S4.Ep5: Lene Lange

About this episode

Dr. Lene Lange discusses her journey in promoting sustainable bioresource use and collaboration across sectors.

In this inspiring episode of the Imagine India Podcast, host Shannon Olsson speaks with Dr. Lene Lange—scientist, author, advisor, and founder of LL Bioeconomy Research and Advisory. With a career spanning academia, government, and industry across over 100 countries, Dr. Lange shares her journey of bridging sectors to promote sustainable bioresource use and North-South collaboration. She reflects on how a strong personal value system, respect for local knowledge, and a passion for science have guided her work across global contexts—from Danish universities to partnerships in the Global South. The conversation also touches on the importance of mutual respect, inclusive innovation, and how we can collectively tackle biodiversity loss and climate challenges.

People in this episode

Host: Shannon Olsson

Guest: Dr. Lene Lange

Topics covered

• sustainable bioresource use
• North-South collaboration
• biodiversity loss
• climate challenges
• inclusive innovation

Keywords

• sustainability
• bioeconomy
• science
• innovation
• climate change
• biodiversity
• global collaboration

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: LL Bioeconomy Research and Advisory

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