Paul Klymenko

I am a systems thinker and maven who is passionate about collaborating to create a sustainable society. To this end I have worked in the environmental field for over 35 years and during this time have had a number of roles including environmental research, strategy and behaviour change as well as socially responsible investment. I am a founding Director of Planet Ark and am now its Chief Sustainability Advisor. Planet Ark has become one of Australia’s most well-known and trusted environmental organisations through highly successful campaigns such as National Tree Day, Cartridges 4 Planet Ark & Recycling Near You. We help people, governments and businesses reduce their impact on the environment in three key areas: sustainable resource use using circular economy principles; low carbon lifestyles; and connecting people with nature. We promote and create simple, positive environmental actions for everyone. Our latest major initiatives include the development of the Australasian Recycling Label (an evidenced based standardised recycling label) and the Australian Circular Economy Hub which aims to facilitate to the transition to a Circular Economy. I co-founded Australian Ethical Investment Ltd in 1986, which is Australia’s first socially responsible fund manager with over $8.5 billion under management. Prior to moving into environmental field I enjoyed 11 years in the financial services industry in research and advising roles. I also contribute to a number of Boards and Advisory Committees all focussed on sustainable outcomes.