Full Name: Gavin David James Harper Address: 46 Fairfield Avenue Upminster Essex RM14 3AY Telephone: +44 (0) 1708 858 086 Email: gavindavidjamesharper@gmail.com Website: www.gavindjharper.co.uk Age: 21 Date of Birth: 11th December 1986 Status: Single

Gavin D. J. Harper

Profile: Gavin D. J. Harper, is a sustainable technology advocate, based in the UK, working with a wide variety of organisa-tions, companies and NGO’s to deliver information and awareness about cutting-edge alternative technologies which can be used to bring the world forward into a sustainable future. Gavin is pro-active about engaging young people in science, engineering and technology, and his published work re-flects a desire to make these subjects accessible and interesting to a wide audience—taking cutting edge technolo-gies “from the lab” and translating them to a form that can be replicated at home or school. Gavin is a “Science and Engineering Ambassador” for the SETNET organisation. Gavin’s current research focuses on Alternative Vehicles and Fuels, looking at the structure of the Fuel Cell Industry through the lens of Michael Porter’s ‘Clustering’ theory.

Published Work 50 Awesome Auto Projects for the Evil Genius 2005 Mc Graw Hill Professional, New York Build your Own Car PC 2006 Mc Graw Hill Professional, New York 50 Model Rocket Projects for the Evil Genius 2006 Mc Graw Hill Professional, New York Solar Energy for the Evil Genius 2006 Mc Graw Hill Professional, New York Fuel Cell Projects for the Evil Genius 2008 Mc Graw Hill Professional, New York Domestic Solar Energy 2008 Crowood Press, Wiltshire Written for a variety of sustainability orientated publication, both in print and on the web, including notably, “Building for a Future” and “www.ecogeek.org”. Co-Authored Work Convert Your Diesel Vehicle to Biofuels 2008 Mc Graw Hill Professional, New York (With Jon Starbuck) Contributed Work To: Green Building Bible Vol. 1 [3rd Edition] 2006 Green Building Press Green Building Bible Vol. 1 [4th Edition] 2008 Green Building Press Green Building Bible Vol. 2 [4th Edition] 2008 Green Building Press “On The Clean Road Again”, Willie Nelson 2007 Fulcrum Publishing Forthcoming Publications Planning & Installing Micro Hydro Systems 2008 Earthscan, James & James, London Journal Articles Science 7 July 2006: Vol. 313. no. 5783, p.25 DOI: 10.1126/science.313.5783.25d Random Samples “Chocolate Power”

Education:

Postgraduate Education Ph.D - The Social, Economic & Political Impacts of Alternative Vehicles and Fuels 2007- (In Progress) The ESRC Centre for Business Relationships, Sustainability & Society, Cardiff Business School, Cardiff University Supported by ESRC 3+1 Studentship MSc. Social Science Research Methods (Business Track) 2007-2008 Cardiff Business School, Cardiff University Supported by ESRC 3+1 Studentship Completed Modules: BST203 Statistical Research Methods BST205 Business & Management Research Practise CPT001 Principles of Research Design SIT043 Theories & Issues About Globalisation & Political Economy : Strategies for Comparative Analysis SIT070 Research & Study Skills Modules In Progress: BST206 Management Research Design BST310 Collection & Analysis of Quantitative Data BST306 Applications of Qualitative Research CPT582 Transport & The Environment CPT746 Sustainability & The Agri-Food System SIT072 Interviews & Interviewing Thesis: What Can The UK Learn from the Californian Fuel Cell Cluster Experience? MSc. Architecture : Advanced Environmental & Energy Studies 2005 - 2007 Centre for Alternative Technology / University of East London - (Pass) Completed Modules: A1 Environment & Energy in World Context A3 Ventilation & Cooling; Dampness & Condensation A4 Principles of Artificial Light, Daylight Factor, Biomass & Hydro A6 Computer Simulation of Buildings B2 Planning, Environmental Impact & Post Occupancy Evaluation B3 Environmentally Responsive Materials; Practical Examination B4 Design & Evaluation B5 Fabrication & Experimentation *Additionally audited module B1, Energy, Environment & Buildings Thesis: Can Complexity Science Inform The UK Renewables vs. Nuclear Debate Renewable Energy Systems Technology 2007- Loughborough University, Centre for Renewable Energy Systems Technology - (Modules ‘Parked’) Completed Modules: ELP631 Sustainability Policy & Environmental Management ELP632 Electrical Integration of Renewables ELP633 Solar Power 1 (Awaiting Marks) ELP653 Water Power (Awaiting Marks) Postgraduate Researcher Development Programme Cardiff University 2007- Editing Long Documents in Microsoft Word Managing References with Endnote Introduction to SPSS Getting Published: Images for Thesis & Publication Teaching Skills for Postgraduate Research Students

Postgraduate Summer Schools Lugano Summer School of Systems Design—2008 Università della Svizzera Italiana (USI), Lugano, Switzerland EPRSC Postgraduate Residential Course in Mathematics for Complex Systems—2006 Warwick University Institute for Maths & its Applications / Open University EPRSC Postgraduate Residential Course in Complexity & The Built Environment—2006 University of Liverpool / Salford University

Undergraduate Education BEng. (Hons.) Engineering (Open) 2007 - Open University - (In Progress) Completed Modules: T306 Managing Complexity : A Systems Approach T206 Energy for a Sustainable Future TXR248 Experiencing Systems Currently Enrolled On: T191 Personal & Career Development in Engineering Future Courses: T320 Ebusiness Technologies : Foundations & Practice T397 Personal & Career Development in Engineering BSc. (Hons.) Technology (Open) 2(i) 2004 - 2006 Open University Completed Modules: S151 Maths for Science T172 Working With Our Environment : Technology for a Sustainable Future T173 Engineering The Future T183 Design & The Web T184 Robotics & The Meaning of Life : A Practical Guide To Machines That Think T185 Practical Thinking TXR174 Technology in Action T211 Design & Designing T224 Computers & Processors ST240 Our Chemical Environment TXR220 Engineering in Action T307 Innovation : Design for a Sustainable Future AT308 Cities & Technology : From Babylon to Singapore Diploma in Statistics 2008 - Open University - (In Progress) M248 Analysing Data (In Progress) M249 Practical Modern Statistics Diploma in Design & Innovation 2005—2006 Courses Studied T211 Design & Designing T307 Innovation : Designing for a Sustainable Future Diploma of Vilnius University Certificate in Lithuanian Language - 2007 Vilnius University / Vilniaus Universitetas, Lithuania,

College Education City and Guilds 2D Computer Aided Design (NVQ Level 4) - 2005 Havering College / Centre for Engineering & Manufacturing Excellence 45 Hour Assessed Test Practical Work (Engineering Drawing) City and Guilds 2D Computer Aided Design (NVQ Level 3) - 2005 Havering College / Centre for Engineering & Manufacturing Excellence Completed 30 2D CAD Drawing Exercises and five assessments Advanced Level: Design & Technology (Product Design) – Grade A—2005 Palmers’ College Completed Six Units for Full A2/AS Award BTEC National Modules—2005 City of Westminster College Analytical Methods, Construction and Design, Construction & the Environment, Electrical Installation A, Electrical Installation B, Services Controls ECDL - European Computer Driving License—2005 Havering College

School Education GCSE’s Coopers Company & Coborn School Design & Technology (Short) A* English A English Literature C German B History C

Training Straw-Bale Building Construction & Design Dorset Centre for Rural Skills

Biodiesel 101 - Train the Trainer National Biodiesel Conference 2007, San Antonio, Texas, US

Open University Student Associates’ Scheme Parts I&II (Hall Mead School, Upminster, Essex) 30 Days Secondary School Teacher Training Classroom Experience (Design & Technology) Diesel Engine Servicing, RYA – (Royal Yachting Association) City Yacht School Starting a Small Business Havering Adult College

Academic Experience

• Have been asked to peer-review papers for the BECON Conference, “Embracing complexity thinking in built environment” • Have given lectures and assisted with project groups at Napier Unviersity, Birmingham University, University of

East London, Cardiff University, Vilnius Gediminas University

Professional Memberships: Student / Affiliate member, with a view to progression of Full membership of some of the below when qualifications/experience permit: • Institute of Engineering & Technology • Energy Institute

Information Technology A Mathematics A Music A Religious Studies (Short) A Science (Double) AA

Work Experience: • PURE Energy Centre, Consultant 2008-Present • J3 Building Futures, Freelance Energy Consultant 2006 • Carbon Plan Ltd, Freelance Energy Consultant 2006 • Technician (Design & Technology / Photographic Darkroom), Palmers College 2005 • Jobbing Tech. Journalist, Various 2004-Present • Technical Author, Mc Graw Hill Professional, New York, N.Y, U.S. 2004—Present • Environmental Champion / Customer Adviser, B&Q West Thurrock, Essex 2004-2005 • Trainee Building Services Engineer, AMEC Building Services, Borough 2003-2004 • Evening / Weekend Duty Manager, WHSmith Upminster, Essex 2002-2003 • Programmer / PC Support, betoddoreven.com, Gidea Park, Essex 2001-2002 Teaching Experience • Open University Students Associates Teacher Training Scheme (30 Days) 2006 • Design & Technology / Photographic Technician, Palmers College, Essex 2005 • Voluntary Classroom Assistant, Branfil School, Upminster 2004

Selected Presentations: Alternative Building Materials, January 2007 Vilnius Gediminas Technical University (Vilniaus Gedimino Technikos Universitetas) Culture, Philosophy and Arts Research Institute (Kultūros, Filosofijos Ir Meno Institutas) Vilnius College of Construction and Design (Vilniaus Statybos Ir Dizaino Kolegija) Renewable Energy, Powering Your Future, February 2007 Institute of Physics, South Central Branch, Southampton University Building Integrated Renewables, February 2007 Faculty of Architecture, Liverpool University Sustainable & Environmental Problems, A Complex Systems Approach, April 2007 Institute of Physics, South Central Branch, Southampton University

Interests and Hobbies • Member of MENSA, Appeared in National Magazine and have written for Special Interest Group Magazines. • Science and Engineering Ambassador for the SETNET group. • Accomplished Amateur Photographer. Experience with both B&W and Colour Darkrooms as well as Digital. • Diverse range of technology based interests. • Accomplished Musician, have sung in St. Pauls, Canterbury Cathedrals & Blackheath Halls. Sing Bass-Baritone.

Play piano by ear to good standard. Play Tuba to approx Grade 4. No formal certification.