Before serving as Director Policy and Partnerships at LDES Council, Alex directed IHA’s research and policy work as Head of Research and Policy, covering a broad spectrum of policy issues of relevance to sustainable hydropower. These included asset management and modernisation, greenhouse gas emissions, climate change resilience, clean energy systems including hybrid technologies such as floating solar PV and hydropower and fresh water management. He oversaw the collection of data and analysis for the annual Hydropower Status Report.  

Previously he was Head of Contracts for Difference (CfD) Policy, the UK Government's flagship renewable electricity deployment scheme. His previous experience included leading the UK's engagement with multi-national civil nuclear bodies at the UN, OECD and G7, designing a major component of the regulatory framework for smart meters in Britain and developing policy to support the rollout of onshore wind whilst at RenewableUK.

He holds an MSc in Climate Change and an MA in International Political Economy.

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