About

A dedicated sustainability expert with a knack for managing diverse projects and developing standards. He is passionate about tackling climate challenges, from fighting plastic pollution to advancing carbon capture and storage, while also promoting renewable energy solutions and the responsible use of critical raw materials.

His mission? To leave a lasting, positive impact on our planet.

7+

YEARS EXPERIENCE

1

ONGOING PROJECTS

PMP®

CERTIFIED

3

AWARD WINNER

CAREER STORY

Bledar is a sustainability and project management leader specializing in the development of impactful standards across industries, including energy, packaging, plastics, carbon capture, circular economy, and responsible mining. With an academic background in international strategic management and sustainable business, Bledar has built a career at the intersection of technical standardization, sustainability regulations, and project execution.

As a key contributor to European and global sustainability initiatives, Bledar has played a vital role in aligning technical standards with policy objectives, ensuring compliance with EU directives, and driving the integration of sustainability into industry practices. His leadership in organizations such as CEN, ISO, and HSBooster.eu reflects a strong ability to translate complex technical and regulatory frameworks into actionable strategies.

Key contributions and leadership roles include:
• Leading the development of over 50 technical standards across critical sectors, ensuring alignment with EU and global sustainability regulations.
• Advising EU-funded Horizon projects on standardization processes, helping translate R&D outcomes into market-ready standards.
• Managing high-impact European technical committees, including efforts to combat plastic pollution, improve thermal energy meters efficiency, and ensure sustainable access to critical raw materials.
• Representing Sweden in high-level standardization forums, shaping regulatory frameworks for critical raw materials, plastics recycling, and responsible mining.
• Organizing and moderating high-profile sessions at COP29, including discussions on quality infrastructure systems (QIS) and how they support climate action.

With a track record of thought leadership, Bledar has published peer-reviews scientific articles within the domain of sustainability, and contributed to shaping the next generation of global sustainability standards. Recognized by the Project Management Institute as a Future 50 Honoree of 2024, Bledar continues to lead transformative initiatives that bridge technical expertise with real-world impact.

AWARDS

PMI Future 50 Honoree

Project Management Institute

2024

ISO Next Generation Honoree

International Organization for Standardization, ISO

2023

33 under 33 Honoree

Aktuell Hållbarhet

2022

EXPERIENCE

Founder

@Western Balkans Carbon Initiative, WBCI

2024-present

Standardization expert

@HSbooster.eu

2022-present

Project manager

@Swedish Institute for Standards, SIS

2020-present

Technical secretary

@European Committee for Standardization, CEN

2020-present

Committee Manager

@International Organization for Standardization, ISO

2020-present

TESTIMONIALS

"Thanks to his contribution we received useful insights into standardization relevant aspects affecting Power-to-Hydrogen (P2H) and Power-to-Ammonia (P2A) applications [...] he proved to be a highly professional and competent consultant.

Emilio De Gaetani

Senior Materials Engineer @RINA Consulting & Advisor @FlexnConfu

"During the execution of a project, focused on standardization in the mining sector [...] he helped us to identify the best ways to solve our doubts and issues, making a strong and valuable contribution to the development of our project."

Carlo Barbieri

Project Manager @RINA Consulting & Advisor @RAWMINA

"Beyond his professional expertise, Bledar is a fantastic team player who fosters a supportive and inclusive work environment. [...] He is always willing to share his knowledge and mentor colleagues, which has had a lasting impact on our team’s growth."

Kamal Khandelwal

Director @Eurskem B.V. & Advisor @PROPLANET

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FAQS

How do I contact you for inquiries or collaborations?

For inquiries or collaborations, you can easily get in touch with me by visiting the Contact section of the website. There, you’ll find an option to submit a request. Simply choose the keynote you are interested in and provide more details about your project or conference. I’ll review your submission and get back to you promptly.

What services do you offer?

I offer a range of public speaking services, including as a moderator and panelist, as well as keynote presentations on the role of standards to push climate action, project management and sustainability, carbon project development and the state of carbon projects in the Western Balkans, amongst others. Whether you’re looking to understand regulatory requirements or need expertise on sustainable project development, I can assist in these areas and more.

What is included in your public speaking services?

My public speaking services include ready-made keynote packages, which can be tailored to suit the specific needs of your event, target audience, and objectives. I work closely with clients to customize the content and format of the presentation, ensuring it aligns with their unique requirements. The duration of the lecture is flexible and determined in agreement with the client, based on what’s most appropriate and relevant for the occasion.

Can you deliver presentations in multiple languages?

I offer public speaking services in both English and Swedish, providing tailored presentations to meet the language needs of diverse audiences. My bilingual approach ensures that key messages, insights, and complex topics are delivered with clarity and relevance, fostering engagement and understanding for both English- and Swedish-speaking participants. Whether it’s a keynote or panel discussion, I adapt the content to resonate effectively with the audience in their preferred language.