Professor Mike Berners-Lee

Professor Mike Berners-Lee is a distinguished academic and consultant at the forefront of carbon metrics and nachhaltige food systems. Based at Lancaster University, he leads the Small World consultancy, an organisation dedicated to assisting global enterprises in auditing and reducing the environmental impact of their complex supply chains. His work bridges the gap between scientific data and corporate responsibility, helping investors and directors align their long-term strategies with ethical carbon management. As a prolific author, his publications provide essential frameworks for understanding the climate crisis. In There Is No Planet B, he outlines a practical handbook for planetary survival, while How Bad Are Bananas? offers a comprehensive guide to the carbon footprint of daily life. His collaborative work, The Burning Question, delves into the political and economic shifts required to address global warming. These works have established him as a premier voice on how interconnected disciplines must unite to ensure a habitable future. Professor Berners-Lee is frequently sought after by organisations looking to navigate the complexities of environmental, social, and governance obligations. His ability to synthesise data into clear, strategic directions makes him an essential speaker for leaders aiming to integrate authentic purpose with commercial viability. On stage, Professor Mike Berners-Lee is best known for talks on Energy & Sustainability, Esg & Social Responsibility and Strategy. 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 Education and Sustainability & Environment, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Professor Mike Berners-Lee 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, Professor Mike Berners-Lee 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 Professor Mike Berners-Lee would approach your audience.