In an interview with CGTN's Global Business, Severin Podolak, the Head of Event Management and Operations at the World Economic Forum (WEF), emphasized the organization's commitment to sustainability and diversity at this year's event.
Podolak highlighted the WEF's efforts to \"reduce, reuse, and recycle,\" implementing measures such as subsidizing participants who opted for public transportation. \"We tried our best to minimize the environmental impact of our event by encouraging sustainable travel options,\" he stated.
The operations chief also noted that the 2024 Davos Forum aimed to bring in diverse representation across regions, industries, and opinions. \"Diversity is at the heart of meaningful dialogue,\" Podolak said. \"By including voices from various backgrounds, we hope to foster deeper understanding and collaboration on global issues.\"
The WEF's focus on sustainability and diversity reflects a growing global trend toward more inclusive and environmentally conscious practices in international events. Participants and observers alike have praised these initiatives as steps toward addressing pressing global challenges.
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WEF operations chief: Sustainability, diversity at the core of event
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