Emma Sahlgren

Background

About Emma Sahlgren

As a sustainability professional with a comprehensive understanding of both domestic and international sustainability solutions, I bring experience backed by research across Europe and Africa, as well as academic experiences across continents. I hold an M.Sc. in Global Development (Environment and Climate Change) from the University of Manchester, where my disseration focused on U.S. food aid policy as it has impacted Ethiopian food security and food sovereignty capabilities. Before my M.Sc, I graduated from Virginia Tech with a B.A. in Public and Urban Affairs, specializing in Environmental Policy and Planning, along with double minors in Spanish and Global Food Security and Health. At Virginia Tech, my studies explored a wide range of sustainability topics such as land use, conservation, collaborative public policy, and environmental justice. With a deep commitment to sustainable development, I aim to contribute to innovative, impactful solutions that advance environmental resilience and social equity.