Elena Rempp

In a nutshell, tell us about yourself:

My earliest memories of environmental challenges were tied to species extinction, which inspired a childhood dream of working in biodiversity and species conservation. This ambition has continued to guide my commitment to sustainability and climate justice.
My career has been driven by a desire to maximise positive impact, from working with refugees in Europe to addressing food security challenges and later specialising in climate and biodiversity conservation. In my personal life, I am passionate about activities that connect me to nature, including vegan cooking, hiking, surfing and climbing.

What are your loves ?

The sun, the ocean, forests, cats, dogs, laughter, coffee and all kinds of board games!

How would you like to be remembered?

As someone who was consistent, kind and disciplined in all areas of life, and always stayed true to her values of justice, fairness and empathy.

When are you happiest?

I’m happiest on a sunny day at the beach, surrounded by my loved ones.

What drives you to do this kind of work?

Contributing to climate justice and ensuring that future generations have a more sustainable world to live in.