In this episode, we are delighted to introduce you Matilde Alves, a portuguese Sustainability Manager at Siemens based in Erlangen, Germany. With a strong foundation in physics engineering, Matilde leveraged her expertise to bring meaningful environmental change to organizations and promote sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. Whilst advocating for a just transition in the face of climate change, Matilde is also passionate about empowering the next generation of women in STEM through initiatives like "Do IT Girls", equipping them to thrive in a technology-driven world.
What to expect:
🌿 Matilde's Journey: Explore Matilde's transition from graduating from an integrated masters in physics engineering to sustainability leadership, and the experiences that ignited her passion for environmental advocacy.
🌿 Driving Change at Microsoft: insights into her role in fostering employee-led sustainability initiatives, and the impact of such communities on corporate culture and environmental outcomes.
🌿 Scaling Sustainability at Siemens: learn about Matilde’s experience as a Sustainability Manager at Siemens, as well as her view on the role of technology in driving environmental solutions
🌿 Empowering Future Leaders: discover our guest’s involvement in initiatives like "Do IT Girls" and her advice for students aiming to build careers in sustainability.
If you want to know more about Matilde and her professional journey in and into sustainability, don’t forget to connect on LinkedIn and share your feedback on this episode: www.linkedin.com/in/matilde-alves
🌱 Whether you're a student, an oikos member, or someone passionate about environmental sustainability, this episode offers valuable perspectives on driving sustainable change within organizations and beyond.
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