About Constructive Voices

Constructive Voices is an award-winning global platform and media brand dedicated to accelerating positive change in the built environment.

We connect the dots between sustainability, biodiversity, design, development, health, policy, innovation and community by creating conversations that break down silos and bring important ideas to wider audiences.

Through podcasts, video, editorial content and live forums, we explore topics such as green building, biodiversity, renewable energy, resilience, regenerative development, AI and nature-positive solutions.

With the launch of the Constructive Voices Future Places Forum, we are taking this mission further—creating place-based events and media that spotlight the people, projects and partnerships shaping more sustainable cities and regions.

Our vision is to work with companies, institutions and individuals across the world to feature the positive work they are doing, positioning Constructive Voices as a leading source of inspiration, insight and practical examples for a better built environment and world.

We are passionate about sustainability, biodiversity and innovation, and we bring together global experts, local communities, businesses and emerging voices to help document and drive the historic changes needed in our time.

Meet Our Hosts & Teachers

At Constructive Voices, we believe the right conversations can help shape a better future. That is why we bring together a growing network of journalists, broadcasters, sustainability professionals, researchers, educators and built environment experts to explore the ideas, innovations and actions that matter most.

Our platform is built on the belief that meaningful change happens when silos are broken down and knowledge is shared across sectors, disciplines and communities. Through podcasts, interviews, articles, learning and live events, we amplify voices that are helping to create a more sustainable, resilient and nature-positive built environment.

Hosts and Presenters

Our hosts and presenters bring a rich mix of experience from media, construction, sustainability, research and communications. Together, they help guide thoughtful and engaging conversations with global experts, local changemakers and industry leaders.

  • Jackie De Burca — Creator of Constructive Voices; producer, author and podcaster with a strong commitment to positive change
  • Henry McDonald — Investigative journalist, writer and broadcaster recognised for intelligent, in-depth reporting for The Guardian
  • Peter Finn — Builder, Irish TV personality and Managing Director of MDS Construction, bringing practical insight from the construction sector
  • Emma Nicholson — Chartered Construction Manager, Chartered Environmentalist and sustainability leader focused on driving better industry outcomes
  • Sarah Austin — Sustainability practitioner and Constructive Voices contributor with an international perspective
  • Rhiannon Matthias — Research and development professional connected to the University of Leeds, with expertise linked to circular economy thinking and Ukraine’s rebuilding
  • Mohammed Hesham Khalil — Researcher and creator of the Neurosustainability theory, exploring the relationship between people, place and wellbeing – University of Cambridge
  • Ciara O’Brien — Interviewer and presenter exploring the connections between health, climate and the built environment
  • Steve Randall — Radio presenter, podcaster and founder of Communication Generation, with extensive media and communications expertise

Biodiversity Course Teachers

Through Learn at Constructive Voices, our biodiversity course teachers contribute specialist expertise from ecology, conservation, planning, landscape and environmental law. Their knowledge helps learners engage more deeply with the urgent need to protect, restore and better understand the natural world.

  • Ben Stansfield — Sustainability lawyer and ESG specialist with expertise in the legal dimensions of environmental change
  • Rachel Blount — Landscape ecologist with experience in biodiversity, habitat restoration and nature-led approaches
  • Paula Wakelin — Ecologist and Habitats Regulations Assessment specialist with strong technical expertise
  • John Cornell FRGS — Natural environment planning leader with experience in policy and place-based environmental strategy
  • Ellen Davies — Senior ecologist focused on biodiversity and ecological best practice
  • Claire Wansbury — Biodiversity and natural capital specialist with a leading voice in this evolving field
  • Jane Findlay FLI PPLI — Landscape architect and former President of the Landscape Institute, with a long-standing commitment to creating better places
  • Dr. Carol Williams — Conservation leader specialising in bat protection, biodiversity and ecological awareness
  • Archie Ruggles-Brise — Rural estate manager and environmental professional with practical land-based expertise
  • Dr. Kate Vincent — Ecology specialist in Nature Based Solutions, Biodiversity Net Gain and Environmental Net Gain

Together, our hosts, presenters and teachers reflect the breadth, curiosity and sense of purpose that define Constructive Voices. From internationally recognised experts to local voices on the ground, they help us document, share and inspire the constructive change needed for a better built environment and a better world.

Awards

CIEEM Award Constructive Voices (1)

In 2025, we entered three awards for the first time ever.

We are delighted to announce that we won one of them: CIEEM Awards Best Practice for Knowledge Sharing

Plus, we were honoured to be shortlisted in two categories in the Publisher Podcast Awards: Best Deep Dive & Technology