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I am a Sustainability Consultant specialising in helping organisations across all sectors and stages develop practical, commercially-focused sustainability strategies that win tenders, secure contracts, and unlock funding opportunities.

 

My expertise lies in translating complex sustainability requirements into actionable roadmaps that deliver measurable environmental impact while strengthening competitive positioning and driving business growth.

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I have led sustainability departments at several companies, most recently at Oxwash, a B Corp-certified laundry company, where I developed strategies that extended textile lifespans while reducing carbon emissions and water stress. I provide pragmatic, cost-effective solutions that meet regulatory requirements, satisfy investor ESG criteria, and differentiate you in competitive procurement processes.

As an IEMA Associate member, I bring deep technical expertise in Carbon Accounting & Reporting (GHG Protocol), Science-Based Target Setting (SBTi), Circular Business Models, Life Cycle Assessment, and Extended Producer Responsibility. I help clients navigate emerging regulations, prepare for mandatory sustainability disclosures, and build credible sustainability credentials that resonate with B2B clients, investors, and grant-making bodies.

I have worked extensively with the NHS and been part of an NHS Net Zero working group, giving me thorough familiarity with how the NHS operates and the specific requirements expected of NHS suppliers. This experience enables me to help organisations position themselves effectively for NHS procurement processes and meet the sustainability standards demanded by the health service.

I also bring specialised knowledge of the textile and fashion sectors, with technical expertise in fibre types, supply chain sustainability characteristics, textile processing impacts, and circular design principles. This sector-specific insight allows me to provide additional value when advising textile companies through sustainability transformations. I also run Untied workshops teaching mending, repair, and garment care—reflecting my broader commitment to systemic change in how we produce, use, and care for textiles.

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Whether you're taking your first steps or accelerating existing commitments, I'm here to help you build a strategy that works for your business. Let's talk about where you are now and where you want to go.

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