as Plastics Campaign Researcher, focusing on the plastics policy landscape in Canada. He has also led waste audits across Canada with AET Group. Ryan graduated from the University of Waterloo in 2021 with a Bachelor of Environmental Studies, and in 2023 with a Master’s degree in Social and Ecological Sustainability. 

Julie Florio

A/General Manager, Centre for Climate Change Management

A skilled manager, project leader and communicator, Julie thrives on delivering impactful solutions for complex challenges. With an impressive record of accomplishment at Mohawk College, Julie has managed over 20 Applied Research projects, co-authored several research and investment fund submissions, led teams in the development and launch of institutional policy, employee tools, templates and resources, and devised communications and training resources on several subjects.   

Previously within the Ontario Government, Julie led numerous projects and initiatives within the Ministries of the Attorney General, Government Services, Culture, and Treasury Board Secretariat. Julie has an interdisciplinary background, graduating from both the University of Toronto and Sheridan College, and believes strongly in new ideas, creative collaboration, and fostering strong communities. 

Shefaza Esmail

Project Manager, SME Solutions

IDEAWORKS bio coming soon. To learn more about our team, please reach out.