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SM Charlesworth is a Professor at Coventry University's Centre for Agroecology, Water and Resilience, focusing on sustainable urban drainage systems, flood management, and environmental resilience. His research spans interdisciplinary topics such as climate adaptation, water quality, and nature-based solutions in urban contexts. He has supervised 13 PhD/Master’s students and contributed to over 140 publications since 2001.
Key research areas include sustainable drainage systems (SUDS), flood risk mitigation in developing regions like Brazil and Nigeria, and innovative technologies for water quality monitoring. His work integrates environmental science with policy analysis, emphasizing community engagement in infrastructure projects. Notable projects include the SOIL NEXUS initiative and studies on urban greening’s microclimate impacts in Coventry.
Charlesworth has explored the environmental and health impacts of pollutants in street dust, sediment toxicity, and biochar applications. His publications highlight challenges in waste management, renewable energy integration with drainage systems, and the lifecycle sustainability of infrastructure. He actively participates in international collaborations, addressing global water scarcity and flood resilience in East Africa and the UK.
His contributions extend to policy frameworks and evaluation methodologies for societal impact in urban living labs. Charlesworth’s research consistently bridges technical innovation with socio-environmental equity, particularly in vulnerable communities and rapidly urbanizing regions.
