Global Business Briefing with Dr. Florika Fink-Hooijer, Director-General of the Environment Department of the European Commission.

On March 20, 2023, The Meridian Corporate Council hosted a Global Business Briefing with Dr. Florika Fink-Hooijer, Director-General of the Environment Department of the European Commission. The discussion, moderated by Amanda Kalyan, Director - Corporate Relations & Member Engagement, covered key European Green Deal objectives in particular the areas of Circular Economy, Biodiversity and Zero Pollution

Dr. Florika Fink-Hooijer is the Director-General of the Environment Department of the European Commission. Having occupied various senior management positions in the European Commission, Florika is recognized for her strong management and leadership skills and her in-depth experience in EU policy making & shaping. A lawyer by training, Florika brings a proven record of accomplishment in foreign external and security policy as well as in humanitarian aid and disaster risk reduction. She has extensive experience in leading complex inter-institutional and intergovernmental negotiations. In her current role, she is responsible for implementing the European Green Deal objectives in particular the areas of Circular Economy, Biodiversity and Zero Pollution. 

The European Green Deal is an ambitious and transformative initiative that aims to make the European Union (EU) the world's first climate-neutral continent by 2050.Dr. Fink-Hooijer impressed upon the unique opportunity for the EU to lead the global fight against climate change while fostering sustainable growth. By understanding the regulatory implications of this ambitious initiative, businesses and individuals can actively contribute to a greener future for Europe. By embracing the opportunities presented by the European Green Deal this will not only help in achieving climate goals but also drive innovation and resilience in the face of environmental challenges.

Members of the Meridian Corporate Council gather to listen to remarks from Dr. Fink-Hooijer during the Global Business Briefing on March 20, 2023.

Sarah Brenholt, Cargill, provides a question to Dr. Fink-Hooijer during the Global Business Briefing on March 20, 2023.

Viresh Shah, Deloitte, posits a question Dr. Fink-Hooijer during the Global Business Briefing on March 20, 2023.

An attendee participates in the discussion with Dr. Fink-Hooijer during the Global Business Briefing on March 20, 2023.

Cherie Wilson, Delta Airlines, asks a question to Dr. Fink-Hooijer during the Global Business Briefing on March 20, 2023.

Brittany Masalosalo, Vice Chair of the Meridian Corporate Council Executive Committee, during the Global Business Briefing on March 20, 2023.

Project summary

Global Business Briefing with Dr. Florika Fink-Hooijer, Director-General of the Environment Department of the European Commission. | March 2023
Number of Visitors:	20
Number of Attendees:	20
Regions:	Europe and Eurasia
Impact Areas:	Business and Trade, Energy and the Environment, Foreign Policy
Program Areas:	Diplomatic Engagement
Partners:	Private Sector, Diplomatic Corps, Public Sector