I work across Government (national and local), and with developers, NGOs and academia to advance policy, practice and standards around net gain (biodiversity, natural capital and environmental). The current focus of my work is on biodiversity net gain legislation, the biodiversity metric and biodiversity net gain standards and guidance. I am also working on the evolving approach to marine net gain.
As a non-ecologist I am interested in how biodiversity and the
natural environment can contribute towards wider social and economic benefits.
I also have a strong interest in green infrastructure, especially in relation
to urban areas and its ability to enhance wider (grey) infrastructure
resilience.
I enjoy engaging with different sectors and
seeking opportunities to help secure the delivery of shared outcomes. I have
previously worked in the health, cultural and charitable sectors.
I was named in the ENDS Report Powerlist UK 100 most influential environmental professionals in 2022 & 2023.