Danfoss Power Solutions has appointed Carina Christine Skovmøller as director of its Center for Sustainability, a newly created role. Based in Copenhagen, Carina reports directly to Andreas Schumacher, senior director of centers of excellence.
Carina and her team are set to support the organisation in its environmental, social and governance (ESG) journey, focusing primarily on sustainability. She is expected to be responsible for driving Danfoss Power Solutions’ sustainability strategy as part of the business’ overall 2030 ESG commitment.
Carina said: “I look forward to helping Danfoss Power Solutions apply the 2030 climate goals on a divisional and business unit level. The development of specific roadmaps will help us achieve these targets and put us on a path toward a decarbonised and circular product portfolio, ultimately helping us realise our goal of becoming our customers’ preferred sustainability partner.”
Andreas added: “This newly created role is of great strategic significance as it aligns closely with our sustainability goals. Carina is exactly the type of leader we need to ensure we meet the objectives of our ESG ambition. At Danfoss, we want to be a flagbearer for the green transition and Carina can help us get there.”
Carina has more than 10 years of experience working in the sustainability field, according to a statement. She joins Danfoss Power Solutions from Syngenta Nordic, where she served as head of sustainability, public affairs and communication. Prior to Syngenta, Carina worked for 13 years within the international building sector at Velux Group, holding various leadership positions that included head of global CSR and sustainability. For the past 11 years, she has served as an adjunct associate professor at the Copenhagen Business School.