Jolien Janssen

Jolien Janssen is an experienced professional in urban development and environmental management, currently serving as Teamcoach Stadsontwikkeling at Stad Lommel since January 2020. In this role, Jolien Janssen leads a team in implementing policy initiatives focused on areas such as environment, climate, sustainability, and urban planning. Previously, Jolien Janssen held positions as Coördinator Integrale Stadsontwikkeling and Projectcoördinator, overseeing significant projects in Bosland and promoting sustainable mobility. Academic expertise includes a postdoctoral research position at Hasselt University, where research focused on the growth potential of biomass crops, and a PhD investigating metal phytoextraction. Educational credentials include a Master's degree in Bio-ingenieurswetenschappen from KU Leuven and a Bachelor's degree in Biology from Hasselt University.