"I chose to work at Ecofys back in 1999, and I’m still happy with the decision. Here I can work on challenging innovative projects that really help make our energy supply sustainable. The open, informal culture at Ecofys also suits me well. I can share my business ideas with my colleagues and I get the opportunity to work them out in detail. Initiative and taking responsibility are both encouraged. Other really nice things about my job are working with friendly and highly motivated people as well as being actively involved in Ecofys policy."

Name: Giel Linthorst
Job description: Unit manager Energy and Carbon Management
Office: Utrecht, The Netherlands
Employed since: March 1999

"The common goals. The people. The projects. That’s why I work at Ecofys. It’s an inspiring environment and you’re surrounded by creative, enthusiastic, highly professional colleagues who are all cooperating with clients to make the world we live in more sustainable."

Name: Gemma Toop
Job description: Senior Consultant Bio-energy
Office: London, United Kingdom
Employed since: April 2005

"I started working at Ecofys immediately after finishing my studies in environmental engineering. For me it was the perfect choice, because from the very first day I found myself working in an international team with hardly any hierarchy. At Ecofys I was soon managing my own small projects, which quickly helped me become an expert in emissions trading and Non-CO2 greenhouse gas emissions."

Name: Jan-Martin Rhiemeier
Job description: Consultant in Carbon Market Strategies
Office: Cologne, Germany
Employed since: November 2006

"Even after four years working at Ecofys, I’m still amazed by the incredible knowledge and experience within the company. There’s a colleague who’s an expert on virtually every aspect of energy efficiency, renewable energy and climate change policy. I often find myself working on truly cutting-edge projects."

Name: Karen Klomp
Job description: Consultant Energy & Climate Strategy
Office: London, United Kingdom
Employed since: August 2006

"Before starting to work at Ecofys, I was looking for a challenge. At Ecofys I found it. We have a great working atmosphere where I can really get involved and develop my personal skills. Ecofys is like a big family and everyone works well together. I’m proud to be here and I enjoy doing my best to achieve our common aims."

Name: Manuela Große
Job description: Team Assistant
Office: Berlin, Germany
Employed since: October 2009

"Why work at Ecofys? Because it’s great fun to work for such an informal company. There’s a lot of freedom to develop in the direction you choose together with great colleagues who all have the same goal: to achieve a sustainable energy supply for everyone."

Name: Ilona Ockhuijsen
Job description: Secretary
Office: Utrecht, The Netherlands
Employed since: January 2007