In an exclusive interview with CGTN's Global Business, Severin Podolak, Head of Event Management and Operations at the World Economic Forum (WEF), highlighted the organization's commitment to sustainability and diversity at this year's event.
\"We tried our best to reduce, reuse, and recycle,\" Podolak stated, emphasizing measures such as subsidizing participants who traveled by public transportation. These efforts align with the WEF's broader goal of minimizing the environmental impact of its annual gatherings.
Podolak also noted the 2024 Davos Forum's focus on diverse representation. \"We brought in voices from different regions, industries, and opinions,\" he said. By fostering a more inclusive dialogue, the WEF aims to address global challenges with a wide range of perspectives.
The emphasis on sustainability and diversity reflects the shifting priorities of international organizations as they navigate complex economic, social, and environmental issues. For business professionals, academics, and global readers alike, the initiatives discussed by Podolak signal an evolving approach to global collaboration.
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WEF operations chief: Sustainability, diversity at the core of event
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