About envirosense
envirosense® is comprised of an experienced team that offers trusted advice and project-specific services both in the UK and internationally.
Our intention is to build trusted relationships, maintain client confidentiality and deliver services that exceed expectations. Our principles are to:
- Be responsive
- Apply best-efforts
- Only accept work where we know we can deliver the service to meet the client’s expectations
- Ensure deliverables meet the expected completion dates
- Be honest and reliable
envirosense® works with a network of associates that we work with and manage. We can draw upon expertise in a specific niche if necessary. Contact us to discuss your project and how we can add value.
Robin Askey (BSc)
Managing Director
Robin has worked as an independent advisor providing expertise and due diligence for financial investment firms and the mining industry. He supports in tackling energy, greenhouse gas, and sustainability challenges specifically in the bioenergy industry – such as the EU Taxonomy alignment for bioenergy, infrastructure, and forestry assets, Renewable Energy Directive II compliance, and asset and investment climate-related risks.
Robin has also developed due diligence programme for the mineral industry (iTSCi – International Tin Supply Chain Initiative) which won the programme international recognition. He also developed due diligence systems for the timber industry recognised by the UK government.
He is also lead ISCC auditor specialising in the biofuels and chemical industry.
Jack Symonds (BSc Hons & MSc)
Director
Jack’s experience working on projects to conduct sustainability due diligence on renewable energy assets for investor acquisition and EU Taxonomy alignment assessment, coupled with his practical experience working with large energy installations complying with the Renewable Energy Directive (RED II) enables Jack to be well-placed to conduct technical assessments for investors, biofuels and energy generating installations. A fully qualified ISCC Auditor and certified GHG expert, Jack provides certification services to multinational companies with operations across Europe, North America and Southeast Asia and many bioenergy companies in the United Kingdom. Jack leads envirosense’s renewable energy and greenhouse gas services.
Richard Watkins (BSc (Hon), PDip.)
Director
Richard manages timber due diligence and supply chains drawing on over 25 years of experience in the timber industry working with high-value timber products to international paper companies and paper mills to ensure the sourcing of timber and wood fibre complies with legal obligations (Lacey Act, UK Timber Regulation and EU Timber Regulation). Richard advises on timber products company policy formation and sourcing analytics and advises companies on the assessment and mitigation of supply chain risk, based on principles of supply chain transparency and product traceability back to origin.
Emma Hughes (BA Hons & MSc)
Due Diligence Expert
Emma’s specialism comes in the Timber industry working in; consultancy, system implementation, bespoke due-diligence, and risk assessments for a wide variety of clientele.
Alongside Emma’s Timber expertise Emma additionally carries out Sustainability Audits, has experience in GHG accounting, and works in Reporting and Verification for the Environmental sector.
Jack Boyle (BSc Hons)
Head of Operations
Jack is an experienced sustainability professional specialising in renewable energy certification, environmental compliance, and greenhouse gas verification. As Head of Operations at EnviroSense International Ltd, he leads the delivery of third-party assurance services across standards such as ISCC, RED III, CORSIA, and the UK SAF Mandate. His work focuses on supporting bioenergy and aviation fuel clients with end-to-end compliance and sustainability reporting.
A certified GHG expert and qualified ISCC auditor, Jack manages audit teams and oversees project execution to ensure accurate, regulator-ready outcomes. He plays a key role in driving the operational and technical delivery of EnviroSense’s certification and verification services across the UK, Europe and beyond.
Elisa Colpo (BSc Hons & MSc)
Sustainability Verifier and Project Manager
Elisa is a skilled sustainability verifier and project manager with expertise in certification, chain of custody systems, and agroforestry supply chains. She specializes in sustainability auditing, due diligence, and risk assessments across a variety of clients, excelling in designing and implementing compliance systems aligned with FSC and PEFC standards. Fluent in English and Italian, Elisa effectively manages key accounts, engages with global clients, and delivers robust project outcomes.
Lucy Hutchings (BA Hons & MSc)
Sustainability Advisor & Verifier
Lucy is an environmental science professional with three years’ hands-on experience working in the renewables sector at a biogas and biomethane plant. During this time, she has developed a strong understanding of anaerobic digestion processes, biomethane upgrading, and the operational, environmental, and regulatory aspects of renewable gas production. She has contributed to plant monitoring, data analysis, and environmental compliance, supporting the efficient and sustainable operation of renewable energy systems.
Lucy holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Environmental Biology: Conservation and Resource Management from Swansea University, where she achieved a Merit. Her postgraduate studies strengthened her analytical and research capabilities, including environmental assessment, management and modelling.
She also holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Geography with Upper Second-Class Honours.
Lucy’s technical expertise, analytical skills and practical renewables experience has made her a valuable addition to the Team and is well-suited to supporting companies the transition to sustainable energy and assessment and verification against the Renewables Energy Directive (RED III).
Rob Griffiths
Methane Slip Assessor
Rob is an LDAR Inspector at Envirosense, specialising in anaerobic digestion (AD) plants for biomethane production. He carries out detailed leak detection and emissions surveys across the biomethane lifecycle, identifying and assessing fugitive methane emissions to support accurate reporting, regulatory compliance, and environmental permitting requirements. Rob works closely with operators to help them maintain permit compliance, demonstrate due diligence and improve overall environmental performance while reducing greenhouse gas impact.
Paul Adams (BSc, MSc, PHd)
Technical Auditor
Paul Adams is a Technical Auditor specialising in conducting ISCC (International Sustainability and Carbon Certification) audits. With 20 years of experience in the renewable energy industry, Paul has extensive expertise in assurance, sustainability verification, compliance assessment, and auditing across bioenergy and low-carbon fuel supply chains. Paul is a fellow chartered accountant with ICAEW and has worked as a lead auditor across Europe and in Asia-Pacific regions. He has a PhD in Life Cycle Assessment and greenhouse gas emissions from Bioenergy Systems and has published a book and several papers on this subject.
Lindsay Williams
Financial Controller
Lindsay is the financial controller and manages all financial matters for the company. Lindsay is also involved with verifying data and statistics related to aspects of the assurance engagement.
Rogelio Gonzales Tato (BSc & MSc)
Due Diligence Expert – Iberia
With on the ground experience in Sustainable Forest Management from across the globe, Rogelio’s specialist knowledge in assessing Forest Management Plans against a variety of different legislations has proven to be invaluable to the envirosense team in providing bespoke advice to investors and clients looking to expand and diversify their portfolios into forestry. Rogelio has many years of experience working within the timber industry, with the majority of his work revolving around assessing existing practices across the EU. Rogelio uses his in-depth knowledge of timber and paper supply chains to help a range of clients, from timber merchants to supermarkets, to meet the challenges and opportunities presented by the forestry industry and the EUTR.
Rob Taylerson
Software developer
Rob is the Technical Developer at Envirosense, leading the development and maintenance of bespoke digital registries that support robust environmental data management.
His expertise spans Energy Attribute Certificate systems and carbon insetting registries, ensuring transparent, traceable, and reliable sustainability reporting for clients.
ABOUT ENVIROSENSE
Since 2010 we have been working with organisations to improve their environmental and sustainability performance. With personnel based in Asia, Europe, West Africa and North America we have worldwide reach.
OUR VALUES
As a small-to-medium enterprise, each customer is valued and greatly appreciated. We have existing customers from the first few months of business. We value all clients and deliver work on time to the best of our ability.
ENVIROSENSE EXPERTISE
With experienced personnel in forestry, ecology, environmental science and engineering, we can ensure we have the ability and skills to support your project achieve its intended outcome.
Buckinghamshire Office:
Medius House, Sheraton Street, London, W1F 8BH
Phone – Buckinghamshire
+44 (0) 1494 792770
Email – Buckinghamshire
info@envirosenselimited.co.uk
Ledbury Office:
7a Homend Mews, Ledbury, Herefordshire, HR8 1BN
Phone – Ledbury
+44 (0) 1531 637396
Email – Ledbury
info@envirosenselimited.co.uk
Head Office:
Medius House,
Sheraton Street,
London,
W1F 8BH
Phone:
+44 (0) 1494 792770