Stuart Kirk

Stuart is an environmental scientist and policy advisor with over 35 years of experience. He holds BSc and MSc degrees in Environmental Science and is a Chartered Water and Environmental Manager and a Fellow of the Schumacher Institute. His career includes roles within government and its environmental agencies, international consultancy, and the UK water industry. Presently working as an independent science advisor, Stuart was, until February 2023, a Lead Scientist in the Chief Scientist's Group of the Environment Agency (England) and a former 'National Seconded Expert' to the Chief Scientists Group of the European Commission (SAM Unit). In these roles, he led research and advised policymakers mostly on sustainability challenges and alternative futures. Prior to this Stuart lectured part-time on environmental issues at the University of Bristol and AgroParisTech (Montpellier). He is currently involved with various ‘think tanks’, research groups, European projects, and consultancies. His interests include sustainability transitions, interdisciplinary collaboration, and science communications.