Karin Wanngård
Karin Wanngård | |
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Mayor of Stockholm | |
Assumed office 17 October 2022 | |
Preceded by | Anna König Jerlmyr |
In office 20 October 2014 – 15 October 2018 | |
Preceded by | Sten Nordin |
Succeeded by | Anna König Jerlmyr |
Personal details | |
Born | Ekerö, Sweden | 29 June 1975
Political party | Social Democrats |
Spouse | K-G Westlund |
Children | 2 |
Occupation | Politician |
Karin Björnsdotter Wanngård (born 29 June 1975), is a
city councillor of Stockholm Municipality
since 1994.
Wanngård was appointed leader of the
city council
.
In early 2017, Wanngård announced her coal usage elimination goal for Stockholm to be complete by 2022. She became one of sixteen women who lead large cities that address climate change.[clarification needed][1]
References
- ^ "From recycling royalty to smart buildings, Stockholm mayor takes on climate change". Reuters. 2017-03-06. Retrieved 2017-03-17.
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