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Initiative to help clients thrive in the era of climate challenges
Semcon-owned sustainability consultancy Goodpoint is fully committed to support customers in reducing their climate impact. Experts Erik Engström and Johanna Nordström both have extensive experience in climate and sustainability work and are passionate about making a difference and creating a sustainable society.
Erik Engström has recently joined Goodpoint as the Area Manager for the business area Climate-Smart Operations (Klimatsmart verksamhet). He also contributes in executing projects for customers.
"In my role as Business Area Manager, I will coordinate work within the climate sector, develop services, monitor profitability, stay updated on industry developments, and ensure that we have the necessary expertise to meet our customers’ needs," says Erik Engström.
Challenges in both private and public sectors
To broaden the perspectives and take a holistic approach to how we can collectively create a sustainable society. That is one of the biggest sustainability challenges for both the private and public sectors in the years to come.
"We need to achieve sustainability in environmental, climate, economic, and social aspects in a fair and equitable manner. Additionally, we need to identify the synergies that exist between these areas and make wise trade-offs where goal conflicts arise," Erik explains.
Helping Companies Set Climate Goals
Johanna Nordström is also new to Goodpoint, coming most recently from a role as sustainability manager in real estate. Johanna will primarily focus on the Climate-Smart Operations business area.
"In my role as a sustainability consultant, my focus will be on various climate-related issues, such as climate calculations, assessments, and analyses. The goal is to help companies setclimate targets, break them down into concrete, time-bound actions, and work towards achieving them," says Johanna Nordström.
What do you think are the biggest sustainability challenges in the coming years for both the private and public sectors?
"The climate issue and biodiversity. We need to rethink and innovate to tackle these challenges, and they must be addressed together to avoid improving one at the expense of the other. I have extensive experience in setting ambitious goals, breaking them down into clear plans, and following up on them continuously. I am very eager to help more people with this."
About Erik
Education: Master’s degree in Analytical Chemistry and a PhD in Atmospheric Chemistry.
Previous experience: Worked for 14 years as a climate and air quality expert at SMHI, where I processed and analysed data, produced decision-making support, and communicated and disseminated knowledge about climate and air quality. I also had marketing responsibilities towards other Swedish authorities and served as group and unit manager, working on developing systematic management, quality, and environmental work within the organisation.
What motivates me: To contribute to the sustainable transformation of society, both in the public and private sectors.
About Johanna
Education: Environmental Engineer with a focus on energy efficiency from Lund University of Technology.
Previous experience: Previously worked as a sustainability manager at thereal estate company Resona, with sustainability and energy issues at Skanska, and as an HVAC consultant.
What motivates me: To make a difference in both large and small ways. Therefore, sustainability was a natural career path for me.
