Ylva Rylander

Ylva Rylander is an experienced communications professional specializing in environmental issues, currently serving as a Communications and Impact Officer at the Stockholm Environment Institute (SEI) since April 2013. In this role, Ylva has developed strategic objectives for media engagement and authored the global media strategy for 2019-2021. Previously, Ylva held positions such as Press Officer and Acting Director of Communications at SEI, overseeing both external and internal communications while managing a global team. Prior experience includes working as a Press and Communications Advisor at SEI, a PR Consultant focusing on energy and climate at Westander, and serving as Climate Change Coordinator for the Swedish Society for Nature Conservation. Ylva holds multiple degrees in Energy and Environmental Systems from Karlstad University, Macquarie University, and the University of Waikato.