In a recent interview with CGTN's Global Business, Severin Podolak, Head of Event Management and Operations at the World Economic Forum (WEF), emphasized that sustainability and diversity are at the forefront of the upcoming Davos 2024 Forum. Podolak highlighted the WEF's commitment to \"reduce, reuse, and recycle,\" unveiling measures aimed at minimizing the event's environmental footprint.
One notable initiative is the subsidization of participants who choose to travel by public transportation, encouraging eco-friendly travel options among attendees from around the globe. \"We are striving to make sustainability not just a theme of discussion but a practice embedded in every aspect of the Forum,\" Podolak remarked.
Beyond environmental concerns, Davos 2024 is set to embrace diversity in unprecedented ways. Podolak described efforts to bring together a wide array of voices representing different regions, industries, and perspectives. \"Our goal is to foster a truly inclusive dialogue that reflects the multifaceted nature of global challenges and opportunities,\" he explained.
The WEF's focus on sustainability and diversity resonates with a global audience keen on addressing pressing issues such as climate change and social inclusion. By integrating these principles into the core of its event operations, the Forum aims to set a standard for international gatherings.
As the world anticipates the convergence of leaders and thinkers at Davos, initiatives like these underscore the WEF's role in shaping a sustainable and equitable future. Participants and observers alike will be watching to see how these commitments translate into action on the global stage.
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WEF operations chief: Sustainability, diversity at the core of event
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