Richard joined T&E in 2025 from his previous role as Director of Transport Decarbonisation at a global sustainability consultancy. During his 8 years in consultancy, Richard worked on policy design, decarbonisation pathways, corporate sustainability strategy and due diligence for government, investors, fleets and infrastructure developers. Richard has worked across all modes of transport but specialises in electrification, freight decarbonisation, policy design and a just transition. Before consultancy, Richard completed a PhD in vehicle emission modelling at the University of Leeds. Outside of work, Richard enjoys hiking, carpentry and gardening.