About Richard Sturman
Richard is passionate about improving environmental sustainability. He uses his business strategy experience to ensure that sustainability objectives are clear and understood at a senior level. He developed the energy strategy for AstraZeneca’s global business balancing the need to reduce energy costs, reduce CO2 emissions and improve security of supply. He has also devised the sustainability strategy for a new $500m site. Richard steered AstraZeneca to a 20% reduction in CO2 emissions in 3 years, together with an 18% reduction in energy usage. He has experience of energy procurement, renewable power purchase agreements and led the development of a 23MW CHP plant.
Specialisms
Energy Management
Environmental Management
Sustainable Buildings
Skills & Expertise
Capital project sustainability planning
Change program management
Energy & carbon strategy development
Energy generation & procurement advice
Renewables/CHP guidance & advice
Current Location
Cheshire, United Kingdom
Locations Considered
Worldwide