Christina Røren, former Greenprint 2020 Intern

Name?

Christina Røren.

Where did you first hear about Greenprint 2020?

I received an e-mail from my university about an EcoTeam workshop at Goldsmiths.

What have you been involved with at Global Action Plan?

I started off as an intern in the Greenprint 2020 team. Over time I started to deliver EcoTeam and Pump it Up events as well as NEET and Community Leadership Training Sessions. Global Action Plan was great at including interns in as many things as possible so we could gain valuable experience to help us move forward. I was employed as an ambassador directly after my internship finished which I remained as for over a year.

What have you been up to since working with us?

Whilst working as an ambassador for Global Action Plan I did my MSc in Environment, Science & Society at UCL. I am now currently the Norwegian Programme Manager for a great recycling and upcycling company called TerraCycle. Using a very innovative approach they partner with forward thinking brands and create public collection programs where non-recyclable or hard to recycle consumer waste is collected. Instead of ending up in landfills the waste is transformed into new, exciting environmentally friendly products. It’s a fantastic workplace and I love what we do. I've enjoyed every day and I am glad that the hard work of gaining sufficient experience paid off in helping me get here.

What do you love about Global Action Plan?

My favourite part about Greenprint 2020 is the focus on empowering and educating the youth who be our future leaders. In particular it demonstrates that sustainable solutions are challenging, but achievable when working together. I gained varied and extremely valuable experience that has been crucial for getting job interviews and also, I gained a lot of friends! Global Action Plan is such a warm and incredible organisation that will always have a place in my mushy Nordic heart.

Top green tip?

Try to make a new green commitment every week/month. Set a goal of sticking to it for a week/month and maybe you’ll find that it’s not a difficult habit to stick to after all!

Top tip for young people wanting to join the environmental sector?

Get as much work experience as you can in different organisations if possible. Get involved with running a society if your at university. Challenge yourself and don't be afraid to do so, if you don't feel scared and nervous about what's ahead and you're just feeling comfortable, are you really developing and growing as a person and a professional?