Alastair Graham

Geographer for hire: looking to help the planet

I get stuff done.

I am a freelance physical geographer with a strong record of delivering practical, high-quality work. My background as an environmental technologist spans a range of applied and academic settings, giving me a broad and adaptable skill set. This ranges from technical computing, to analytical methods, to fieldwork, to teaching and training, to strategic thinking, and much more.

I love to learn, and as such I bring experience from both commercial and research environments. My approach is analytical, principled and pragmatic, with a focus on realistic solutions to complex environmental challenges. I am trusted to support and deliver complex projects to a high standard, on time and within budget. I place particular value on clear communication and enjoy explaining technical work to a wide range of audiences.

In addition to my professional work, I am an active podcaster as a co-host on the Geomob podcast (having previously created and hosted the Scene From Above podcast). I am also a longtime member of the OSGeo:UK committee and am currently in charge of the organisation’s newsletter.

Areas of Expertise and Interest

My career has focused on Earth observation for land applications. As such much of what drives me, and much of my experience, comes from wanting to understand landscape level patterns and changes. Additionally, when something interests me I usually try to learn as much as I can about the subject: this has led me to understand quite a bit about home energy options and the technology available to help make your home comfortable.

A short list of my interests includes:

• Land cover
• Landscape processes
• Home energy
• Data and exploratory coding