EnvCast: Environment Top 5

New EnvCast episode Environment Top 5: Sport and the Environment  This episode is a sport special, focused on sport and the environment from two registered environmental professionals themselves. We cover: Sport & Cultural Influence Partnerships Nature Climate equity  Capacity building and key takeaways  This special episode of EnvCast features Ben Barrett REnvP and Ellen Salter CEnv.   Speake...

This episode is a neurodiversity special, focused on Neurodiversity in Sustainability from two Chartered Environmentalists themselves. We cover: Neurodiversity skills in sustainability and it's importance Personal reflections Professional membership and neurodiversity  How to help families  Key Takeaways This special episode of EnvCast features two Chartered Environmentalists, Gill Mulroe and...

Environment Top 5: Trees special, focused on arboriculture as a sector, crowded landscape, climate change and species and pests, sustainable timber and certifications from two Chartered Environmentalists themselves. We cover: Arboriculture as a sector Forestry in a crowded landscape Climate change in terms of species selection, peats and diseases  Why Grown in Britain and Plant Healthy certificati...

Environment Top 5: Chartered Week special, focused on debunking myths about Chartership, what the benefits are for you and your employers and top tips from two Chartered Environmentalists themselves.   We cover: Myths on the Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv) application Explore why charterships might be valued by employers Different routes to CEnv Who could be a CEnv  Some top tips for your applic...

In this episode we cover: 03:00 - Collaboration 16:48 - Celebrating registrants 29:59 - Registrant growth 35:51 - Apprenticeships 47:07 - New Strategy (2026)  Speaker bios: Emma Wilcox CEnv began her career at the National Physical Laboratory after completing her PhD in physical metallurgy at the University of Surrey and her degree and Masters in Materials Science at Brunel University. Building on...

Environment Top 5: UK Carbon Budget & Growth Delivery Plan In this episode of EnvCast, we discuss the Environment Top 5 things to consider about the recent Carbon Budget & Growth Delivery Plan.  We cover: Introduction to the Carbon Budget and Growth Delivery Plan  Energy Security and Lowering Bills Jobs and Growth Improved Quality of Life and Health Protecting the Natural World This specia...

In this episode of EnvCast, we discuss the Environment Top 5 things to consider about waste resource management. We cover the circular economy, emissions trading, global plastics treaty, simpler recycling in England and our guests key takeaway for environmentalists. This special resource management episode of EnvCast features two Chartered Environmentalists, Dr Jane Gilbert and Dr Adam Read MBE. S...

In this episode of EnvCast, we discuss the Environment Top 5 things to consider about influencing others as an environmental professional. We cover influence from a behaviour change perspective and from within policy.  Our guests discuss both areas in terms of current trends, policy changes (EPR, fast fashion, climate ambassador programme, bag levy and more. Chapters: Subtopic 1: Influencing other...

In this episode of EnvCast, we discuss the Environment Top 5 things to consider about net zero. We cover the need for greater green skills, the different energy sources to diversify the grid, the place-based approach, nuclear options and much more.  This special episode is aligned with the Net Zero Week to raise greater awareness of net zero and the different options out there. Speaker bios: Kelo...

In this episode of EnvCast, we discuss the Environment Top 5 things to consider about artificial intelligence (AI) in environmental work.  We cover what AI is, the digital impact of AI, carbon emissions and environmental cost of AI, hardware considerations, ethics of using AI and advice for environmental practitioners. This special AI episode of EnvCast features two Chartered Environmentalists, As...

In this episode of EnvCast, we discuss the Environment Top 5 things to consider about renewable energy for Earth Day's theme of Our Power Our Planet. We cover Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG), peatland impacts, circular economy and what that looks like for renewable projects, the grid reform and what people should consider. This Earth Day special episode of EnvCast features two Chartered Environme...

In 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 SocEnv Soils and Stones project, a cross-sector network...

Meet 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 got started in Civil Engineering becoming an envir...

Meet 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  Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA). In this...

Meet 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 sector across the world. He discusses what...

Meet 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, giving advice to prospectus business owners, what it...

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 arable farming, what it's like to be leading the...

Join 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 background in environmental consultancy and her pa...

 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 projects. While it may not be an obvious connection,...

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 out our other platforms: YouTube: Society fo...

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 registration through the Institution of Agric...

This 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 security and sustainability. Georgina was...

This 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 bodies helps to drive forward carbon reduct...

This 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 Engagement Manager, Phil Underwood ACIM. // T...

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 water sector and Natalie's advi...