Sam Winton is a postgraduate researcher who has been working for the Revolution Plastics Institute at the University of Portsmouth since its creation in 2020. Additionally, Sam is currently conducting his PhD studies titled ‘To what extent has the structure and implementation of the INC process facilitated the development of an effective Global Plastics Treaty?’ at the University of Portsmouth and the University of Surrey. With a background in environmental hazards and community preparedness, his main research focus is working with communities and a broad range of stakeholders to tackle environmental challenges. Sam has also conducted work with international organisations to create policies to tackle the global plastics problem and facilitate sustainable development.

Experience

  • –present
    Postgraduate Researcher, University of Portsmouth

Education

  • 2019 
    University of Portsmouth, MSc / Crisis and Disaster Management
  • 2018 
    University of Portsmouth, BSc / Crisis and Disaster Management

Contact Samuel for

  • General
  • Media request
  • Speaking request
  • Consulting / Advising
  • Research collaboration