Paul Dumpleton heads up our environment and sustainability team  He has over 30 years of international experience in waste management, renewable energy, and environmental sustainability. He has advised governments, municipalities, and businesses across Europe, North America, and Africa on building cleaner, more efficient waste systems.

Paul specialises in waste-to-energy infrastructure, advanced recycling, and circular economy strategies, with deep expertise in public-private partnerships, infrastructure investment, and environmental policy alignment. He has held senior leadership roles at leading environmental companies, including SUEZ, FCC Environment, Renewi,  and EW Capital  , managing complex operations and multi-million-pound projects.

Recent work includes Strategic roles on the Rivenhall (Essex) Energy from Waste project (£400m funding); the Viridor Tilbury Energy from Waste project ( £300m funding)) Technical Advisor to North Northants and West Northants Local Authorities for their waste disposal contracts (contract Value £400m), Sales of three waste related businesses; Ongoing development of one Energy from waste project in the East of England (£300m funding), Non Executive Director roles within the Waste Sector.

Paul is a former Chair of the ESA Resource and Recovery Committee, a UK delegate to FEAD, and an advisor to several government bodies on waste and recycling legislation.

Beyond his consultancy work, Paul is also passionate about educating the next generation on sustainability. Drawing on his wealth of industry experience, he has authored a series of engaging books for schools that help young readers understand recycling, waste reduction, and the importance of environmental stewardship in everyday life. His books aim to inspire children to think differently about resources and to take small steps toward a greener planet. You can explore Paul’s educational titles here on Bonmot Books