Ian James Email and Phone Number

I am currently a Director / Founding Member of WKC Group, which offers ESIA, Air Quality, Acoustics, Ecology, Permit Application Package, and Marine Modelling Services (www.wkcgroup.com). I have over 18 years of experience in the Middle East region and 21 years of experience globally, predominately leading the delivery of ESIA and air quality studies, and hold an Honours Degree and PhD in Chemistry.Prior to the establishment and management of ERM's Abu Dhabi Office in 2006, I was employed as a Principal Consultant at URS - Abu Dhabi. / URS - London offices for six years. I have significant experience in the power, oil & gas, petrochemical and mining sectors, and have advised on projects located in over 30 countries.

Established and led the development of the Abu Dhabi office for ERM, as well as a continuous involvement in the technical delivery of a number of oil, gas, petrochem and power projects.

Key responsibilities included the development of ESIA and air quality studies within the UAE and wider Middle East region.

The role involved predominately air dispersion modelling studies for a wide range of power projects across the UK.