Dr Andy Russell appointed to the Office for Environmental Protection’s College of Experts
Dr Andrew Russell, SFHEA, FRMetS, is Reader in Environmental Science and Policy, and Director of the Environmental Change and Communities Research Centre. Andy co-leads a £2.9m UKRI and Defra project looking at the impact of climate changes on coastal sustainability and is examining the policy implications. From September 2024, Dr Russell is seconded for 3 days a week to the UK Parliament as the Thematic Research Lead for Climate and Environment, supported by a £250k ESRC Fellowship.
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Dr Andy Russell, Reader in Environmental Science and Policy from GES in SSE, has been appointed to the Office for Environmental Protection's (OEP) College of Experts.
The OEP's College of Experts brings together leading specialists from across academia, policy and practice to provide independent expertise on complex environmental issues. The OEP was created under the Environment Act 2021 and the College of Experts contribute their knowledge to support the OEP's work in protecting and improving the environment and holding public authorities to account on environmental law and targets.
Dr Russell's research focuses on climate change adaptation, environmental governance, flood risk management, and the role of evidence in public policy. He has worked extensively with governments, agencies and stakeholders across the UK and internationally to improve understanding of climate and environmental risks and strengthen decision-making.
Commenting on his appointment, Dr Russell said: "I am delighted to join the OEP's College of Experts. Independent, evidence-based advice is essential for addressing the environmental challenges facing the UK. I look forward to contributing my expertise to support the OEP's important work and helping ensure that environmental policy and practice are informed by the best available evidence."
The appointment reflects Dr Russell's long-standing commitment to connecting academic research with policy and practice, and further strengthens Queen Mary University of London's contribution to environmental governance and sustainability.