Michael Crilly

Michael Crilly is a Researcher at Northumbria University, Newcastle, specializing in urban planning, sustainability science, and sociotechnical systems. His work focuses on public realm dynamics, heat network governance, and innovative urban design methodologies through collaborations with international institutions and multidisciplinary teams.

• Co-Investigator for North of Tyne Combined Authority's Green Growth Skills project (2023-2026), addressing workforce development for climate resilience.

His research explores:

• Governance frameworks for sustainable energy networks
• Temporal dimensions in public space design
• Experimental approaches to city planning
• Equality metrics in built environments
• Modular construction business models

Publications reflect partnerships with global scholars, emphasizing practical urban sustainability solutions and educational innovation in built environment curricula.