Gemma Tait

Gemma Tait is an experienced environmental professional currently serving as EIA Coordinator at EDF Renewables UK & Ireland since August 2022, focusing on offshore renewable energy developments. Prior roles include Principal Consultant at ITPEnergised, leading support for onshore and offshore renewable energy clients throughout the project lifecycle, and Senior Environmental Consultant at Arup, specializing in Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA). Gemma held key positions as Lead Environmental Consultant at Xodus Group, where responsibilities included permitting and post-consent support, and as Environmental Permits Specialist at Shell, contributing to in-house environmental permit applications. Additionally, Gemma has experience as a Senior Environmental Engineer at Genesis Oil and Gas Consultants and a secondment as Environmental Manager at the Department of Energy and Climate Change. Academic qualifications include a Master of Science in Environmental Studies from the University of Strathclyde and a Master of Arts in Geography from the University of Glasgow.