Catherine Anderson serves as the Technical Director at WSP in the UK, where she leverages her extensive 20 years of experience in Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and major permissions consents management to drive forward significant infrastructure projects within the energy sector. Her expertise spans a...
Catherine Anderson serves as the Technical Director at WSP in the UK, where she leverages her extensive 20 years of experience in Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA) and major permissions consents management to drive forward significant infrastructure projects within the energy sector. Her expertise spans a diverse array of industries, including nuclear new build and decommissioning, offshore wind, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), hydropower, and thermal energy. Catherine has been instrumental in shaping strategic approaches to EIA, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations while promoting sustainability and carbon management practices.
Currently, Catherine is leading key projects that focus on the integration of innovative environmental management systems and climate change mitigation strategies. Her role involves not only overseeing the EIA process but also fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams to deliver solutions that are both effective and environmentally responsible. Notably, her embedded secondment as EIA Lead for the Moorside nuclear power station exemplifies her capability to manage complex projects that require a nuanced understanding of regulatory frameworks and stakeholder engagement.
Catherine's commitment to sustainability is evident in her approach to project management, where she emphasizes the importance of ecological considerations and carbon reduction initiatives. By harnessing her skills in remediation and pumped storage, she is dedicated to advancing the energy sector's transition towards more sustainable practices. As a thought leader in major infrastructure development, Catherine Anderson continues to influence the future of energy projects, ensuring they align with both national objectives and global sustainability goals.
