“Hans Stefan started as an Eco-Lighthouse consultant in 2022 and has since then been a major contributor and ambassador. He has actively contributed his expertise and knowledge internally to Eco-Lighthouse foundation and has helped dozens of businesses to achieve Eco-Lighthouse certification. Stefan’s commitment to sustainability has been a driving force for promoting environmental awareness and improving practices in environmental management.

Through his involvement, he has also been a driving force in the integration of the Eco-Lighthouse principles in over 80 units within the municipal sector, demonstrating outstanding competence in connecting sustainability with effective business management. His availability and ability to deliver quick, constructive feedback have made him a highly valued partner.

We are deeply grateful for Hans Stefan’s dedication and congratulate him on the well-deserved title of Eco-Lighthouse Consultant of the Year 2024. His work inspires us all to strive for higher environmental standards and contributes to a more sustainable future for all.”

“Stefan Urke is a great resource and, in connection with the coaching project, which was part of the “Green Transition” course at Bølgen Bærekraftsenter, has contributed to bringing out relevant points that Always Cargo will use further in its presentation to potential customers and investors. Stefan has helped us to go in depth to find who the real target group is and how to simplify and sharpen the message as best as possible. His focus on the environment and sustainability has contributed with concrete proposals for such a focus and obtaining the most current and relevant information in this area. Gives Stefan Urke the best recommendations related to the presentation of figures related to emissions calculations within freight transport on the professional market, and systematic work adapted to the company’s foundation, which is already built on sustainability principles.”

“I would like to recognize Mr. Urke as one of the outstanding speakers of the high-quality certificate course “The Certified Sustainability Manager” of the FORUM Institute for Management.
Mr. Urke is characterized by a high level of competence and specialist knowledge, which makes him an indispensable part of our course. His ability to communicate complex issues clearly and understandably, coupled with his passionate and committed delivery style, contributed significantly to the success of the course. His expertise and commitment are exemplary and emblematic of the quality and standards that the FORUM Institute places on its courses and speakers.”

“The Environmental Lighthouse Foundation is Norway’s leading environmental certification. As part of our strategic approach and competence-enhancing program for the consulting department, we wanted to offer the environmental lighthouse consultants the course «Green business models». We then chose Stefan Urke to prepare and complete the online course which consists of three modules as well as assignments and self-study. Stefan’s outstanding competence both in sustainability management and in the didactic approach was the basis for the great success and the satisfied participants. We will continue with the course “Green business models” for our consultants together with Stefan.”

“Sustainability is firmly rooted at TEEKANNE as a family business. To take the next Steps, we worked together with Jan and Stefan Urke in a spirit of trust. In doing so, they distinguished themselves through the highest level of competence, which they implemented with us – and we particularly liked this – in a pragmatic way. For our sustainability week, we designed a survey with the Urkes in which we gained important insights into our sustainability in the Company. Jan gave our opening keynote on the topic of “Green Mindset”. And what can I say? I couldn’t have asked for a better one!
Thank you so much for your support.”

“Stefan Urke inspired our team in a 2.5 days workshop (U-Camp) for a real green mindset. We found our long-term sustainability vision and drafted the strategic cornerstones with the aid of the traffic light model. Many thanks to Stefan for this intense and ground-breaking workshop. We look forward to his continued support in our green transformation.”

“VISTAGE is an executive coaching network. In one of our regular business meetings Stefan Urke really hit the point with  a workshop on sustainability leadership, proven also by excellent feedback from the participants. He made us start thinking about our impact on the massive environmental problems, but also inspired for a new understanding of entrepreneurship in harmony with nature and society.”