Bio
Mette Annelie is a specialist in stakeholder engagement, outreach, and communication with more than 20 years of experience driving political and social change internationally and domestically. She has worked extensively in international development, humanitarian assistance, and advocacy, including health, gender, and counter-trafficking efforts during her time in Zambia and Georgia.
Mette served for eight years as an elected policymaker in the City Council of Copenhagen, focusing on environmental, climate, and technical affairs. Passionate about green policy and urban development, she has worked with the Global Network on Energy for Sustainable Development (GNESD) to support and advance sustainable energy solutions and energy access.
Currently, as Chief Advisor for Outreach & Communication at UNEP Copenhagen Climate Centre, she leads strategic communication, stakeholder management, and advocacy efforts. With a Master’s in Social Science from Roskilde University and post-graduate studies in journalism from the University of Massachusetts, she combines policy expertise with a strong communication background.
