Richard Matthews

I am an environmental writer, researcher, and journalist with over 20 years of experience producing in depth analysis on climate policy, clean energy, sustainability, and environmental systems. I work with law firms, consulting agencies, advocacy organizations, research institutions, and climate focused companies that need accurate, well reasoned content for professional and policy audiences.

My work sits at the intersection of policy, business, and environmental change. I specialize in translating complex and technical subjects into clear, structured writing without sacrificing accuracy or nuance. This includes topics such as climate regulation, clean energy systems, sustainable finance, environmental health, and emerging green technologies.

I bring an interdisciplinary perspective informed by formal study in psychology, geography, sustainability, and journalism. This background allows me to assess environmental issues not only from a technical standpoint, but also through their social, political, and economic implications. The result is writing that is analytical, balanced, and accessible to diverse audiences, including policymakers, business leaders, and environmental advocates.

I have published thousands of articles and contributed to reports intended for decision makers, including work for the United Nations Environment Program. My research and analysis have been cited across academic and policy focused publications, and I am currently spearheading Change Oracle’s Polycrisis Project, which examines the interconnected nature of climate, political, and economic crises.

Clients work with me when they need an environmental writer who combines subject matter expertise with strategic clarity, understands complex regulatory and market contexts, and delivers content that informs decisions.

My areas of expertise include:

Climate Policy and Regulation: Federal and international climate legislation, regulatory compliance, carbon pricing, environmental justice, clean energy policy, climate finance, and corporate disclosure requirements.

Green Technology and Innovation: Renewable energy, energy storage, carbon capture, carbon removal, climate technology startups, AI and blockchain applications, smart infrastructure, and environmental monitoring.

Renewable Energy and Clean Power: Solar, wind, hydrogen, grid modernization, distributed energy systems, energy justice, and efficiency strategies.

Climate Finance and Investment: Green bonds, ESG integration, carbon markets, impact investing, transition finance, biodiversity credits, and climate venture capital.

Environmental Health and Science: Air and water quality, toxicology, climate health impacts, environmental justice, microplastics, indoor air quality, and climate related mental health.

Corporate Environmental Strategy: Net zero planning, Scope 3 emissions, ESG reporting, supply chain transparency, and sustainability governance.

My services:

• Climate & Environmental Writing
• Thought Leadership
• White Papers & Reports
• Content & Editorial Support

I bring an interdisciplinary perspective informed by formal study in psychology, geography, sustainability, and journalism. This background allows me to assess environmental issues not only from a technical standpoint, but also through their social, political, and economic implications. The result is writing that is analytical, balanced, and accessible to diverse audiences, including policymakers, business leaders, and environmental advocates.