I am passionate about seeing transition to a fossil fuel free world at a local level. My day job involves working for the Church of England Diocese of Leeds as their Environment Officer, leading on their net zero carbon by 2030 action plan. I love the local Yorkshire countryside and am a keen mountain-biker and orienteer. 

I have been involved in further education for 19 years, with 4 years spent at Harrogate College as Principal. I care deeply about giving people life changing opportunities through education. Being a trustee of ZCH gives me an opportunity to extend my involvement in our community, to help support people as part of a sustainable society.

I am a retired local government officer, having specialised in transport policy and strategy development. Following a personal interest in the development of a low-energy housing project, I now live in one of only a handful of certified Passivhaus homes in Yorkshire.

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Originally from Canada and with a background in joinery and conservation, I relocated to the UK to pursue a career in heritage conservation. I firmly believe that a pathway to net zero must include nature recovery, resilient ecosystems and circular economy principles. My views are shaped by social philosopher, Roman Kznaric's 'The Good Ancestor'.

I am a qualified Estates Surveyor and Programme Manager and Director of Yorkshire-based FM Management Solutions.

As a grandmother of five gorgeous children all under 8 years old, I am very passionate about taking urgent and positive action to help deliver a sustainable environment for future generations.

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With a background in consulting and project management, I hope to use my skills to support the work being done by ZCH to reduce carbon emissions. My old farmhouse is currently undergoing a full retrofit and I manage my smallholding on the edge of the Dales for conservation.

With an MSc in Charity Accounting I have over 30 years’ experience in the not for profit and charity sector and am a member of several sector bodies.

I have a long-term interest in sustainable living, and when I am not with my 4 grandchildren, I enjoy tending to my allotment, walking, pilates and yoga.