Emily Sharp

Account Director

https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-sharp-67007aa9/

emily.sharp@secnewgate.co.uk

Emily is a senior communications advisor with experience working with stakeholders and engaging with the community to develop renewable energy and circular economy projects.

As part of the Local Advocacy team, she works with clients to develop effective engagement strategies and deliver meaningful consultations. She has worked on a variety of renewable energy projects located across the country, with a focus on solar development, both at the national level and local level.

Prior to her career in communications, Emily gained more than a decade of experience in the American political system as a political advisor in the U.S. Senate and White House Executive Office of the President, where she gained a track record in advising high-level political members and managing high-profile, controversial projects.

She has two masters degrees in Public Policy and Environmental Management from Duke University in the U.S., and a bachelor’s degrees in Biology and Environmental Studies from Dartmouth College.

Emily’s specialisms

We are a truly integrated team and strive to bring the perfect mix of talent and insight to every project. Below are some of the sectors and services I specialise in.

Community & Stakeholder Engagement

Our stakeholder and community engagement experts can help you identify and understand your...

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Planning Communications and Consultation

At SEC Newgate UK our planning communications team devise strategies to help clients...

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Public Affairs

We help businesses and organisations make sense of the political agenda and the forces...

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Solar

We know the solar sector intimately. We are associate members of Solar Energy UK and are...

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Wind

We have been working to support the growth of wind and other forms of renewable energy...

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Energy networks

From insight services which help our clients understand how consumers use energy through...

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Utilities

Utilities face a test. They must meet the needs of a changing population at the same time...

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Emily’s insights

SEC Newgate publishes a twice-weekly e-newsletter, as well as other regular sector-focused news and views. Below you will find the latest articles written by me or insights relating to my sector specialist areas.

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News

Creating the UK’s first smoke-free generation

MPs have been debating the Tobacco and Vapes Bill today, with a vote expected later this...

Recent work

We always strive to bring the perfect mix of experience and talent to every project. Whatever the discipline, for us it’s all about delivering positive change for our clients.

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