Our expertise adds
insight to your project

Our team brings a unique combination of expertise in planning, carbon calculation, urban design and architecture.

We lever over 30 years of industry experience, supported by powerful techniques developed in association with University of Strathclyde. Our evidence backed insights offer fresh perspectives for addressing carbon in place.

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Dr F. Pelin Ekdi
Town Planner

Dr F. Pelin Ekdi

Pelin is an urban planner and designer, with a BSc in Urban Planning, an MSc in Urban Design, a PhD in Urban Planning, and an Urban Design Certificate from the University of Strathclyde.

Previously, she worked as a research assistant at Istanbul Technical University and conducted her PhD research at the University of Cincinnati, exploring cultural and creative industries, placemaking theory, public space, and publicness.

+44 (0) 1413 391 515
pelin@carbon-balance.uk

Francisco Shankland
Carbon Assessor

Francisco Shankland

An experienced carbon assessor with an in-depth knowledge of lifecycle carbon analysis, Francisco completed a postgraduate degree in Sustainable Architecture at the Centre for Alternative Technology in Wales.

His expertise lie in retrofit, material reuse, low and zero carbon, regenerative design, heritage significance and conservation, circular economy, biodiversity and the social values of architecture.

+44 (0) 1413 391 515
francisco@carbon-balance.uk

Rowena Statt
Urban Designer

Rowena Statt

An urban designer and architect, a central theme of Rowena’s work is the creation of healthy places that promote wellbeing – with a strong emphasis on accessibility for both buildings and neighbourhoods.

Notable projects include a Lifetime Intergenerational Neighbourhood for the Gannochy Trust, which received multiple awards including Civic Trustʼs Selwyn Goldsmith Award for Universal Design.

+44 (0) 1413 391 515
rowena@carbon-balance.uk

Jonathan McQuillan
Architect

Jonathan McQuillan

Jonathan has significant experience with new build and retrofit public sector projects, and has delivered masterplans, social housing, healthcare and education facilities.

His research portfolio spans 20 years, and covers indoor air quality, operational net zero and net zero placemaking. His work has influenced Scottish building standards and helped to shape design guidance across Scotland.

+44 (0) 1413 391 515
jonathan@carbon-balance.uk

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Why work with us?

We bring design sensitivity to carbon assessment. We offer a unique blend of skills essential to provide a carbon service focussed on place.

Our approach generates tangible outputs that have clear benefits to a wide range of stakeholders.  We care about the communities we work with and work hard to create actionable plans that will benefit future generations.

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