POLITICAL & CAMPAIGNING
Rebecca Pow is a dedicated environmental advocate and seasoned leader bringing her political experience as a former Environment Minster and Member of Parliament for Taunton Deane to bear in her work across public charitable and non profit sectors.
She is a Highly experienced Chair, Trustee, Charity Ambassador. Known for her commitment to championing environmental issues, Rebecca has consistently delivered results that benefit both local communities and the nation at large. Her ability to combine strategic vision with hands-on action has set her apart as a transformative force in politics.
Throughout her career, Rebecca has demonstrated a unique ability to influence change, navigating complex legislative processes, and securing critical outcomes. From steering groundbreaking environmental legislation to spearheading grassroots campaigns, her efforts have consistently driven positive, tangible impacts on the ground. Her work reflects a steadfast belief in the power of collaboration and the importance of addressing pressing challenges with innovative solutions.
Highlights
Rebecca has played a pivotal role in shaping the UK's environmental policy landscape.
Rebecca’s background in media and communications, coupled with her deep understanding of policy-making, has been instrumental in raising awareness and rallying public support for key causes. Her efforts were instrumental in banning microbeads in cosmetics, protecting ancient woodlands, and safeguarding over 103,000 kilometres of hedgerows. She also championed the restoration of the Wellington Monument in her constituency, galvanising local support and securing substantial funding for its preservation. And her work to see a new rail station in the town of Wellington has come to fruition.
She continues to work in the wide environmental areas as
• Chair, Environment Industries Association Environment Committee
• Board Member, Hestercombe Gardens Trust
• Ambassador, CHASE Africa
• Council of Royal Bath & West Society
• Advisory Board Conservative Environment Network
• Member Worship Company of Water Conservators
• Parish Councillor
• Speaker and events host
KEY ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY & STRATEGY MILESTONES
• Steered Environment Act through UK Parliament, legislating the 2030 Nature Decline target
• Led UK and Overseas Territories Biodiversity Strategy development with data-led tools
• Spearheaded reform of water regulation—establishing Storm Overflow Reduction Plan
• Negotiated frameworks: International Plastics Treaty, Global Chemicals Agreement, Global Environment Fund partnerships
SUCCESSFUL CAMPAIGNS
• Ban on micro beads and micro plastics in wash off care products
• Soil campaign – farmers now paid for sustainable management through ELMS
• Restored Wellington Monument (£4m raised, NT flagship project)
• Delivered Wellington Rail Station (£20m+) after 9-year stakeholder campaign
• Saved 40 Commando Royal Marines Base (impact: 2,000 personnel/ £20m economic value)
