The TAME Project unites academic researchers who measure and monitor changes in atmospheric qualities across the GTA, with stakeholders in the federal and municipal government, and local community partners.
The Principal Investigators of the TAME Project
The Toronto Atmospheric Monitoring of Emissions (TAME) project is led by a team of researchers who bring a wealth of expertise in atmospheric science, environmental policy, and urban sustainability. Their combined efforts are pivotal in advancing our understanding of greenhouse gas emissions and informing effective climate action strategies in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
Debra Wunch
Affiliation: University of Toronto
Expertise: Atmospheric Science and Greenhouse Gas Monitoring
Role: Dr. Wunch focuses on developing atmospheric observatories to quantify emissions of methane (CH₄) and carbon dioxide (CO₂). Her work emphasizes integrating top-down and bottom-up approaches to validate emissions inventories and track progress toward net-zero targets.
Jen Murphy
Affiliation: University of Toronto
Expertise: Atmospheric Measurements and Policy Impact Assessment
Role: Dr. Jen Murphy’s extensive experience in measuring air quality and criteria air contaminants supports the project’s goal of understanding how urban emissions impact air quality. She plays a key role in analyzing data to inform policy decisions aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Cora Young
Affiliation: York University
Group Website: www.cjygroup.com
Expertise: Measurement Techniques for Fluorinated Gases
Role: Dr. Cora Young specializes in monitoring fluorinated gases (F-gas), which are potent greenhouse gases used in heat pumps. Her innovative measurement techniques are critical for assessing F-gas emissions during heat pump installation and maintenance. This evaluation will help to ensure that the transition to heat pumps does not inadvertently increase greenhouse gas emissions.
Dylan Jones
Affiliation: University of Toronto
Expertise: Environmental Modelling
Role: Dr. Dylan Jones leads efforts to develop computer models that predict atmospheric burdens of greenhouse gases and criteria air contaminants. His modeling work is crucial for reconciling bottom-up and top-down emissions data, ensuring accurate assessments of urban emissions.
Dan Weaver
Affiliation: University of Toronto, Scarborough
Expertise: Atmospheric Column Measurements
Role: Dr. Dan Weaver contributes his expertise in atmospheric column measurements, particularly nitrogen dioxide (NO₂). His work enhances the project’s capability to monitor urban emissions comprehensively, providing essential data for validating emissions inventories.
TAME Project Coordinator
Bob Christensen
Affiliation: University of Toronto
Role: Bob Christensen serves as the central coordinator for the TAME project. He facilitates collaboration, coordinates meetings and workshops, tracks project progress, and manages project finances.
TAME Project Collaborators
The Toronto Atmospheric Monitoring of Emissions (TAME) project is strengthened by a dedicated group of collaborators from various organizations, each playing a vital role in our mission in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
Sebastien Ars - Research Scientist, Environment and Climate Change Canada
Felix Vogel - Research Scientist, Environment and Climate Change Canada
Xiaoyi Zhao - Research Scientist, Environment and Climate Change Canada
Maryam Shekarrizfard - Manager, Research and Innovation, The Atmospheric Fund
Ekaterina Tzekova - Director, Research and Innovation, The Atmospheric Fund
David Constable - Chief Development Officer, Kindred Works
Jonathan Graham - Manager, Building Performance, Kindred Works
Natalie Vasilivetsky - Project Manager, Sustainability Office, University of Toronto
Ron Saporta - Chief Operating Officer, Property Services & Sustainability, University of Toronto
Stewart Dankner - Director, Facilities Services, York University
Cara Sloat - Senior Mechanical Engineer, Hammerschlag & Joffe
Shahrzad Soudian - Sustainability Analyst, KPMB Architects
Myriam Tawadros - Principal, KPMB Architects
Natalia Restrepo-Coupe - Research Consultant, The University of Arizona
Our Team of Highly Qualified Personnel
The TAME project is supported by a talented group of Highly Qualified Personnel (HQP), who play a crucial role in advancing our research objectives by engaging in data collection, analysis, and the development of innovative methodologies for modelling and monitoring greenhouse gas emissions.