Bioregional signs joint statement on climate change and planning
We've joined forces with industry leaders to call for the NPPF to be made fit for purpose to respond to the climate crisis
Lewis Knight
Director of Sustainable Places
I lead our work to create more sustainable homes, communities and places that are great places to live and work
As Director of Bioregional’s Sustainable Places team, I provide expertise on how to use our One Planet Living framework across masterplan and design briefs, construction and operation of new homes, communities and businesses.
After joining Bioregional in 2013 I worked on the UK's first eco-town development, NW Bicester, helping to deliver its sustainability aspirations using the One Planet Living Framework. I have helped to deliver a range of environmental projects across the wider town of Bicester and I’m currently a long-standing director of Bicester Green, a thriving reuse and sustainability centre.
I have helped to lead the delivery of One Planet Oxfordshire, a county-wide vision for a truly sustainable future and Oxfordshire Greentech, a business network for the low carbon future.
Before Bioregional
I worked in the planning department of a local authority as Sustainable Growth Officer and for Building Research Establishment (BRE) where I worked on large scale masterplans nationally and internationally and engaged with local authorities on sustainable planning and renewable energy.
When I'm not at work
I love spending time with my young family, watching almost any sport (especially my beloved Watford FC), attempting to still play football, getting out into the wild, pretending to bird watch and growing my own fruit and vegetables!
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