Mel Clarke

A resident of Bath since 1980 with a background in science and community service, Mel has spent decades supporting families and the elderly through mobile playbus projects and social care. Now a retired Unison member, she focus on campaigning against the root causes of social injustice and environmental degradation. As part of the Climate Hub, Mel is dedicated to fostering the community cooperation and shifts in consciousness needed to build a sustainable future.

Sue Poole

Originally from Essex and South Wales, Sue moved to Bath in 2017 following a career in local government housing. Now working in the charity sector, she balances part-time work with roles as a Climate Hub trustee and member of local wildlife and choir groups. Sue is particularly passionate about finding positive ways to engage the wider community with climate and nature issues.

John Leach

John is a retired cyber security consultant with both a technical and scientific training. He moved to Bath in 2017 and promptly became involved in local action on climate and environmental issues. As well as being a trustee of the Climate Hub since its inception and a member of Greenpeace, he is also a local ward councillor within B&NES with a particular interest in building local climate resilience.

Carmen Jones

A trustee since 2022, Carmen manages premises, coordinates artistic events, and leads workshops. Formerly a performing arts professional, she transitioned to become a forest school leader to help preserve the natural world. She now collaborates with conservation organizations to foster “nature connection,” believing it is key to building a more respectful relationship with our environment.

Mandy Lake

A Trustee since 2022, Mandy has been involved with the Climate Hub from its inception, focusing on premises management and event coordination. Originally an early years educator who ran a Montessori School for 21 years, she has a long history of promoting environmental stewardship. Since moving to Bath in 2011, she has combined her charity sector experience with a lifelong passion for sustainability and animal welfare.

Natalie Barnett

A trustee since 2022, Natalie is driven by a commitment to ensuring a liveable planet for her two children and future generations. Professionally, she serves as a Climate Change Adaptation Officer at Somerset Wildlife Trust and is an active member of Parents for Future. Natalie believes that local collective action is the most powerful tool for addressing the climate crisis and preserving the wonder of nature.

Harry Hilser

Operations Manager

Harry leads the operations, communications and partnerships at Bath Climate Hub, helping ensure the smooth running of the organisation while growing its reach, collaborations and impact. With a background in environmental social science, he brings experience in nature conservation and management, behavioural science, and community engagement to support meaningful, place-based climate action.

Caitlin Lorenzana

Grants & Funding Lead

Caitlin leads on fundraising strategy and securing vital funding to support the Hub’s work and long-term sustainability. With a background in partnerships and impact-driven initiatives, she works closely with the team and external partners to develop opportunities that enable the Hub to grow its reach and support community-led climate action.

Ryan Spencer

Web Design & Tech Support

After ten years working in the tech sector, Ryan wanted to channel those skills into meaningful climate action. Participating in the Climatebase Fellowship (Cohort 7) was a major catalyst, ultimately leading him to help bring the Climate Hub website to life. Moving from California in 2018, Ryan traded the sun for the grey and rain of the UK, but loves using his technical background to make climate resources more accessible to the community – rain or shine.