Michael Pawlyn

Michael Pawlyn is a prominent architect and authority on regenerative design, widely recognised for his central role on the lead architectural team of the Eden Project in Cornwall. As the founder of Exploration Architecture, he focuses on high-performance buildings that serve the circular economy. His portfolio includes pioneering projects such as ultra-low energy data centres, zero-waste textile facilities, and the Sahara Forest Project, which draws inspiration from the Namibian fog-basking beetle to create fresh water and renewable energy in arid regions. In his acclaimed book, Flourish: Design Paradigms for Our Planetary Emergency, he argues for a transition from simple sustainability to regenerative practices that produce net positive environmental impacts. A founding member of the UK Green Building Council, he also advises the World Economic Forum on biodiverse cities and counsels national governments on future-facing policies. His work demonstrates how nature-inspired solutions can be more profitable than traditional methods while facilitating carbon-neutral waste regeneration and the restoration of ecosystems. As a speaker, Michael provides a forward-thinking perspective on how businesses can adapt to climate challenges through smarter manufacturing and infrastructure. Audiences book him for his ability to translate complex biological principles into practical engineering solutions that address the urgent need for biodiversity and resource efficiency. On stage, Michael Pawlyn is best known for talks on Manufacturing & Engineering, Innovation and Energy & Sustainability. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Sustainability & Environment, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Michael Pawlyn is regularly booked for Business Speaker, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in UK, Michael Pawlyn travels internationally for engagements. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Michael Pawlyn would approach your audience.