Where Property Meets Energy
Professionals with over 50 years of combined experience in commercial property development, investment, and refurbishment as well as the development of building-integrated and stand-alone renewable and reserve power, low-carbon energy plants, and energy storage facilities.
Managing Director
Simon has been a General Practice chartered surveyor since 1998 advising clients on commercial property matters including lease negotiations, development, and planning. He developed commercial properties in London and the South-East before moving into the energy space and founding Low Carbon Alliance Limited in 2010. Simon is experienced in developing renewable energy projects and advising on implementing energy initiatives across commercial property portfolios covering financial appraisals, legal structures, permitting, and planning.
Engineering Manager for Net Zero Buildings
Jamie is a mechanical engineer specialising in building decarbonisation and design management. During his distinguished career at Arup, he successfully led high-profile projects, including a landmark net zero mixed-use development in Dubai and a net zero 12 building campus in central Europe. Jamie’s innovative solutions in renewable energy systems substantially reduce carbon emissions and optimise energy efficiency. A mentor to junior engineers and a proactive advocate for sustainability, particularly in the HVAC industry, Jamie is an experienced and expert team leader.
Senior Planning Manager
Claudia is a chartered town planner with over 17 years experience in both public and private sectors. Specialising in residential and renewable energy developments, mixed-use, and commercial schemes, Claudia offers sound planning advice while navigating the intricacies of planning policy and environmental considerations. She is especially skilled in stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and community consultation.
PMO Analyst
Having come on board to gain experience working in the environmental and renewables space, Gina has now stepped into a permanent role in our Development Division, assisting with delivering large-scale solar and battery projects. Gina ensures a smooth flow of processes in the support of our projects by working with our subcontractors to track payments, using GIS systems to map out project details, and liaising with grid specialists. A passionate scuba-diver, Gina is a qualified Open Water Instructor and BSAC Dive Leader, as well as a being a talented and experienced welder.
Business Manager
As a results-oriented analyst and team lead with a passion for enabling wider teams to deliver, Nick joins our team at a time of rapid growth in the Net Zero sector. With a background in building loyal teams that can share and work towards a common vision, we are excited to have Nick join us as our product offerings evolve, facilitating businesses to achieve their energy and environmental aspirations.
Senior Energy Efficiency Engineer
Lewis has over a decade of experience in mechanical engineering, specialising in energy-efficient design, retrofit, and decarbonisation for commercial and infrastructure projects. He previously worked at Arup, leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver architecturally and technically sound solutions. A Chartered Engineer (CEng, IMechE) with an MEng from the University of Nottingham, Lewis has expertise in building performance, energy modelling, and net zero pathways.
Head of Grid Engineering
Amir has spent over a decade at the forefront of grid connections, advancing the integration of renewables and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) into power networks. He has worked at a senior level with Emeren Group, Honda R&D Europe, SSEN, and Alstom Grid. Holding a PhD in Electrical & Electronic Engineering from the University of Nottingham, he is a Chartered Engineer (CEng, IET) and Senior Member of IEEE. His expertise spans grid compliance, advanced power systems, and innovative energy solutions.
Senior Energy Efficiency Engineer
With extensive experience in project management and the renewable energy industry, Luis is an energetic and determined engineer.
Having begun his career in his home country of Spain, working on PVSyst simulations, PV-Thermal solar budgets, and project development, Luis transferred his project management skills to Africa where he oversaw all technical requirements of the construction of hospitals, clinics, and industrial facilities in Angola.
With his widely varied interests, Luis brings energy network experience, project development capabilities, and thought leadership on emerging energies such as Green Hydrogen to the team.
Head of Finance & Business Operations
With a background in database analytics, investment fund profiling, market monitoring and modelling, Samantha brings to the team a wealth of analytical and organisational skills.
Senior Energy Efficiency Engineer
Alex is a dedicated senior mechanical engineer with a strong focus on low-carbon system design and achieving net zero solutions. With a background in Civil Engineering, specialising in Environmental Engineering at the Masters level, Alex combines his engineering expertise with a passion for sustainability and energy efficiency.
PMO Analyst
We are delighted that Lily has chosen Low Carbon Alliance as the springboard for her career. With a first-class honours degree in Business Management from Newcastle University and a passion for making a difference, Lily targeted the Net Zero Industry to ensure her career adds value to what matters most to her, the environment. Joining our Net Zero Buildings team as a PMO Analyst, Lily will help drive delivery of business benefits to our clients, whilst keeping us on our toes to ensure we continually improve each part of the project management process. Having worked a ski season in Val-d’Isère, Lily is an avid skier and loves to cook and host dinner parties for her family and friends.
Marketing & Operations
Steph@lowcarbonalliance.co.uk
Policy & Public Relations
Meghan has over two decades of professional writing experience, specialising in strategic communication, public relations, and government affairs. She has worked closely with high-profile individuals and global media outlets, crafting impactful speeches, articles, press releases, and social media content to shape narratives and drive thought leadership. Meghan’s expertise extends to managing media relations, developing issue awareness campaigns, and creating strategic communication plans for firms in the green sector.
Investment Analyst
With extensive experience in business planning and financial modelling James has worked to deliver planning and financial modelling for the development and growth of new business ventures in the transport, infrastructure, property, energy, health and leisure, and data protection (GDPR compliance) sectors.