JEFFREY PRINS

PRELIMINARY JUROR

Jeffrey Prins

Jeffrey Prins is programme manager for sustainable development at DOEN Foundation, the Dutch Postcode Lottery's main beneficiary. He is responsible for establishing DOEN's investment priorities and allocating funding, particularly in the field of climate change and energy. On behalf of DOEN, he was also an advisory board member for The Climate Group, a network of business and government leaders providing economically sound solutions to climate change.

2009 finalists

One bright idea can make a big difference. The entrant with the best idea for a greenhouse-gas-reducing product or service will win €500,000, expert coaching and a starting list of customers! Read all about it »

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"I'm pleased that the Dutch Postcode Lottery has launched the Green Challenge to encourage entrepreneurs to develop new ways to fight one of the most pressing issues of our time: climate change." Read more »