Strathclyde Institute for Sustainable CommunitiesAbout us
About us
The Strathclyde Institute for Sustainable Communities (SISC) forms a centre for interdisciplinary research excellence that will explore innovative place-based and community-led solutions for sustainability across Scotland and beyond. The cross-faculty institute places a spotlight on the many important roles and experiences of communities at different scales; offering a broader understanding of how to support delivery of a sustainable and fair future.
SISC has a core team from across SBS and Engineering. SISC activities are supported by SISC Associates from across the University, and guided by an Advisory Board.
Introduction to the Strathclyde Institute for Sustainable Communities
Professor Matthew Hannon and Dr Jennifer Roberts give an introduction to the Strathclyde Institute for Sustainable Communities.
Our staff
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Matthew Hannon
Director
Matt is Director of SISC and Professor of Sustainable Energy Business and Policy at the Hunter Centre for Entrepreneurship, Strategy and Innovation, within Strathclyde Business School.
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Jen Roberts
Deputy Director
Jen is Senior Lecturer in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of Strathclyde.
Iain Cairns
Head of Research
Iain is a Lecturer at the Hunter Centre for Entrepreneurship, Strategy and Innovation, within Strathclyde Business School.
Finlay Bain Kerr
Research Associate
Finlay is a post-doctoral researcher working with SISC as part of the JUST-Systems project.
Our PhD researchers
Jan Jasinski
PhD Researcher
Based at the Hunter Centre, Jan is working on making smart energy more just and fair.
Rebecca Gowens
PhD Researcher
Based in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Becca's research has included evaluating community engagement and participation and focuses on the governance and administration of community benefit funds, and their alignment with the justice tenets.
Alexa Green
PhD Researcher
Based at the Hunter Centre, Alexa is most interested in understanding how communities can engage in sustainable action and shape transformative policies for a just and sustainable transition in Scotland and abroad
Our Advisory Group
SISC's Advisory Group
SISC is supported by an Advisory Group, composed of key voices from across Scotland and the UK. Learn more about the AG's membership here, and access public minutes from AG meetings here.
Our PhD Network
The SISC PhD Network
Hosted by SISC and co-ordinated by our PhD researchers, the SISC PhD Network brings together PhDs from across the University working in areas related to SISC's research. Learn more about the network and how to join it here.