Dr. Gunhild A. Stordalen

About

Dr. Gunhild A. Stordalen

Dr. Gunhild A. Stordalen, a visionary leader and advocate at the nexus of climate, health, and sustainability, has amassed over two decades of remarkable accomplishments in her field. Currently serving as the Founder & Executive Chair of EAT, she embarked on this global initiative in 2013, standing side by side with co-founder Professor Johan Rockstrom. Under her guidance, EAT transitioned into a science-based multi-stakeholder foundation through a groundbreaking partnership with the Wellcome Trust in 2016.

With a relentless commitment to addressing global food security and environmental sustainability, Dr. Stordalen has pioneered a holistic approach that has garnered international recognition. Notably, in 2020 and 2021, she held the prestigious position of Chair of Action Track 2: Shifting to Healthy and Sustainable Consumption Patterns at the UN Food Systems Summit.

Among her numerous accolades, Dr. Stordalen has been honored as WWF Sweden’s Environmental Hero of the Year, recognized as a Young Global Leader by the World Economic Forum, and awarded the UN Foundation’s Global Leadership Award. Resumé acknowledged her as one of the ‘top 150 Most Influential Business Communicators in Sweden,’ and Kapital Magazine featured her as one of the ‘100 Most Powerful Women in Norway.’

Dr. Stordalen’s academic journey is equally impressive, with a Medical Doctorate from the University of Oslo (2000-2007) and a subsequent PhD in Pathology/Orthopedic Surgery from Oslo University Hospital in 2010.

She actively engages with global issues through a multitude of board memberships and advisory roles, including serving as a Lead Group Member for the United Nation’s Scaling Up Nutrition (SUN) Movement and as a Board Member of the World Economic Forum (WEF) Stewardship Board on Food Systems. Dr. Stordalen is also an Advisory Board Member for REQ Capital and a Member of the Africa Europe Women Leaders Network. Her influence extends to the international stage as a member of the International Advisory Board of the Stockholm Resilience Center.

Beyond her official roles, Dr. Stordalen wears the hats of Ambassador for Friends of Ocean Action, Champion for Nature at the World Economic Forum, and a Member of HELENA.

A sought-after speaker, Dr. Stordalen captivates audiences worldwide with her insights into health, sustainability, and climate change. She is a regular presence at global conferences, forums, and discussions, where she shares her expertise on the challenges and solutions within the global food system.