Richard Lancaster

Richard is a globally recognised expert in Bioresources, a member of the UK Chapter of the Select Society of Sanitary Sludge Shovelers (a prestigious honour awarded for outstanding and meritorious service), an AtkinsRéalis Global Technical Fellow, and highly experienced senior leader with 38 years’ extensive experience in the water industry. He is the Chair of the Chartered Institute of Environmental Management Wastewater and Biosolids National Steering Group and a member of the European Biochar Industry.

Richard joined AtkinsRéalis 6 years ago, following a highly successful 32-year career in the UK Water sector. He has built a global Industry leading Bioresources capability over the last 6 years, the Global Centre of Excellence for AtkinsRéalis. He has developed National Biosolids strategies across the world, (England, NEOM, Egypt, Scotland, Northern Ireland & Australia & New Zealand) and his team are influencing cutting edge technology integration and output market readiness. He has worked extensively in the UK, EU, Middle East, North America, Asia and Australia.