Top Climate Change Speakers Pioneering Sustainable Business Practices
Climate change refers to long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns, primarily caused by human activities like burning fossil fuels. It impacts ecosystems, economies, and communities worldwide, demanding urgent global action.
Why is it Important to Tackle Climate Change?
The urgency to tackle climate change has never been greater. According to NOAA’s Annual Climate Report, the combined land and ocean temperature has risen by about 2°F since 1850. Alarmingly, the rate of warming since 1982 has tripled, accelerating at 0.36°F per decade. This rapid increase threatens ecosystems, disrupts weather patterns, and endangers human health, food security, and water supplies. Left unaddressed, rising temperatures will lead to more extreme events like wildfires, droughts, and floods. Immediate, decisive action is crucial to slow this trend, protect vulnerable communities, and preserve the planet for future generations. Every fraction of a degree matters.
Source: Climate.gov
Who are the Top Climate Change Speakers to Hire?
Having collected vetted data from opinion polls at 325 sustainability events between 2022 and 2025, Mark Matthews has provided his expert selection of the top climate change speakers to hire:
1.) Sir Tim Smit
Co-founder of the Eden Project
Sir Tim Smit is among the great minds behind The Eden Project and the Lost Gardens of Heligan in Cornwall. His passion and drive were evidenced when The Eden Project went from a pipe dream to an incredible reality between 1995 and 2000. In turning disused land into a bundle of life, a scientific hub and a lesson in sustainability, Sir Tim Smit is a climate change speaker who has left a lasting impact.
2.) Robert Swan
Pioneering Sustainability Expert Dedicated to Reducing CO2
Following a 2019 mission, where Robert Swan and his son Barney became the first people to walk to the South Pole powered only by renewable energy, the duo was inspired to set up the 2041 Foundation. Through the initiative, they hope to reduce CO2 by 360 million tons by 2025. They plan to do so by helping implement energy and CO2 reduction solutions in homes and businesses worldwide.
3.) Andy Pag
Popular Eco Traveller Behind the Bus Fuelled by Cooking Oil
Andy Pag is not only an authoritative presence on topics ranging from science and engineering to sustainability and the environment, but he is also a truly engaging speaker. He embarked on a two-year round world trip on a school bus fuelled by cooking oil to now offer a fascinating how-to of practical lifestyle changes in a bid for sustainability.
4.) Jeremy Leggett
Solar Energy Expert
An expert on all issues and opportunities relating to climate, energy, technology and the future of civilisation, Jeremy Leggett has become a vibrant voice in the field. Concentrating on trends, statistics and more in-depth analysis, in addition to his own opinions, Jeremy's expertise ranges from insect decline to renewable energy.
5.) Dr Tara Shine
Global Climate Change Negotiations Expert
An environmental scientist by trade, Dr Tara Shine has shared her expertise with world leaders, Governments and blue-chip corporations. Her knowledge of businesses' role in the evolving world of conservation and climate change is second to none. Dr Shine defines climate change's impact on people pursuing fairer solutions.
6.) Sir Jonathan Porritt
Co-Founder of Forum for the Future
As an environmentalist and author, Sir Jonathan Porritt has established himself as a sustainable development and planning mainstay. He joined the Green Party in 1974 and formed Forum for the Future in 1994. The initiative has always focused on making sustainable changes, and as a straight-talking leader, Sir Jonathan Porritt presents how he took initial ideas from concepts to impactful actions.
7.) Pen Hadow
Inspirational Arctic Explorer
At the heart of some of the most breathtaking expeditions in the world, Pen Hadow has seen the effects of climate change close up. Leading missions to Antarctica as the founder of the 90º North Unit, he is a thought leader on environmental matters when booked for corporate events.
8.) Roger Ballentine
Founder & President of Green Strategies Inc
A leading sustainability strategist, Roger Ballentine has worked with countless corporate clients on integrating green initiatives and environmentally friendly policies. His role as President of Green Strategies Inc. has seen him help businesses create and maintain value-added strategies.
9.) Lars Thomsen
World-Renowned Environmental & Futurism Researcher
Lars Thomsen is a popular futurist who has played a vital role in many areas, from energy supplies to future strategies. Offering a breathtaking glimpse into tomorrow, with unique revelations such as his belief that children will be manually driving in the future, Lars can leave audiences utterly spellbound.
10.) Heather Zichal
Global Head of Sustainability for JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Heather Zichal is hired as a keynote speaker on climate change because of her unmatched expertise and leadership in sustainability and environmental policy. As the Global Head of Sustainability at JPMorgan Chase and former CEO of the American Clean Power Association, Heather has been instrumental in shaping the clean energy landscape. With nearly 15 years of high-level experience, including advising President Obama and Senator John Kerry, she brings deep political and corporate insight to climate initiatives.
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This article on the top climate change speakers to hire was written by Mark Matthews, using vetted data from opinion polls at 325 sustainability events between 2022 and 2025.
