Climate Pact Ambassadors

As Vice-Minister-President of the Flemish Government and Minister of internal affairs, integration and living in diversity, I want to do everything in my power to encourage ambitious climate actions. I believe in the tremendous potential and willpower of local governments to implement real solutions on the ground. That is why I took the initiative to create a new ecosystem of cooperation between local governments and the Flemish government. That became our Local Energy and Climate Pact, now signed by 293 out of our 300 local governments.

I am originally from Turkey and currently residing in Germany while working in the heart of Brussels as a Project Coordinator at Volonteurope. With a background in Law, my experiences living in various European countries have provided me with first-hand insights into the diverse climate challenges faced across the continent. I am dedicated to making a significant impact as a Climate Pact Ambassador by organising workshops through the various projects I have been actively taking part in by connecting climate advocacy directly with sustainability practices, and empowering individuals for eco-friendly careers, addressing greenwashing. Additionally, my role in actively implementing climate and environmental components in different projects will allow me to bring the issues to the forefront with many young Europeans. Climate change remains central to shaping Europe's future and it should be aligned perfectly with the overarching goals of climate action and the Climate Pact.

I'm an Environmental Studies MA student and a climate activist. As an active young person, I believe that empowering youth stands at the core of positive change. During my time as a European Climate Pact Ambassador, I intend to raise awareness on climate issues among children and young people, especially from rural communities. Through local climate games and interactive presentations, I aim at equipping students with tools and skills in order to become climate activists in their communities.

I am a Surveying Engineer and have worked on issues related to the climate transition for cities through urban Planning and especially the expansion green spaces. In my expierence, I have seen first hand the challenges in building a resilient environment. They that relate to society, culture and the actions and proposals that cannot be easily quantified or put into specific models. The impact of the climate crisis but also technological developments, urbanisation, globalisation, mass displacement of refugees and the great economic crisis affecting Europe and the planet in general, as well as various other factors, have shifted a focus to raising the awareness of more  people regarding the new realities they face and how to build resilience to it. I believe I can bring my experiences towards helping in this endeavour.

The changes taking place in the environment require common, synchronised action, which is why the activities of the university community to address the global challenge of mitigating climate change are so important. This most important current challenge requires that all activities, including those of the university community, be directed towards climate neutrality with a broadly collaborative approach.

As a journalist and ”greenfluencer”, communication is my number one tool to inspire climate action and change. I dedicate my time to raise awareness about the flaws and injustices of our current way of life and the advantages of a climate-friendly lifestyle, primarily through lectures, books, articles, blogposts, podcast episodes and posts in social media. The personal gains of having a climate-friendly lifestyle and living in a society within the planetary boundaries are often over-looked in politics, media and the current social debate, and we need more positive visions of what a transformed society could look like.

I am also the co-founder of a climate organisation, Klimatklubben (Climate Club), which helps citizens find easy (and fun!) ways to engage in climate action, sustainability work and system change on a regional as well as national level.

I am persuaded that respect for all men passes through respect for the environment and care for the "piece of land" entrusted to us. I am a father and with my actions I want to leave a better world than it is now, bequeathing it to my son and all those he represents. Engaged in the world of energy, I spend my time informing people about the good use of energy sources. I am a volunteer in the Catholic world, in which I would like to promote initiatives for the return to the land and respect for it.

I work as Chief assistant professor at the National Center for Public Health and Analysis (NCPHA) of the Ministry of Health and author for Climateka.bg. I have a doctoral degree in "Climatology" obtained from the Sofia university "St. Kliment Ohridski". I have been dealing with the impact of climate change on human health since 2008, specialising many times abroad. I am also the scientific secretary of the Bulgarian Medical Geography Society, hub manager of the Climate KIC program for the NCPHA (2021-2023) and organiser of the Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change in Bulgaria. In 2023 I won the European Meteorological Society Journalistic Award, as well as second place in the "Economics" category at the Web report 2023 competition, as well as third place in the "Online Media" category at the National Competition for Green journalism in 2022.

I am a secondary school teacher and president of the "San Martino Cultural Center - Puglia Region", a cultural association in Taviano (Lecce). For the Climate Pact I will try to raise awareness among students, teachers and citizens by organizing activities, project for education on the sustainable development goals in Europe. I am planning to carry out european projects in order to promote climate and environmental issues, circular economy and inclusion of vulnerable people.

As president of the San Martino Cultural Center I was elected in the Forum for Open Government for the 2024/2027 mandate.

Oltre trent'anni da professionista della Meteorologia: (Previsore Meteo per Servizio Meteorologico A.M.  Qualifica di Meteorologist WMO). Diploma di Capitano di Lungo Corso; Laurea triennale in Scienze Organizzative e Gestionali e Laurea Magistrale in Scienze Politiche Relazioni Internazionali con Tesi sul Cambiamento Climatico e Relazioni Internazionali voto 108/110. Da anni impegnato nella divulgazione  Meteo/Climatica e relative pubbliche relazioni locali, nazionali ed internazionali.

More than 30 years as a Meteorology professional: (Weather forecaster for A.M. Meteorological Service. WMO Meteorologist qualification). Diploma of Captain of Long Course; Bachelor's Degree in Organizational and Management Sciences and Master's Degree in Political Science International Relations with a thesis on Climate Change and International Relations vote 108/110. For years he has been involved in the dissemination of weather/climate and related public relations at local, national and international level.

I am a professor at the University of Salento, where I teach Economic Geography. My academic work focuses on sustainability factors affecting the economy and territory, with emphasis on climate action. I lead Next EU, promoting sustainable development and climate initiatives, and as CEO of ESG Italia, I help companies develop sustainability reports aligned with European directives (CSRD, CSDDD). My goal is to drive businesses towards environmentally and socially sustainable models.

I am a senior consultant and project manager at company Cyrkl, specializing in the circular economy and waste management for industrial companies. In my hometown of Košice (Slovakia), I volunteer on projects like Čas spomaliť, help the city create a Re-use center, advocate for public art spaces, and support local dog shelters. My mission is to bring sustainable solutions to my (and other) communities.

I am the COO of the Green REV Institute, Poland's first green think tank focusing on the intersection of animal rights, human rights, and climate issues. I hold degrees from the Cracow University of Economics, Warsaw School of Economics, and the Democracy & Diversity New School University. With extensive experience in mobilizing and educating for change, I have been involved in various initiatives since 2001, working primarily in the third sector.
 

I am a Board member of the Hellenic Impact Investing Network and Climate Governance Specialist in the EPLO. I have worked on climate action for over 12 years; starting with grass-root initiatives and street/neighborhood level activities, moved to supporting local authorities lead the transition in different countries, and currently focusing on (democratic-multilevel) ecosystem building, targeting governance transformation. My focus is on creating synergies and bridging all societal layers for climate action.

I am an expert in NGO public relations and I quickly became a waste expert since I joined EBM in 2014. I lead the association’s communication and dissemination work. Other experience includes working in the field with event organisers to minimize waste, several awareness raising campaigns and a series of workshops on domestic waste reduction for the layman. I am a certfied zero waste trainer who is also managing a zero waste bar and event place.

I am a passionate advocate for sustainability with expertise in carbon accounting, energy management, and ESG practices. As a Climate Pact Ambassador, I plan to lead workshops and events that raise awareness on climate action, especially targeting underserved communities. My activities will focus on creating tangible solutions through community engagement, educational programs, and hands-on climate projects, helping individuals and organizations contribute meaningfully to a sustainable future.

Passionate Ambassador aiming to raise climate awareness across the globe and form a stronger bridge between regular civilians and governments. Motivated by observing changes in our day to day life caused by climate change and the effect it has on nature and us as a part of it. Hoping to show people that their opinions on this topic matter and we should work as a team, not against each other. Inspired to act, acting to inspire.

I am a passionate and dedicated climate advocate and leader, who has been involved in various activities and projects related to climate change and sustainability over the past three years. As a European Climate Pact Ambassador, I commit to take concrete actions to promote sustainability and raise awareness about the impacts and solutions of climate change. In the next year, I plan to write articles or give presentations on various topics related to my activities for climate action and sustainability, create knowledge material that will help educators and students to learn about climate change and sustainability in an interactive and engaging way, organise or attend events that have visible links with the Climate Pact, and deliver other activities that are in line with the objectives of the Pact. I hope to inspire and empower other people, especially young people, to join me in this journey and to make a positive difference for the planet and the future generations.

As an Ambassador of the Climate Pact primarily I will focus on education about climate change and how to act to restore the balance in nature.

I will continue speaking to schools, students, and youth about the Climate Reality and how we can act together for better climate.

I will also educate about all the 17 Sustainable Development Goals for 2017- 2030.