Academic Network Development

Simon is committed to building a strong international academic network linking universities, researchers, educators, students and practitioners across waste and resource management, the circular economy, environmental policy, sustainability and international development.

His particular interest is strengthening the relationship between academic research and practical implementation. Environmental challenges demand not only technical knowledge, but also an understanding of governance, economics, infrastructure, community participation, institutional capacity and local context. Simon welcomes collaboration that combines academic insight, professional experience and knowledge from communities directly affected by environmental change.

Simon has contributed to undergraduate and postgraduate education in Canada, developing and delivering material in environmental science, waste management, the circular economy and related subjects. His experience includes teaching at Conestoga College and Fleming College, contributing to undergraduate teaching at Queen’s University, and guest lecturing at the University of British Columbia. He has also undertaken postgraduate pedagogy study and designed material for in-person and online learning.

He welcomes opportunities to contribute through:

  • Guest lectures, seminars and conference presentations

  • Curriculum and course development

  • Online and in-person teaching

  • Applied research and knowledge exchange

  • Professional training and continuing education

  • Student mentoring and career development

  • Dissertation, capstone and research-project support

  • Grant proposals, publications and international programmes

  • Links between universities, governments, businesses, NGOs and professional bodies

Simon is particularly interested in partnerships addressing extended producer responsibility, waste management in islands and remote communities, hazardous and disaster waste, informal-sector inclusion, climate change, environmental justice, international development and practical circular-economy policy.

He also hopes to support students and emerging professionals whose abilities may not be fully recognised by conventional academic systems. Drawing on his experience of dyslexia and ADHD, Simon is interested in inclusive education, neurodivergence and the responsible use of artificial intelligence to improve access, communication and participation while maintaining academic integrity.

Over time, Simon aims to build an international community of academic and professional collaborators, creating opportunities for shared learning, practical research and lasting environmental impact—especially where specialist capacity and resources are limited.

Academics, universities, research centres and students interested in collaboration, teaching, guest contributions or applied project development are warmly invited to get in touch.