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Meredith Whitten is a Lecturer in Environmental Planning at University College London (UCL), affiliated with The Bartlett School of Planning. Her academic career spans institutions such as the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), where she held fellowships and taught courses, and the University of Texas at Austin, where she earned her Master's and Bachelor's degrees.
- PhD in Regional and Urban Planning (2019), London School of Economics and Political Science
- MSc in Regional and Urban Planning (2007), London School of Economics and Political Science
- Master of Public Affairs (MPAff, 1999), University of Texas at Austin
- Bachelor of Journalism (1991), University of Texas at Austin
- Postgraduate Certificate in Higher Education (PGCertHE, 2015–present), UK Higher Education Academy
Whitten's research examines the evolving relationship between cities and nature, focusing on urban green space governance, sustainability, and participatory planning. She analyzes how institutional frameworks address urbanization challenges and promote green infrastructure integration.
Recent publications highlight trends in urban sustainability, climate action, and equitable green space distribution. Her work bridges policy analysis with practical applications, emphasizing resilience and sociocultural dimensions in planning.
- ESRC Postdoctoral Fellowship
- Fellow of the UK Higher Education Academy
Whitten leads postgraduate courses on sustainable property, housing, and city planning. She has held advisory roles in organizations like Parks for London, the Royal Geographical Society's Landscape Geography Working Group, and the American Association of Geographers' Landscape Specialty Group.
