As engineers our ultimate problem solving challenge is averting climate crisis and facilitating adaption. As one of the premier built-environment practices Hoare Lea has so much to contribute to new build and re-purposing projects. My role is to bring forwards the right knowledge, people and thinking to match the tone of our clients and the project context. With a track record for great technical solutions we are now growing into new spaces driven by people and planet centered design. It is often said, but we really are doing it!

Driving the design and evolution of the new "This is Gravity" Local Enterprise Zone at Puriton in Somerset. Bringing technical, commercial and practical experience in the design and development of Low Carbon business facilities, services and infrastructure to accommodate the forward looking, values driven enterprises of the future.

Working with you to deliver early technical and commercial design impact (typically RIBA stage 0-3) on heat, power, waste and Clean Growth projects at all scales across South West and Southern England. Sitting client side through procurement, construction and operational phases to oversee delivery of commercial, environmental and CSR outcomes.

Working within the Midas Group leading Midas Energy.Identifying energy sector opportunities to underpin the wider Midas Construction Group. Collaborating with Mi-space Asset Management to deliver domestic heat & power projects at scale to local authority and housing association clients. Managing new business developments, frameworks and other project requests. Co-ordinating content and design of documentation and presentations.Using established network of relationships with commercial, private and social investors to introduce funding for new project development and delivery. Managing development of renewable technology specification using in-house team and resources. Supporting clients in promoting projects internally through presentations to boards, trustees and FM's. Creating "investor ready" proposals and sourcing funding.

Working with this great group of people to help those in business across the county become more sustainable and environmentally benign. Also to celebrate and promote best practice and share skills and experiences between organisations.

A dynamic and award winning renewable technologies consultancy. As the technical director I was responsible for helping clients link their business strategy with the technologies and incentives available to them. I am passionate about delivering projects that make a difference to clients financially, culturally and strategically. I am always inspired by organisations using the green agenda and social capital to light the path to sustainability!

Working with community building tenants and owners to install renewable technology systems. Supporting fund raising activities and applications, designing systems and project managing installations.Helping community organisations become energy literate and independent, freeing up valuable cash for social enterprise and community development.