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Goal Conflicts in Forestry and Land Use – Balancing Human Rights, Nature Conservation, and Business Interests Passed

Saturday November 15, 2025 13:00 - 14:00 -03 Roundtable - Closed event

Category: STEWARDING BIODIVERSITY (CIRCULARITY), FORESTS & OCEANS

This roundtable will bring together civil society, businesses, policymakers, and community organisations to explore goal conflicts in forestry and land use, and identify inclusive solutions. Participants to share perspectives on climate, human rights, biodiversity, and business interests to shape policy and practice.

Moderator: Annika Otterstedt, Assistant Director General, the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (Sida)

Speakers:

  • Emma Modeer Wiking, Head of International Sustainable Business, Business Sweden
  • Andreas Holmberg, Bishop of Stockholm, Church of Sweden
  • Maria Löfgren Gernes, Programme Coordinator for Climate, Church of Sweden
  • Ulf Johansson, Head of Global Wood Supply & Forestry, IKEA Group
  • Ana Flavia, Sustainability Leader – External Engagement & Partnership, IKEA Group
  • Julia Rensberg, Sámi Human Rights Defender and Central Committee Member, World Council of Churches
  • Quentin Drewell, Senior Director Circular Products & Materials, The World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD)