Creating Solutions Internationally in Rural and Urban Areas
With a combined 40+ years of expertise serving diverse audiences and industries, we’ve married traditionally disconnected fields to create a fresh, informed perspective.
SERI® services are unique and based on practical experience working with private companies, government, community groups, and individuals. Located in Calgary, we work with clients throughout Alberta and across the globe.
Let’s talk about your challenges and opportunities.
Email: hello@seri.ca
SERI® Services
We work within four core sectors:
About us
A strong connection between building and business professionals — this is SERI®’s key to success, and we bring this talent to every plan and project.
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Christopher de Laforest, P.Eng., CPHC
Chris’s expertise was shaped by his Saskatchewan roots and international project experience in Europe. As SERI®’s Engineering Director, his work has spanned petroleum drilling and completions, commercial buildings, home renovations and retrofits, onshore and offshore environments, and the energy sector.
Chris is a Professional Engineer and Certified Passive House provider. From energy-sector work to building retrofits, he brings a detailed, practical approach to performance and long-term value. His interest in efficient design and approaches to work and living spaces supports SERI® projects with technical insight, cost awareness, and a focus on durable, high-performing outcomes.
Elan de Laforest, P.Biol., MBA
Elan’s experience was shaped by her early years on an Alberta farm. As a biologist, she worked closely with farmers, ranchers, and small businesses, building a practical understanding of operations, risk, and decision-making. Her interest in business continuity and emergency planning grew through her education and hands-on experience with flooding and oil spill incidents.
As a strategic advisor and coach, she helps clients navigate different perspectives and clarify priorities, bringing policy, leadership, and planning expertise to every SERI® project.
Our Values
SERI® is a group of accredited and experienced professionals bridging traditionally distinct fields, integrating knowledge from business, engineering, environmental science, energy, and health.
SERI® works with skilled specialists and trusted contractors who are considered part of our team. These long-term relationships are built on meticulous work, sound judgment, and professional care.
Reliability, follow-through, and attention to detail are simply how we work — and we strive to exceed expectations on every project.
Credentials and professional affiliations include:
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email: hello@seri.ca