Sustainability speakers are on the frontline of our fight against climate change. With their
corporate, political and life experiences, they empower audiences to take actionable steps
towards a sustainable future. In this article, we explore 12 of the best sustainability speakers
available to hire for corporate events, conferences, and virtual seminars.
Pia Heidenmark-Cook
Pia Heidenmark-Cook’s approach to climate change is simple, we must put the planet and its
people first. The former Chief Sustainability Officer at IKEA is one of the leading voices on
ESG and corporate sustainability. She is regularly booked for corporate events to discuss the
many ways businesses can tackle climate change, from better waste management to
renewable energy sources.
Dorthe Scherling Nielsen
Former VP of Sustainability and Government Affairs at Hempel A/S, Dorthe Scherling
Nielsen, is a sustainability champion. She has over two decades of experience working with
B2B and B2C companies to transform their environmental standards, as well as speaking at
top conferences and events. Dorthe has established herself as a thought leader in the world
of sustainability.
Sir Jonathon Porritt
Sir Jonathon Porritt is a leading environmentalist. Since the 1970s, he has worked tirelessly
to reduce global contributions to rising temperatures and deforestation. Jonathon gives
audiences hope for a sustainable future, as well as actionable solutions for climate change.
As a speaker, he also reflects on his experience as Co-Chair of The Green Party and Co-
Founder of Forum for the Future.
Håkan Nordkvist
Having spent over a decade as the Head of Sustainability Innovation at IKEA, Håkan
Nordkvist is globally renowned for his expertise on sustainability. He has committed his
career to understand circular economies, renewable energy and alternative food sources,
key facets of our sustainable future. Håkan is also a popular speaker and is booked to share
what he learned at IKEA.
Jeremy Schwartz
With years of experience in branding and consumer behaviour, Jeremy Schwartz combines
his business knowledge with passion for sustainability as a public speaker. He was appointed
the Chairman of Kantar in 2021, a company that combines corporate guidance with
sustainable practices to shape the organisations of the future. Jeremy is a leading voice in
business sustainability.
Göran Carstedt
As the former CEO of IKEA Europe and North America, Göran Carstedt was responsible for
transforming the sustainability practices of the furniture company. He was also a Senior
Advisor to President Bill Clinton on the Climate Change Initiative, a role in which Göran
worked with people across global governments – he is a truly captivating public speaker.
Chris Hines
When asked to imagine a sustainable future, people often picture a world like the Eden
Project, with its lush greenery and renewable energy sources. Chris Hines, the former
Sustainability Director of the Eden Project, was responsible for setting the standard for
sustainable practices. As a speaker, he reflects on this experience as well as his role as
founder of A Grain of Sand.
Roger Ballentine
Roger Ballentine, the President of Green Strategies Inc, has committed his life to
sustainability. From 1998 top 2001 he was part of the White House Climate Change Task
Force, a group set up to create sustainable policies. Now a climate consultant and public
speaker, Roger speaks to corporate audiences about their daily practices and how they may
contribute to climate change.
Dr Sally Uren
With her background in environmental science, Dr Sally Uren has spent over 25 years
committed to saving our planet. She has developed and delivered corporate strategies
across countless sectors, each with a single mission, to tackle climate change. An
outstanding speaker, Sally shares her goal for a sustainable future to empower and motivate
audiences.
Pen Haddow
Who better to reflect upon our impact on the planet than an adventurer? Pen Hadow has
witnessed first-hand how rising global temperatures continue to melt ice caps, accelerating
climate change. As a speaker, he leaves audiences with actionable takeaways and insights
into the experiences of a polar explorer. Pen is an award-winning environmentalist who has
led a long and influential career in sustainability.
Elena Morettini
As the Global Head of Sustainable Business at Global, Elena Morettini is leading the charge
for ESG (Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance) and other sustainable business
solutions. From energy transitions to the decarbonisation of tech, this Geoscience Advisor
talks on several vital topics relating to climate change. At events, Elena inspires audiences to
act against climate change.
Mike Barry
As a climate leader, Mike Barry helps businesses to let go of their unsustainable practices
and carve a better future for our planet. He was integral to Marks and Spencer’s award-
winning sustainability programme, which delivered £750 million worth of net business benefit. Having collaborated with global organisations and government groups, this popular
public speaker understands the challenges modern businesses face.
Book a Sustainability Speaker
If you want to hire a speaker to set your company, organisation, or group on a path to
sustainability, contact The Sustainability Speakers Agency today via their online contact
form.
