About Engena

The UK's Specialist Renewable Energy Planning Consultancy

Engena is a specialist renewable energy planning consultancy with over 20 years of experience securing consent for wind, solar, and battery storage projects across England, Scotland and Wales.
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We act as your lead consultant; managing every stage from initial site assessment through to planning approval and financial close. That means one point of contact, one team accountable for your project, and no gaps between disciplines.

Our focus is narrow by design. We don't spread ourselves across residential, commercial, or oil and gas sectors. Everything we do is built around getting renewable energy projects consented. That focus gives us a depth of knowledge in EIA, environmental planning, and the UK planning system that generalist firms can't match.
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We work with developers, landowners, and investors. Whether you're assessing a site for the first time, navigating a complex EIA, or fighting a planning refusal at appeal, we bring the same level of attention. Single turbine or utility-scale energy park, the approach doesn't change.
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What sets us apart is how we work. We don't just flag problems during the planning process. We identify practical solutions early, so issues are dealt with before they become reasons for refusal. It's a proactive approach that saves time, reduces risk, and keeps projects moving.
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Our director is involved in every project. You won't be handed off to junior staff or lost in a chain of account managers. The people making decisions on your project are the same people you speak to.

Meet the team behind your project's success.

Every project is led by our director, supported by a team of specialists in EIA, environmental planning, and renewable energy consenting. Here are the people you'll actually be working with.

Ian Booker MSc, DIC, BSc (Hons), MInstP

Director

Ian co-founded Engena Ltd following an early career in community regeneration, which began in 1996. Drawing on his scientific background, he has since led the planning and delivery of both EIA and non-EIA projects nationwide — spanning renewable energy, infrastructure, and environmental development.

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As Director, Ian provides strategic oversight across the full project lifecycle, from initial feasibility through to submission and post-submission support. He fosters a collaborative culture, mentoring team members and championing professional development across the business.

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Ian’s depth of experience and commitment to knowledge-sharing ensure that Engena’s projects are not only delivered with precision, but also contribute to building sector expertise and long-term capacity.

Grady Finley BA (Hons), MSc

Planning Project Manager

Grady joined the team in early 2025, bringing a strong academic foundation with a BA in Geography and an MSc in Urban Planning, specialising in Regeneration.

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With extensive experience in preparing and managing planning applications for renewable energy developments, including grid connections, solar farms, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) - Grady offers practical insight and strategic guidance across the full planning lifecycle.

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Prior to joining Engena he worked within an in-house planning team focused exclusively on delivering renewable technologies or varying scales. He continues to refine his expertise in navigating both local and national planning policies with the goal of delivering sustainable energy solutions.

Tabitha King BSc (Hons)

Project Manager

Tabitha joined the team in 2024, bringing knowledge from a BSc in Environmental Science and a passion for advancing sustainable development through renewable energy.

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She manages a diverse portfolio of projects, guiding clients from early-stage feasibility through to the submission of environmental reports. With a proactive approach and a clear focus on environmental integrity, Tabitha plays a key role in delivering projects that align with both regulatory standards and long-term sustainability goals.

Felix Cook BSc (Hons)

Project Manager

Felix has recently joined the team and holds a BSc in Environmental Science.

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Felix is passionate about advancing low carbon technologies, decarbonising the energy sector and contributing to the wider energy transition.

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Felix will be working across our client portfolio to manage projects through the various phases, from the initial feasibility stage to the submission of environmental reports.

Arantxa San Sebastian BSc (Hons), MSc

Project Manager

Arantxa first joined Engena in 2013 and returned in 2021 following a career break to travel extensively, bringing fresh perspective and renewed energy to the team.

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With a meticulous eye for detail and a strong foundation in environmental planning, she plays a key role in reviewing and drafting reports and applications. Arantxa’s blend of experience and precision ensures that project documentation is clear, compliant, and professionally presented at every stage.

Debbie Scott-Webb Chartered MCIPD

Assistant Project Manager

Since joining the team in 2007, Debbie has been involved in the early-stage development of feasibility reports and supports the delivery of environmental statements and reports across all project phases.

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A Chartered Member of the CIPD, Debbie also leads on HR procedures and brings a people-first approach to internal operations. She is instrumental in coordinating key administrative functions - helping the business run smoothly behind the scenes.

Debbie Last

Bookkeeper

Debbie joined our team officially during 2023 having previously worked with us for a number of years.

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Debbie is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, including sales, purchases, receipts, and payments. With a strong grasp of accounting processes, she ensures that accounts receivable, accounts payable,and payroll are managed efficiently and on schedule, supporting the smooth financial running of the business.

Testimonials

Since 2008 we have provided consultation and technical expertise across many diverse projects, proposing a variety of technologies. As these technologies have evolved and been refined we have kept ahead of the curve, making us perfect partners for you on your next project. No matter how challenging.

I have had the pleasure of working with Engena Ltd on a large utility scale solar project in Suffolk discharging multiple panning conditions. Their relationship with the local councils was invaluable as well as their professionalism during joint community meetings and their response times to queries and comments.

Mark Collins, EDF Power Solutions

EDF Renewables have now worked with Engena for a number of years and have been extremely pleased with the service provided. The experience and know how within the team is key and has successfully managed a number of renewable projects on our behalf. We continue to use Engena to support our growing portfolio of renewable projects throughout the UK.

Darren Cuming, EDF Renewables

We have worked with Engena on a number of our solar projects, all of which, so far, have been granted planning permission. We are always impressed by the professionalism and reliability of their services and look forward to working together on many more projects.

Chloe Hood, Communications Manager, Aura Power

We found the entire team at Engena to be amongst one of the most committed we have ever used. The quality of their work is of the very highest order and their diligence and resourcefulness is key to their success. We would not hesitate to use their services again.

Bernard Matthews Green Energy (Halesworth) Ltd

Those who brought Engena together came from energy backgrounds and have extensive wind energy development experience. They know their way around EIA law and practice, and have a refreshing attitude to putting Environmental Statements together - thorough, not overly long and very readable. They manage consultants well and aren’t too bad at working with lawyers! I always enjoy working with the Engena team. They get on with things and have a light touch.

Marcus Trinick KC, Partner, Eversheds LLP

Drive Your Renewable Energy Project

Our end-to-end consultancy services are designed and proven to secure planning consent and deliver renewable energy assets across England, Scotland and Wales.

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