For data driven decarbonisation strategies, choose Carbon Minded.

I'm Jo Southernwood.

I believe in the power of data to drive sustainable change. By uncovering the patterns and insights hidden in complex information, we can make smarter, more sustainable choices that benefit individuals, organisations and the planet.

I take a data-driven approach to sustainability, combining analytical rigour with curiosity. I dive deep into datasets to extract key insights, then translate those findings into clear, actionable strategies.

As an independent consultant, researcher, and data analyst, I help clients build energy management plans, decarbonisation strategies and business models that support confident investment in a sustainable future.

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STRATEGIC ENERGY & CARBON MANAGEMENT

I support organisations in planning their journey to net zero. My super power is translating complex data into clear, actionable steps that suit the unique context of each organisation.

Whether it's developing carbon action plans, modelling energy systems, or advising on retrofit strategies, I help clients make informed decisions that balance sustainability goals with practical constraints.

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INNOVATION & APPLIED RESEARCH

I love working on projects that test new ideas and push boundaries. Whether it's exploring how electric vehicles can support the grid, or designing community-owned energy systems, I help turn emerging technologies into practical, real-world solutions.

I often collaborate with other partners on funded research projects and get invovled in building models and designing business cases that show what’s possible and what’s worth doing.

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DELIVERY & IMPLEMENTATION SUPPORT

I provide hands-on support to turn strategy into action. That might mean doing energy audits to uncover quick wins, managing complex multi-stakeholder programmes with lots of moving parts, or stepping in as an associate to support a team from the inside.

If you need support with your next sustainability project I offer flexible, affordable help. It's ideal if you need expert advice but aren't ready for a full-time hire or if you're a consultancy looking for an associate to fill knowledge or capacity gaps.

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Case Studies

STRATEGIC ENERGY & CARBON MANAGEMENT

A Net Zero Roadmap for FHDC

Net Zero Care Without Compromise

Electrifying Bus Fleets

INNOVATION & APPLIED RESEARCH

Community Energy for Wilsford

Smart Charging for Smarter Fleets

Smart Heat Pump Sizing in Schools

DELIVERY & IMPLEMENTAION SUPPORT

Energy Auditing for Action in SMEs

Accelerating SME Decarbonisation

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What my customers say

DETAIL ORIENTED

“ Jo knows her marketplace inside and out and brings the perfect blend of technical expertise and management discipline to deliver both stand-alone pieces of work and as an integral part of a multidisciplinary team. She executes projects with an eye for detail, excellent needs led delivery and thorough reporting and administration to meet stringent reporting requirements and funding conditions."

Susan Keeping

- University of East London

HIGH QUALITY

“Jo is highly professional, meticulous, and consistently delivers high-quality work. Her expertise in business case development and her deep understanding of the energy sector make her a standout professional. We at QEnergy have been consistently impressed with her commitment and the tangible value she brings to every project. We highly recommend her."

George Bartley

- Q Energy

PROFESSIONAL

“Jo is a very competent and capable consultant. She worked with us on a project to improve indoor air quality of residential care homes whilst achieving the council’s net zero carbon ambitions. Jo led the research in a very professional way whilst being sensitive to the requirements of care home staff. She prepared an excellent report which was presented internally to senior management boards.”

Julie Greaves

- Hertfordshire County Council

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