Our experts
Coventry University is proud to offer unparalleled expertise as part of the Clean Futures programme, a government-backed initiative supporting the West Midlands transport sector in leading the Green Industrial Revolution.
At the heart of the Clean Futures programme are Coventry University's esteemed experts. Our team includes leading researchers, development professionals, and industry specialists dedicated to advancing sustainable technologies and practices. These experts bring a wealth of knowledge in areas such as:
- Greener electric vehicle components: Developing innovative, eco-friendly components for the next generation of electric vehicles.
- Circular economy of transport: Promoting sustainable practices by designing systems that minimise waste and make the most of resources.
- Road freight alternatives: Exploring and implementing greener alternatives to traditional road freight.
- Greener transport infrastructure: Enhancing infrastructure to support sustainable transport solutions.
- Future fuels: Innovating new, sustainable fuel options to power the transport sector.
The Clean Futures Catalyst team
| Paul Fairburn | Director of Innovation Ecosystem |
| Tess Lukehurst | Operations and Development Manager |
| Lindsey Martin | Project Manager |
| Richard Varley | Senior Graphic Designer |
The Clean Futures Accelerator team
The Institute for Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering (AME) team
| Marcos Kauffman | Centre Director, Manufacturing & Materials |
| Stephen Spooner | Associate Professor |
The Research Centre for Advanced Low Carbon Propulsion Systems (C-ALPS) team
| Deepak Farmah | Director (C-ALPs) |
| Rohit Bhagat | Director (Centre for E-mobility and Clean Growth) |
| Soroush Faramehr | Associate Professor |
