Amy Burnett

Amy Burnett is a researcher at the University of Reading, with significant contributions to rural planning, environmental policy, and community engagement. Her work explores the intersection of governance, sustainability, and localism, particularly focusing on rural futures and societal challenges.

• Key Research Themes: Rural planning, environmental policy, sustainability, and participatory governance.
• Recent Publications: Co-authored articles and book sections on topics such as human health literacy in environmental policy, rural capital, and the role of relational capitals in planning.
• Collaborations: Frequently collaborates with scholars like Gavin Parker, Mark Scott, and Nick Gallent on interdisciplinary projects addressing rural development and policy.

Scientific Trends: Her publications emphasize the integration of environmental and human health, institutional learning in neighborhood planning, and the dynamics of rural governance under neoliberal frameworks.

Notable Contributions: Co-editor of the 2025 book Rural Planning Futures, which provides a comprehensive analysis of rural policy in the UK and Ireland.