nova experts (re)introduced: Dipl. Ing. Christopher vom Berg

Christopher vom Berg has been part of the nova-Institute since October 2017, contributing to a wide range of projects within both the Sustainability and the Economy & Policy departments. Since 2020, he has served as Deputy Head of the latter one. He also played a key role in establishing the Renewable Carbon Initiative (RCI), founded in 2020, where he now acts as one of two Executive Managers. In 2026, Christopher also took on the role of Head of the newly established Renewable Feedstock department.

In his day-to-day work, Christopher focuses primarily on managing and further developing the RCI, as well as designing strategic concepts to support the transformation of the chemical industry towards renewable carbon feedstocks. He also analyses policies and regulations affecting the renewable carbon sector. He is closely involved in the execution of projects and webinars for both the RCI and the Renewable Feedstock department. His expertise also covers feedstock availability, demand dynamics, and future potential.

Background and expertise

Christopher holds a Bachelor’s degree in Biology and a Master’s degree (Diplom-Ingenieur) in Natural Resources Management and Ecological Engineering, with a focus on biotechnology, sustainability in a globalised economy, and ecosystems. Following his studies, he completed internships at the German GIZ in Eschborn and at Climate-KIC in Zurich, broadening his perspective on sustainability and life-cycle thinking. Before joining the nova-Institute, Christopher also worked and travelled across Canada and the eastern United States.

Outside his professional work in advancing renewable carbon, Christopher enjoys reading, playing board games, and following the ups and downs of Cologne’s local football team 1.FC Köln.

Source

nova-Institute, original text, 2026-04-21.

Supplier

nova-Institut GmbH

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