Patagonia is a renowned outdoor apparel company that stands out for its commitment to environmental and social responsibility. With a focus on quality and durability, Patagonia designs and produces a wide range of outdoor clothing and gear for activities such as trail running, climbing, skiing, and surfing. Beyond its products, Patagonia is known for its advocacy work on environmental issues, promoting fair labor practices, and supporting grassroots environmental organizations.

Graubünden Ferien is the tourism marketing organization of the canton of Graubünden. Together with their partners, they pursue the goal of attracting more guests to Graubünden and making the industry sustainable and fit for the future. The Graubünden heraldic animal, the ibex, is their trademark and they live its characteristics – proud, sure-footed and team-oriented.

Passugger is Graubünden’s independent mineral water and the oldest in Switzerland. Whether in its iconic green glass bottle, stylish special edition range or handy PET bottle, Passugger stands for pure, natural mineral water. A commitment to quality, regionality and environmental responsibility characterises every product. With its own Climaqua Fund, Passugger supports people and projects committed to water and climate protection.

We love the snow, the mountains and the amazing moments we experience when enjoying snow sports. Unfortunately, these are under threat. We need to take action now to ensure that we can continue to enjoy our passion in the future. Snowstainability brings the snow sports community together – together we can make snow sports more sustainable! snowstainability was founded in May 2022 by Swiss-Ski and its sustainability partner BKW.

Jessica Droujko is the CEO and co-founder of Riverkin, a Swiss-based startup democratizing water data through real-time, watershed-scale monitoring systems. With a PhD from ETH Zurich focused on fluvial geomorphology and innovative sensor networks, Jess combines deep scientific expertise with entrepreneurial drive. She has led Riverkin from research to product launch, securing pilot projects with hydropower utilities and expanding into mining and manufacturing sectors. A whitewater kayaker and passionate environmentalist, Jess brings a systems-thinking approach to climate resilience and freshwater ecosystem restoration.

Claudio Daguati is Head of Sustainability at Graubünden Ferien and a passionate advocate for climate-conscious tourism. Raised in the Alps and shaped by a deep connection to nature and outdoor sports, he brings creativity, strategic thinking, and leadership experience to his work. With a background in marketing and a MAS in Brand and Marketing Management, Claudio has led innovative tourism and sustainability projects — including making his region the first in Switzerland to earn the Swissstainable Level 3 label.

Thomas Schreiber is a young entrepreneur from Graubünden and member of the executive leadership at Passugger, Switzerland’s oldest mineral water brand. A trained chef with international experience at The Ritz-Carlton in Dubai and Hong Kong, Thomas later earned his diploma as Hotelier-Restaurateur from the prestigious EHL Swiss School of Tourism and Hospitality. Most recently, he ran his own logistics company in Chur. At just 29, he brings a new generation of leadership, a deep connection to Graubünden, and a clear focus on innovation and sustainability to the Passugger Mineralquellen AG — helping shape the company’s future in alignment with its strong local roots and values.

Marlen Marconi is a sustainability leader at the intersection of sports, climate, and social impact. As Head of Strategic Projects at Swiss-Ski, she develops and implements strategies to make snow sports more future-fit — from ecological transformation to inclusion and ethical standards. She leads the visionary “Schneesport 2050” project, preparing the Swiss winter sports ecosystem for climate and societal shifts. Marlen also presides over snowstainability, an association dedicated to sustainable snow sports innovation. She is also supporting the Federal Office of Sport (BASPO) with innovation projects for major sporting events.

Anna Cruijsen graduated as a Civil Engineer from Delft University of Technology (The Netherlands), where she specialized in urban water management. She further expanded her expertise by completing the Master’s program in Architecture, Urbanism and Building Sciences at Delft, combining environmental engineering with the design and planning of urban and rural spaces. With this interdisciplinary background, Anna develops innovative, resilient solutions that integrate water systems seamlessly into the urban & rural fabric.

Anyssia Bovier supports innovation in water management at BlueArk Entremont, an innovation hub in the Swiss Alps. With a background in ecosystem building, she focuses on connecting stakeholders, supporting collaborative initiatives, and fostering an environment where innovative solutions can thrive. She holds a Certificate of Advanced Studies in Water Governance and Frameworks from the University of Geneva. Day by day, Anyssia coordinates calls for projects, conducts technology monitoring. Additionally, she has contributed to the selection of companies for the WaterTech Tour over several years, further demonstrating her commitment to advancing the water sector.

Tino Stäheli is an environmental scientist specializing in aquatic ecology. With a background in environmental consulting, he now works with WWF Switzerland to revitalize rivers and streams across the country. His mission: to bring life and biodiversity back to Swiss waters. Many of these ecosystems are heavily modified and have lost their natural functions. By restoring them in a nature-based way, we can unlock multiple benefits—clean drinking water, fertile soils, flood protection, rich habitats, and attractive recreational areas. Tino believes that realizing this potential requires both ecological expertise and close collaboration with all stakeholders to develop sustainable, long-lasting solutions.

Franziska Heidenreich was a member of the executive board of the myclimate foundation and head of carbon offset projects for more than 10 years and now builds programs for bilateral carbon offset for myclimate. Franziska holds a bachelor’s degree in international relations, a master’s degree in Environmental Science, and a postgraduate degree in Development Policy.

Martin Meili took part in the first Earth Day in 1970 as an exchange student in the USA and was already confronted with the problems of climate change and the “point of no return”. With his commitment to Clima Now, he wants to ensure that suitable solutions are finally promoted and appropriate measures are taken.