Siri Bjerke

Norwegian Minister of the Environment

Siri Bjerke - Norwegian Minister of the Environment
Born

1958
67 years ago

Died

February 11th, 2012
13 years ago — 54 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Norway

Links & References

Served as a member of the Norwegian Parliament and held the position of Minister of the Environment from 1996 to 1997. Focused on environmental legislation and policy during tenure. Contributed to national discussions on sustainability and climate change. Worked on integrating environmental considerations into broader governmental policies. Engaged in various initiatives aimed at promoting ecological awareness within the political framework.

Served as Minister of the Environment

Contributed to environmental legislation

Engaged in sustainability initiatives

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