Jonathon Porritt CBE

A respected author, broadcaster and advocate, Jonathon has dedicated his career to helping organisations understand the relationship between environmental sustainability, economic prosperity and social justice. In 1996, he co-founded Forum for the Future, one of the world’s leading sustainable development organisations, where he spent nearly three decades working with major international businesses, policymakers and NGOs to accelerate the transition to a more sustainable future. He also helped establish The Prince of Wales’s Business and Sustainability Programme, reflecting his longstanding commitment to engaging business leaders in the sustainability agenda.

Throughout his distinguished career, Jonathon has held a number of prominent public roles, including Director of Friends of the Earth, Co-Chair of the Green Party, Chair of the UK Sustainable Development Commission and Chancellor of Keele University. He was awarded a CBE in 2000 in recognition of his services to environmental protection.

Today, Jonathon has returned to a more active campaigning role, focusing particularly on climate action, biodiversity loss and intergenerational justice. He works closely with younger generations of activists and campaigners, helping to amplify their voices and support efforts to address what he sees as the defining challenges of our time. He is also President of both The Conservation Volunteers and Population Matters, while continuing to support a wide range of environmental and sustainability initiatives.

As a speaker, Jonathon is renowned for his ability to translate complex environmental, economic and political issues into clear, compelling and thought-provoking presentations. He challenges audiences to think differently about the future while offering practical insights into the risks, opportunities and responsibilities facing businesses, governments and society. His keynote presentations explore topics including climate change, sustainable development, environmental leadership, corporate responsibility, biodiversity, the future of capitalism, net zero strategies and the role organisations can play in creating a more sustainable and equitable world.

The author of eleven books, including his latest work Love, Anger & Betrayal (2025), Jonathon combines deep expertise with passion, urgency and optimism. Whether addressing business leaders, policymakers, educators or sustainability professionals, he inspires audiences to move beyond awareness and towards meaningful action.

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