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I think the future will be better than we think but we have to do more to get there. I am life-long learner especially for sustainable aspects, a thriving facilitator, climate fresker, ecoparent, composter, cyclist sharing my time between France and Germany,  animating, speaking, organising events destinated to sensibilise people and business in my surroundings for social and environmental aspects. 

I am Leonie Hoffmann, a dedicated youth climate advocate with a Master’s in Sustainability and Social Innovation, currently serving as a sustainability consultant. As a speaker at the Summit of the Future High-Level Side Event in New York 2024, I urged urgent climate action and championed agency for future generations. I’ve moderated key discussions and served as a panelist on Climate Day 2024. Passionate about fostering climate awareness, I am launching my own podcast at the end of 2024.

I am a 20-year-old student and climate activist, working with civil society, the private sector and international politics to ensure intergenerational collaboration in the sustainability transition. For the past years, I have led numerous youth organizations, initiatives and programs, all focused on leveraging the potential of my generation in changing the world. Now, as Finland's Youth Delegate for Climate, I work at the UNFCCC as a strong advocate for climate justice in all of its forms.

Jeg er uddannet miljøingeniør. Jeg er 55 år. til dagligt er jeg Direktør i Klimatorium. Jeg er gift og har 4 børn 8( alderen 13-22 år). Derudover ejer jeg et stykke skov og natur. I min fritid dyrker jeg natur, løb, Karate og jagt.

Mine mål som Klimaambassadør:

- Udbrede budskabet om klimapagten igennem mit hverv som Direktør i Klimatorium.

- 5 opslag pr. måned på sociale medier, om konkrete klimahandlinger jeg er involveret i.

- jeg faciliterer det årlige klimatopmøde, børneklimamøde, ungdomsklimamøde i Klimatorium

- Jeg arbejder målrettet på at Klimaudfordringer skal vendes til noget positivt. Det være sig som nye løsninger, nye jobs, spændende uddannelser, muligheder for at leve med klimaforandringerne.

- jeg vil være aktiv i samarbejdet med andre klimaambassadører i Europa og lære af andres erfaringer.

(translation) I am a 55 year old trained environmental engineer, and the Director of Climatorium. I am married and have 4 children 8 (ages 13-22 years). In addition, I own a piece of forest and nature. In my spare time I enjoy nature, running, Karate and hunting.

My goals as a Climate Ambassador:

- Spread the message of the Climate Pact through my role as Director of Climatorium.

- 5 posts per month on social media about concrete climate actions I am involved in.

- I facilitate the annual climate summit, children's climate meeting, youth climate meeting in Climatorium

- I work purposefully to turn climate challenges into something positive. Be it new solutions, new jobs, exciting education, opportunities to live with climate change.

- I want to be active in the collaboration with other climate ambassadors in Europe and learn from the experiences of others.

I am an environmental (technology) scientist and youth climate leader, currently studying EU Climate Diplomacy. As Chair of Youth for Climate NL and advisor at the Young Climate Movement, I connect grassroots youth voices with national and EU policy. As a Pact Ambassador, I will give guest lectures at Dutch MBO schools, write opinion pieces, and organise events to make climate action more inclusive and accessible (also within my Volt EU Climate & Energy Community)

I am a sustainability consultant passionate about making the energy transition more inclusive and community-driven. My work focuses on integrating social aspects into renewable energy and infrastructure projects through stakeholder engagement, just transition planning, and public participation. As a Climate Pact Ambassador, I aim to empower citizens and youth to take part in shaping climate solutions.

CEO of JH Compliance Consultancy and EU Climate Pact Ambassador, I lead transformative ESG and climate strategies across Europe. With 30+ years in EHS, ESG, and compliance, I help organisations align with the EU Green Deal, CSRD, and Net Zero goals. I champion decarbonisation, sustainable construction, and circular economy innovation turning climate policy into action while driving resilience, transparency, and impact.

I am 31 years old and I come from Prekmurje. As a child, I had cancer, leukemia. I am married, I am an activist, I have my own small business.

In elementary school I participated in the Eco-School programme, in secondary school I participated in the Eco-Parliament, in 2010 I was also the national champion in the Eco-Quiz. Nature, nature conservation and climate change have been with me all my life. I attended the Faculty of Economics and Business in Maribor. I am currently enrolled in a higher education program in Sustainable Development.

I also succeeded, as the only member of the Vesna Party - the Green Party, to become a municipal councillor of the Pomurje Region, that is the municipality of Turnišče.

European Climate Pact Ambassador representing the European Committee of the Regions in Bulgaria

My passion is assisting companies and people in understanding the opportunities and requirements of the EU Green Deal, helping them to align their organisations with combatting the climate crisis. In my role as Head of Sustainability for the cleantech company neoom, I actively engage in the energy transition, focusing on decentralised renewable energy systems (ie. photovoltaics, battery storage, energy management). I attend and speak at events, advocating for sustainability from an organisational perspective and promoting the energy transition. Furthermore, I leverage my platform to educate on the climate crisis and its solutions with fact-based communication looking to engage others in conversations on the benefits of climate solutions. My expertise spans decentralised renewable energy, CO2 markets, and corporate sustainability, ensuring a comprehensive approach to advancing the EU's Climate Pact objectives.

Valerie Huber was born in Vienna in 1996 and grew up in Uganda, the Ivory Coast, Vienna and Washington DC. She’s an Austrian actress known from films such as ‘Klammer - Chasing the Line’ and the Netflix series ‘Kitz’. She is a UNICEF honorary representative and is an activist for issues such as climate justice and social inequality. In 2025, she published her first non-fiction book, ‘Fomo Sapiens - Are we missing out on an ideal world?’, which became a bestseller.

I am a culture and arts professional aiming to increase awareness and climate action in the creative industries. As a sustainability consultant in Film, TV, Animation and culture, I bring concrete solutions towards a sustainable climate action for the productions I work on. As one of the founders of ERIS [Climate Stories] I also aim to influence the development of content and stories to reflect our climate reality and inspire action through audiovisual storytelling.

The Horta Sud Foundation has been working with civil society for 50 years in order to stimulate and strengthen the social frame of the region leading to a process of social transformation subject to values ​​and criteria that emanate from society itself. Only through collective action will we be able to face the challenges of the future: energy waste mobility climate... As manager and representative of the FHS it is an honor for me to present our candidacy.

I am an activist in the field of planetary and environmental health, and the effect of climate change and pollution on maternal and child health and on the elderly population. In particular by promoting community education and health promotion actions focused on:

1. climate change and nutritional impact on the population.
2. effects of pollution and climate change on the health and quality of life of fragile subjects, with rare or chronic diseases, and disabilities, of any age.
3. urban and rural health and positive actions to reduce the discomfort caused by pollution, lack of green areas and effects on the respiratory health of the population. I am committed to support and activism for children and adults with respiratory diseases.

I am a circular economy and sustainable business professional. I have been in charge of sustainable businesses for more than 15 years, including as the Chief Marketing Officer of three listed companies. For the past 7 years, I have been responsible for Finland's largest second-hand marketplace and  CEO the largest second hand fashion e-commerce company in the Nordics.

As an ambassador, I intend to raise the importance of the circular economy in the discussion and bring concrete examples of the enormous opportunities that the circular economy opens up for climate work. I will especially raise the role of second-hand trade and sustainable consumption by appearing at events and writing about its concrete possibilities.

As a renewable energy enthusiast I would be happy to inform you about the great chances and opportunities the Climate Pact, the ideas behind and directives offer. There it is, the answer, for a better environmental situation, how to stabilize and bring Europe's economy to a leading role and for deepening the social bindings in between the population. The momentum of the crisis must be used to accelerate the plans!

I am an aspiring water resource engineer, environmental engineering student and a climate activist. Just as water doesn't know borders, I believe in a connected, socially empathetic and sustainable Europe. As an activist with background in public education, humanities and active citizenship, I intend to promote understanding of the problems facing our environment amongst local communities and promote their participation in decision-making, neighborhood, and environmental protection.

There is more to Sustainability than meets the eye! Unlocking its full potential comes from turning values into value. As a Strategy and Innovation Executive, Academic and Consultant, I co-create sustainability strategies and help embed them into the DNA of organisations and individuals through Labs and Dialogues. As EU Climate Pact Ambassador, I'll leverage these vehicles to engage, raise awareness and build climate literacy in close by communities eager to learn and turn intention into action

As an EU Climate Pact Ambassador, I am dedicated to advancing local and regional climate action. In addition to my ongoing awareness-raising efforts across various platforms, I will actively share climate updates and provide accessible information to enhance public understanding. I will expand my outreach by facilitating virtual debates and by collaborating with local communities and stakeholders to implement practical solutions aligned with the EU Climate Pact's objectives. Together, we can drive meaningful change and build a sustainable future for generations to come.