Hyvä tyyppi saa enemmän aikaan | Miten ympäristönsuojelun yhteistyö on avautunut Suomessa viime vuosikymmeninä? | Ympäristöjohtaja Miira Riipinen, Helsingin kaupunki | #27

Environmental management requires a shift from isolated, rigid bureaucratic roles to collaborative, network-driven approaches that bridge the gap between scientific expertise and local democracy. Over the past 25 years, the field has evolved from a marginalized, compliance-focused function into a central pillar of urban development and market competitiveness. Effective environmental governance hinges on building trust through transparent communication, balancing ecological sustainability with the practical needs of growing cities, and navigating complex EU-level regulations alongside local realities. Success in this domain depends on the courage to admit knowledge gaps, the ability to coordinate diverse stakeholders, and the willingness to move beyond adversarial tactics. By fostering genuine human connections and prioritizing collective problem-solving over rigid adherence to departmental silos, environmental leaders can better navigate the systemic tensions inherent in building sustainable, resilient urban environments.