Mehrdad Borna

Mehrdad has extensive experience in architecture, sustainability and design in roles across both professional practice and higher education. Before joining the Autumn Cohort 2021, Mehrdad acted as a consultant and advisor on a variety of indoor and outdoor air quality and environmental design related projects. His work has been presented at conferences and symposia in both the UK and globally. Mehrdad’s doctoral research at the University of Westminster examines the effect of urban form on microclimate and air pollution concentration at pedestrian level. The findings of his studies will suggest the most favourable urban form capable of mitigating urban air pollution concentrations and further reducing its adverse health impacts.

London Borough of Islington

Mehrdad joined the London Borough of Islington as their Green Economy Policy and Delivery Officer to develop a green economy strategy as part of the council’s carbon net zero strategy. He translated green policies and developments into a programme of green economy projects, with a view to greening local businesses, upskilling local residents, and making the best use of developments being initiated elsewhere in the council or its partners.