Lars studied foreign language philology and has many years of experience in communication, educational work, and project management. Before joining the Baltic Environmental Forum e. V. (BEF), he worked, amongst other roles, as a language trainer for German and Russian as foreign languages and for several years as a Senior Online Editor in the e-learning sector. Since April 2024, he has been working at BEF as a PR and Communications Manager. In this role, he is responsible for project-related public relations work in the field of environmental protection, develops information and awareness campaigns, and manages the association’s websites and social media channels. Additionally, he contributes his expertise in intercultural communication, sustainability, and diversity to the association’s work. His professional knowledge has been further enhanced through advanced training in climate protection management, CSR and sustainability management, and education for sustainable development. Beyond his professional activities, he is also actively involved in various environmental organizations on a voluntary basis.
I’m there: with a good mood, lots of positive energy and optimism for environmental protection! Every act, every breath and every movement of each and every one of us has a direct impact on our fellow human beings and nature. Let’s reflect on our behaviour together and take responsibility for an environmentally conscious life!
Environmental Communication
- Planning and implementing association-related public relations
- Media and press communication
- Creation of information and educational materials
- Development and production of social media content
- Editorial maintenance of digital communication channels
Project Communication & Networking
- Research and establishment of regional and international cooperation networks
- Communication and coordination with project partners and other stakeholders
- Design and implementation of awareness-raising campaigns
- Public relations and promotion of BEF training programs
- Coordination of the association’s participation in external events and festivals
- Strong representation of the association in public spaces
- Maintenance and updating of project-related websites
Professional Focus & Expertise
- Professional focus on Chemical management, pollutant-free households and offices, reusable solutions in the hospitality industry, and plastic waste reduction
- Extensive experience and strong competence in intercultural communication and collaboration
- In-depth expertise in gender equality and gender-inclusive language
- Expertise in non-violent communication
- Further training: CSR and sustainability manager, climate protection manager, training officer for sustainable development – WBS Training, Hamburg; Press and Public Relations – Greenpeace, Hamburg
- M. A. Romance Studies and German as a Foreign Language Philology at the Ruprecht Karls University, Heidelberg
Baltic Environmental Forum Deutschland e.V.
Osterstraße 58
20259 Hamburg
Telephone number: +49 40 4328-2142
E-mail: florian.bortic@bef-de.org


