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Eveline Lemke

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Eveline Lemke is a sought-after expert in the fields of Circular Economy, sustainability, and future strategies. With many years of experience in business, politics, and academia, she inspires decision-makers to leverage the Circular Economy as a competitive advantage. As a keynote speaker and consultant, she supports companies in their transformation toward sustainable business models. Book Eveline Lemke for your event and benefit from practical insights for future-oriented corporate leadership.

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Eveline Lemke: A Thought Leader in Circular Economy & Future Strategies

Anyone looking for a renowned expert in Circular Economy, sustainable business practices, climate protection, and future strategies for their business event will find Eveline Lemke to be a sought-after thought leader with exceptional practical experience. The economist combines business, politics, and entrepreneurship into a clear perspective on the transformation of companies and society. Her focus lies on the question of how economic success, resource conservation, and future viability can be successfully aligned. As a keynote speaker and moderator, she inspires decision-makers to understand and actively shape the Circular Economy as a competitive advantage.

Current Projects in Circular Economy & Sustainability

Today, Eveline Lemke focuses on the development and implementation of forward-looking Circular Economy concepts. Through her consulting and think tank activities, she supports organizations, companies, and institutions in their transformation toward sustainable business models. In doing so, she combines strategic thinking with pragmatic implementation expertise. Her knowledge is particularly valued where sustainable innovation, resource efficiency, climate protection, and economic resilience must be brought together. As a sought-after speaker, she communicates complex topics in a clear, inspiring, and highly practical way.

Shaped by Business, Politics, and Academia

Eveline Lemke began her professional career in wholesale and international trade, where she was introduced early on to the principles of recycling and resource utilization. Building on this experience, she completed a degree in management and economics. Highlights of her career include serving as Minister for Economic Affairs, Climate Protection, Energy, and Regional Planning in the German state of Rhineland-Palatinate, as well as her role as president of an international university. Through these positions, she has gained extensive experience across business, academia, and politics—a combination that makes her a credible voice for sustainable transformation, innovation, and responsible economic development.

Why Eveline Lemke Is the Right Choice for Your Event

Profound expertise in Circular Economy, sustainability, and future-oriented business
Unique combination of experience in business, politics, and academia
Practical insights for companies, executives, and organizations
Inspiring keynotes on sustainable business models and transformation
Clear communication of complex future and sustainability topics
Strategic perspective on climate protection, innovation, and competitiveness
High credibility through many years of leadership and management experience
Actionable impulses with direct relevance for business practice and decision-making

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Topics

Sustainability Climate Change Transformation Innovation Economy

Circular Economy – The Key to a Future-Ready Economy

Why the Circular Economy is far more than recycling and waste prevention
How companies can rethink resources and create competitive advantages
What opportunities the Circular Economy offers for innovation, growth, and sustainability

Rethinking Resilience – What Crises Can Teach Us About the Future

Why the most powerful innovations emerge at the edge of chaos
How regions, businesses, and societies can become more resilient
What lessons can be learned from extreme events for sustainable economic development

From Linear Thinking to Regenerative Value Creation

Why climate change, resource scarcity, and plastic pollution are symptoms of a larger problem
How economic misalignments can be identified and overcome
Which strategies companies can use to achieve successful transformation

References & Press

Conference Appearances

Hannover University – International Practice Cooperation for Global Change (2022)
EWMD European Women Management Development International Network – Bodenseegespräche, Friedrichshafen (2022)
Münchner Kreis e. V. – Discussions on Digital Transformation in the Context of the Circular Economy (2022)
WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management – SensAbility Sustainability Summit (2022)
Saaris, Saarland Economic Development Agency – Value Creation through Circular Economy (2022)
BDE – German Association of the Waste Management, Water and Circular Economy Industry – Regional Meeting (2022)
University of Applied Sciences for Technology and Economics of Saarland (2023)
Cradlenet, Sweden (2024)
Rigid Foam Industry Association (2022–2024)
AGYLE, Germany – Land of Ideas, Berlin (2024)
Competence Center for Cultural and Creative Industries – Creative Lab 7, Berlin (2024)
Cluster Clean Waste, Valencia, Spain (2025)
BIGL – Berlin Institute for Governance and Leadership, Berlin (2025)
Polytechnic University of Valencia, Spain (2025)
Rethink Rotor Tech, Darmstadt (2025)

Selected Corporate References

FZ-Recycling GmbH & Co. KG, Niederzissen
Development of processes and facilities for closing material loops, with a particular focus on EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) recycling.
Dr. Frank Ziebeil, Managing Director

Zahnen-Technik GmbH, Arzfeld
Construction and optimization of wastewater treatment plants, water treatment systems, and early warning systems.
Dr. Herbert Zahnen, Managing Director

Berthold Becker Engineering Office for Civil and Structural Engineering, Bad Neuenahr-Ahrweiler
For more than 50 years, the company has been shaping municipal infrastructure projects, including road construction, water supply, wastewater management, and increasingly flood and heavy rainfall prevention.
Markus Becker, Owner and Managing Director

Ahrweiler Waste Management Authority (AöR)
The municipal organization is responsible for waste management in the Ahrweiler district. It is EMAS-certified and operates an environmental learning center. As sponsor and organizer of annual conferences commemorating the Ahr Valley flood disaster, it plays a key role in the region.
Stephan Müllers, Technical Director