COENVCO
Delivering Tomorrow's Future Today
ABOUT COENVCO
Independent environmental consultancy specialising in waste management, renewable energy and resource recovery, drawing on over 35 years of professional experience, including 20 years internationally.
Expertise & Services
Strategic advice, technical due diligence, project feasibility, technology evaluation, commercial negotiations and operational optimisation, helping clients turn complex environmental challenges into commercially viable projects.
PROJECTS & EXPERIENCE
More than 70 waste management facilities and over 200 MW of gas-to-power generation. Experience spanning the full project lifecycle, from development to operations, together with renewable fuels, environmental attribute trading and ISCC certification, across Europe, Africa and the Americas.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Professional memberships and qualifications have helped shape my career, opening doors to new ideas, international relationships and opportunities to contribute to the wider industry.BEng (Hons) | IEng MICE | MEI | International Solid Waste Manager
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ABOUT COENVCO
COENVCO is an independent environmental consultancy founded and led by Ian Richard Cooper, a Civil Engineer with over 35 years of professional experience, including 20 years working internationally across waste management, renewable energy and environmental infrastructure.Ian has developed, delivered and managed environmental and renewable energy projects across the United Kingdom, Europe, Africa and the Americas. Through senior leadership and management roles, he has developed a practical understanding of the engineering, commercial and strategic considerations that shape successful projects.His professional involvement extends beyond project delivery, including his current role as Vice Chair of the International Solid Waste Association (ISWA) Working Group on Recycling and Waste Minimization (2025–2029) and previous membership of the FIA Sustainability & Environment Commission.Throughout his career, opportunities to work with businesses, investors, public authorities and industry professionals across different markets have helped build relationships and perspectives that continue to shape his approach to consultancy.Through COENVCO, Ian brings together this experience to provide independent strategic, technical and commercial advice, helping clients evaluate opportunities, address challenges and develop commercially viable solutions.
Expertise & Services
Strategic & Commercial Advisory
Successful business opportunities begin with understanding the market, recognising potential and knowing where real value can be created. From investment evaluation and commercial strategy to strategic partnerships, negotiations and risk assessment, practical insight and sound commercial judgement help turn opportunities into viable business propositions.Technical & Operational Consultancy
Behind every successful opportunity lies a sound technical foundation. Experience across waste management, environmental infrastructure, resource recovery and renewable energy brings practical understanding to feasibility studies, technology evaluation, engineering oversight, regulatory compliance and operational performance.Renewable Fuels & Environmental Markets
Beyond the physical infrastructure, environmental assets can create additional commercial value. Renewable and alternative fuels, ISCC certification, environmental attribute trading and carbon markets offer opportunities to develop new revenue streams, access emerging markets and strengthen project economics.Project Development & Management
Helping clients turn strategic vision into practical, commercially viable projects. Bringing together long term planning, project development, financial evaluation and effective management to guide projects from initial concept through implementation. Combining strategic thinking with hands on experience to manage risks, control costs and deliver successful outcomes.
Projects & Experience
International Project Delivery
Over 35 years of professional experience, including 20 years working internationally, developing, engineering, constructing, commissioning and managing environmental and energy infrastructure projects. Experience delivering more than 70 waste management facilities across diverse regulatory, commercial and cultural environments.Energy Infrastructure
Over 200 MW of installed energy generation capacity delivered across landfill gas, anaerobic digestion and coal mine methane projects, combining engineering expertise with practical project delivery and hands-on operational experience.Leadership & Operations
Senior executive and operational leadership roles across environmental infrastructure and renewable energy businesses, with responsibility for multidisciplinary teams, project delivery, operational performance and international contracts. Experience working with public authorities and private sector partners across different markets.Commercial & Environmental Markets
Turning business opportunities into commercial success. Experience developing new markets, securing strategic partnerships, negotiating complex agreements and creating commercial value across the waste management and renewable energy sectors.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)
Incorporated Engineer (IEng), registered with the Engineering Council, and Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers (MICE).
Energy Institute (EI)
Member (MEI)
International Solid Waste Association (ISWA)
Qualified Solid Waste Manager (International).
Currently serving as Vice Chair of the ISWA Working Group on Recycling and Waste Minimization (2025–2029).
Active involvement in ISWA's Scientific and Technical Committee (STC).
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