In our new format, this monthly EnvCast podcast series, features special guests highlighting an environment top 5 each month. Each month we welcome two environmental professionals to explore what they believe to be the top 5 things to consider within a particular topic. Topics range from climate to leadership, agriculture to AI, and everything in between. Look out for some curveballs in the top 5 each month, and remember, we can’t cover every important thing within a topic. Our aim is to unc ...
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Environment Top 5: What impact does Water have on Soils? World Water Day
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54:15In this episode of EnvCast, we discuss the Environment Top 5 things to consider about Soils and Water ahead of World Water Day 2025. We cover glaciers, soil management, impact of water on soils, the importance of collaboration and much more. This World Water Day special episode of EnvCast features two Chartered Environmentalists active in the SocEn…
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What is Climate Investment? In Conversation with an ESG Analyst in Asset Management
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49:51Meet Divya Deepankar CEnv, an ESG Analyst at Jupiter Asset Management. Divya gained Chartered Environmentalist registration via Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA) in 2020. In this episode of EnvCast, we discuss climate investment with Divya Deepankar CEnv, she discusses what it is like working in asset management, how she g…
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Discussing Sustainability in Teaching with Dr Edvard Glücksman CEnv
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46:42Meet Dr Edvard Glücksman CEnv, a Senior Lecturer in Sustainable Futures at the University of Exeter. Edvard is also the Academic Lead, for Future17 Sustainable Development Goals Challenge Programme and Programme Director for Sustainable Solutions Leadership Programme. Edvard gained his Chartered Environmentalist registration via Institute of Enviro…
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Water Chemistry and Becoming an Environmental Professional with Rami Kremesti CEnv
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34:12Meet Rami Kremesti CEnv, a Managing Director and Principal Consultant at Kremesti Environmental Consulting Ltd. Rami gained his Chartered Environmentalist registration via Chartered Institution of Water & Environmental Management (CIWEM). In this episode of EnvCast, Rami discusses starting his career in chemistry and creating solutions in the water…
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Discussing Sustainability Consulting with Dominic Tantram CEnv
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57:33Meet Dominic Tantram CEnv, a founding partner and consultant at Terrafiniti. Dominic gained his Chartered Environmentalist registration via Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM). In this episode of EnvCast, Dominic sheds light on the critical role of sustainable consulting. He discusses starting his own business, givin…
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Have you ever heard a farmer be an environmentalist? Meet Will Oliver CEnv, the only chartered environmentalist to call himself a farmer, Will gained his Chartered Environmentalist registration via Institute of Agricultural Management (IAgrM). In this episode of EnvCast, Will sheds light on the critical role of sustainable farming. He discusses ara…
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World Environment Day Special 2023- Plastic Pollution
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31:15Join us for our World Environment Day Special 2023 podcast episode featuring Becky McLean, Head of Sustainability at Sweco, hosted by Dougal Driver, our World Environment Day lead. In this episode, we delve deeper into the impact of plastic pollution and explore ways we can all contribute towards creating a sustainable future. Becky discusses her b…
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Have you ever heard of a role that combines sustainability and defence? Meet Peter Egan CEnv, a Requirements Manager for UK Strategic command who gained his Chartered Environmentalist registration via The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) In this episode of EnvCast, Peter sheds light on the critical role of sustainability in major defence proj…
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Today's special guest features Rob Bradley CEnv, who gained his Chartered Environmentalist registration via his membership of the Institute of Water 10 years ago. Rob is a Professional Registration manager at IWater- check out this episode to learn more about the water sector and Rob’s unconventional career path into the environmental sector! Check…
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This month's release is a conversation between Alex Cooke CEnv, Principal Catchment Scientist at Severn Trent Water. and Phil Underwood, Engagement Manager, here at Society for the Environment (SocEnv). Listen to this episode to find out more about challenges and opportunities within sustainability and the water sector! Alex was awarded her CEnv re…
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In Conversation with Georgina Stickels CEnv
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50:27This month's new release is a conversation between Georgina Stickels CEnv, Head of External Relations at the United Nations World Food Programme Kenya and Phil Underwood, Engagement Manager, here at Society for the Environment (SocEnv). Listen to this episode to find out more about environmental management within an international organisation, food…
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In Conversation with Stewart Priddle CEnv
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40:39This month's EnvCast episode features Stewart Priddle CEnv, Technical Director at Freedom and registered via the Institution of Agricultural Engineers. Stewart is interviewed about his background and career in the land management sector by SocEnv's Engagement Manager, Phil Underwood ACIM. Sharing ideas about sustainability between professional bodi…
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In Conversation with Stephen Wielebski CEnv
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56:42This month's EnvCast episode features Stephen Wielebski, a leading CEnv and built environment professional. Stephen is a Principal Partner at Independent Construction & House Building Consultant and is a Chartered Environmentalist via CIOB. For this episode of EnvCast, Stephen is interviewed about his background and career by SocEnv's own Engagemen…
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This month's new release is a conversation between Natalie Akroyd CEnv, Head of Water Strategy & Environment at South Staffs Water & Cambridge Water, Technical Director at Water Resources East and Phil Underwood, Engagement Manager, here at Society for the Environment (SocEnv). Listen to this episode to find out more about sustainability in the wa…
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This month's new release is a conversation between Lara Young CEnv, Group Climate Change Director at Costain, and Phil Underwood, Engagement Manager, here at Society for the Environment (SocEnv). Lara was awarded her registration through the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA) and was named Registrant Newcomer of the Year 2…
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This month's new release is a conversation between Paul Field CEnv MIEMA, Environmental & Compliance Manager at Janus International Europe Ltd , and Dr Emma Wilcox CEnv, Chief Executive, here at Society for the Environment (SocEnv). Paul was awarded his registration through the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA) and was na…
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In Conversation with Bart Kolodziejczyk OAM CEnv
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44:43This month's new release is a conversation between Bart Kolodziejczyk OAM CEnv PhD FRSA FRGS FIEC FLS FIET FRSC, Associate Director at Boston Consulting Group (BCG), and Phil Underwood, Engagement Manager, here at Society for the Environment (SocEnv). Bart was awarded his registration through the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC). // Twitter: @SocE…
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World Environment Day Special - Only One Earth
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42:13This year, the global theme for World Environment Day is ‘Only One Earth', which sets the topic for this episode. Dougal Driver FICFor CEnv, will be conducting the interview as a special guest host. As he is World Environment Day lead at the Society, that makes him the ideal chair for this special episode of the podcast. Dougal is a Chartered Envir…
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In Conversation with Claire Wansbury CEnv
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58:38This month's new release is a conversation between Claire Wansbury CEnv FCIEEM FLS CEcol CMLI, Associate Director of Ecology at Atkins, and Phil Underwood, Engagement Manager, here at Society for the Environment (SocEnv). Claire was awarded her registration through the Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM). If you are…
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This month's new release is a conversation between Becky Toal CEnv MIEMA MBA MSC BSC, Managing Director of Crowberry Consulting, and Sarah Ridgeon, Policy and Communications Officer, here at Society for the Environment (SocEnv). Diverse Sustainability Initiative - Crowberry Consulting is a women owned/LGBT business that is trying to break down bar…
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Note: This episode was recorded remotely, adhering to UK Government advice during the COVID-19 pandemic. This month's new release is a conversation between Dr Adam Read FCIWM CEnv, Director Of External Affairs at SUEZ & President of the Chartered Institution of Wastes Management, and Phil Underwood, Engagement Manager, here at Society for the Env…
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Note: This episode was recorded remotely, adhering to UK Government advice during the COVID-19 pandemic. This month's new release is an insightful discussion between Dr Gavin Dunn, Chief Executive of the Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE), and Dr Emma Wilcox CEnv, Chief Executive, here at Society for the Environment (SocEnv). // Twi…
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Note: This episode was recorded remotely, adhering to UK Government advice during the COVID-19 pandemic. This month's new release is a conversation between Kath Norgrove CEnv FCIWEM C.WEM, Network Optimisation Specialist at Severn Trent, and our Host , Phil Underwood, Engagement Manager here at Society for the Environment (SocEnv). Some Useful Link…
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COP26 Insights - In Conversation with Sandra Norval CEnv
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32:15Note: This episode was recorded remotely, adhering to UK Government advice during the COVID-19 pandemic. This month's new release is a post COP26 conversation between Sandra Norval MBA FIEMA CEnv, Board Vice Chair and Honorary Treasurer at Society for the Environment (SocEnv) & Future Growth Lead at Southern Water, and Sarah Ridgeon, Policy and Com…
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In Conversation with Amanda Williams CEnv
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24:29Note: This episode was recorded remotely, adhering to UK Government advice during the COVID-19 pandemic. This month's new release is an in-depth conversation between Amanda Williams MIEMA CEnv, Head of Sustainability for Steam Specialties at Spirax-Sarco Engineering , and Guest Host Sandra Norval MBA FIEMA CEnv , Board Vice Chair and Honorary Treas…
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Note: This episode was recorded remotely, adhering to UK Government advice during the COVID-19 pandemic. This month's new release is an in-depth conversation between Alice Hands FRGS CEnv MIEMA, Head of Ethical and Sustainable Procurement at Sir Robert McAlpine, and Geoff Atkins, Head of Licensing, Registration and Standards, here at Society for th…
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Note: This episode was recorded remotely, adhering to UK Government advice during the COVID-19 pandemic. This month's new release is an in-depth conversation between Harry Sealy CEnv, Global Technology Lead, Sustainability & Climate Action, and Environmental & Sustainability Manager at Jacobs, in Qatar, and Dr Emma Wilcox, Chief Executive here at …
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World Environment Day Special - Ecosystem Restoration
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40:05Note: This episode was recorded remotely, adhering to UK Government advice during the COVID-19 pandemic. This year, the global theme for World Environment Day is ‘Ecosystem Restoration’, which sets the topic for this episode. Dougal Driver FICFor CEnv, will be conducting the interview as a special guest. As he is World Environment Day lead at the S…
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Note: This episode was recorded remotely, adhering to UK Government advice during the COVID-19 pandemic. This month's new release is a fascinating conversation between Dan Reading CEnv, Head of Sustainability at World Sailing, and Dr Emma Wilcox, Chief Executive here at Society for the Environment (SocEnv). Dan discusses his current role within an …
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Note: This episode was recorded remotely, adhering to UK Government advice during the COVID-19 pandemic. This month's new release is an insightful conversation between Stuart Wilkie CEnv, Environment and Certification Manager at Scottish Woodlands, and Phil Underwood, Engagement Manager here at Society for the Environment (SocEnv). Stuart Wilkie CE…
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Note: This episode was recorded remotely, adhering to UK Government advice during the COVID-19 pandemic. This month's new release is a riveting conversation between David Inman CEnv, Director and Chartered Environmental Surveyor at DIEM Ltd, and Phil Underwood, Engagement Manager here at Society for the Environment (SocEnv). David Inman CEnv is a C…
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Note: This episode was recorded remotely, adhering to UK Government advice during the COVID-19 pandemic. This month's new release is a fascinating conversation between Dr Colin Church CEnv, Chief Executive at the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3), and Dr Emma Wilcox, Chief Executive here at Society for the Environment (SocEnv). Col…
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In this episode we talk about all things Registered Environmental Practitioner (REnvP) - a professional registration recently launched by the Society for the Environment. Registered Environmental Practitioner (REnvP) is a professional registration recognising the competence, skills and commitment of professionals working to enhance or protect the e…
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Note: This episode was recorded remotely, adhering to UK Government advice during the COVID-19 pandemic. Seasons Greetings! Welcome to a special festive bonus episode, showcasing our bloopers from our Interviews with Environmental Professionals series. Enjoy! // Twitter: @SocEnv_HQ // YouTube: Society for the Environment // Website: Socenv.org.uk /…
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World Environment Day Special - Biodiversity
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35:44Note: This episode was recorded remotely, adhering to UK Government advice during the COVID-19 pandemic. This year, the global theme for World Environment Day is ‘Biodiversity’, which sets the topic for this episode. Dougal Driver CEnv, will be conducting the interview as a special guest. As he is World Environment Day lead at the Society, that mak…
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Note: This episode was recorded remotely, adhering to UK Government advice during the COVID-19 pandemic. Tim Walker is acting Chief Executive of acr21, an umbrella waste management partnership representing 6 councils in Northern Ireland, who look to manage and develop waste facilities. He has over 20 years experience working in the public sector, p…
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Note: This episode was recorded in December 2019, before the awareness of the pandemic COVID-19. Therefore, upcoming events mentioned in this episode will not be held as stated, due to UK Government advice. Penny Walker is an independent facilitator, trainer, coach and consultant working to bring about change for sustainable development. She suppor…
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Ross Weddle is a Consultant, Research Associate at Northumbria University, and Director for multiple companies, offering professional expertise in Forestry and Land Management, Sustainability, Renewable Energy, and Planning (spatial, community and project). He has worked in the forestry sector for 30 years, accumulating experience, and sharing his …
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Our February podcast is on the special subject of Apprenticeships, tying in with National Apprenticeship week (3rd - 9th February 2020). The Society supported the development and subsequent 2019 launch of the Level 6 Environmental Practitioner degree apprenticeship - the very first degree apprenticeship for the environment sector. Thanks to the ass…
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Elaine McFarlane has had a long-standing career with Shell Global Solutions, with her current role as Fuels Scientist spanning over 12 years. As a member of the Energy Institute (EI) and a member of the Royal Society of Biology (RSB), she Chairs the Energy Institute’s Aviation Miscellaneous Test Methods Panel, and she was former Chair the Energy In…
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Diana Pound is Director of Dialogue Matters and a professional Stakeholder Dialogue designer, facilitator, trainer and adviser. In 2019, she received the IUCN, Commission for Education and Communication, Award for Excellence in West Europe, and Highly Commended Environmental Professional by SocEnv. She has successfully led on the delivery of over 9…
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An Interview with Dan Hamza-Goodacre CEnv
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39:37Dan Hamza-Goodacre is Executive Director of the Kigali Cooling Efficiency Program, a global initiative helping developing countries improve the efficiency of cooling as they reduce pollution from F-gases. He has worked on sustainable development in the public and private sectors across the globe for over 20 years. ClimateWorks Foundation: www.clima…
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For our fifth episode, we are interviewing Martin Baxter BSc, MSc, CEnv, FIEMA, FRSA, MIoD, Chief Policy Advisor at Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA). He became Chief Policy Advisor 10 years ago, and has national and international experience in developing and negotiating global and European standards, and developing capaci…
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In our fourth episode, we interview Finn Coyle CEng CEnv, Head of Engineering, Buses at Transport for London. Finn is a Mechanical Engineer with a background in diesel engine performance and emissions development, having held roles within the Transport for London for 11 years. Finn is a Chartered Environmentalist via the Institution of Mechanical E…
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For our third episode, we are interviewing Jerome Baddley CEnv FIEMA, Deputy Director of the National Sustainable Development Unit for the NHS, Public Health and Social Care at the NHS and Public Health England. He has spent 10 years supporting health and social care organisations, businesses, third sector and communities to implement strategic and…
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The guest interviewee for our second podcast series episode is Steve Coles REnvTech, Process Controller at Anglian Water. Steve is based at Wing Water Treatment Works, which treats water extracted from Rutland Water reservoir. He also acts as a Biodiversity Champion, encouraging biodiversity by cultivating flower fields at the Wing site. Steve gain…
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An Interview with Professor James Longhurst HonFSE CEnv
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26:11For our exciting launch this World Environment Day, with the theme this year being air pollution, we are speaking in depth with Professor James Longhurst HonFSE CEnv, who has a primary academic research interest in air quality and carbon management. Further information about Professor James Longhurst, The University of the West of England, and a ra…
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Our podcast series is designed to provide insight into the lives of environmental professionals. What drives them? How did they get where they are today? Why do they do what they do? On the first Wednesday of each month, we will be finding out! The selection of Chartered Environmentalists and Registered Environmental Technicians that we’ll be inter…
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