Our Team
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Brian Whitington, Chief Executive
Brian has worked in climate change mitigation across the UK and on international projects for 25 years. He has supported fuel poverty, energy and climate change action in the Outer Hebrides since 2013. As a senior manager for most of his career, he is incredibly experienced in developing partnerships and projects which benefit society and communities. He holds an MSc in public administration, a PGCE in environmental education for adults and a BSc in social policy. London born, his roots from a herring girl Ross family naturally brought him to Scotland.
Christopher Smail, Outreach & Engagement Officer, Our Climate Story
Christopher moved to the Outer Hebrides in 2019, where he founded The Hebridean Community Garden project on the West Side of Lewis. Originally from the Scottish Borders, he holds degrees in environmental humanities and sustainability. He is a keen wild swimmer and gardener, with a passion for woodland conservation.
Caroline Willis, Outreach & Engagement Officer, Our Climate Story
Caroline is a Geography graduate and completed her dissertation in climate modelling. Caroline previously worked in marine conservation, working for the Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust. She will be working on the Our Climate Story project, covering Uist and Barra.
We are currently completing a review of governance and policies. We are thrilled to confirm that Janet Marshall has joined our board. A recruitment process for further new directors of Climate Hebrides CIC is underway.
We will be seeking directors with experience in company governance, business management, finance and human resources. If you have an interest in climate change and community service in the Outer Hebrides, and have a background in these areas please get in touch, details below.
Advisory Board
Climate Hebrides CIC was formed through discussions and work carried out by the Community Planning Partnership's Climate Change Working Group and is supported by an advisory board.
If you would like to become a member of the advisory board, please do get in touch.
