Born on 20th August November 1943 in Lubochnia (Wielkopolskie Province).

In 1966 graduated from the Faculty of Biology and Earth Sciences of the "Adam Mickiewicz" University in Poznań. In 1975 obtained the doctoral degree in physical geography(discipline: hydrology) from that university and in 1989 obtained the degree of Doctor Habilitated from Jagellonian University in Krakow.

From 1966 to 2007 - scientist at "Adam Mickiewicz" University in Poznań. Lectured and led seminars on hydrology, water management and environmental protection. Between 1999 and 2007 - director of the 3rd Central Branch of Regional Retail Branch of PKO BP SA in Poznań.

From 1990 to 1998 - chairman of Poznań City Council; in subsequent terms (1999-2007) member of Poznań City Council.

Chairman of the Poznań City Appreciation Society, chairman of the Audit Commission of the Poznań Royal Castle Restoration Committee, member of Rotary Club - Poznań Starówka Chapter.

Member of the Solidarity trade union organization at "Adam Mickiewicz" University in Poznań.

Member of the Civic Platform Party of Poland.

Married, has one child.