Paul Darley is an experienced engineer and manager in the field of the thermal treatment of biomass and wastes. He has worked in several countries for major contractors and equipment suppliers and has a successful track record in plant/equipment development, technology appraisal, project development, and project management. He currently focuses on assisting organisations to develop biomass power plants and energy from waste facilities. He has taken projects from concept to construction, providing a major input into the power purchase agreements and project financing as well as the technology selection and contractor appointment. His achievements include:

• Developing biomass and energy from waste projects from conception to completion.
• Managing energy from waste contracts to completion on schedule and within budget.
• Overseeing the successful development of thermal treatment processes and equipment.
• Conducting reliable technical and commercial appraisals for energy from waste plants.