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Scientific Exploration
Blending academic expertise with a spirit of adventure, Nicolas explores remote regions to measure and understand the impacts of climate change firsthand.
Transformative Communication
Through documentaries, keynotes, and immersive experiences, he makes complex climate issues accessible—empowering people and organizations to act.
Sustainable Innovation
He promotes practical, scalable solutions that combine cutting-edge technology with ancestral knowledge, working with companies, institutions, and foundations for a greener future.
*Fee ranges are an estimation for a live keynote speech in an European venue, they can vary significantly depending on the specific requests of the clients, the type of performance, the preparation time and the travel time which is requested. Travel and accommodation costs are not included.
Dr. Nicolas Plain is a French scientist, engineer, and communicator specializing in sustainable development, climate issues, and science outreach. With academic credentials from École Polytechnique, UC Berkeley, and a PhD in economics and climate science, he has worked in consulting (BCG), major companies (EDF, Météo France), and as part of the French government’s COP21 team.
He later focused on renewable energy access in Africa and became an EU ambassador for ecological and social transition in the Alps. As an expert with the Solar Impulse Foundation, he collaborates with institutions like Schneider Electric and the UN SDG Committee to address global sustainability challenges.
A professional paragliding athlete, he founded the association En l’air pour la Terre to conduct airborne interviews with scientists and created the award-winning documentary series “Save!” on TF1 and Ushuaïa TV. In 2021, he was named a Fellow of the Explorers Club for his scientific expeditions, including a 1000 km Alpine crossing by foot and paraglider.
Today, he continues developing projects that merge outdoor sports, scientific research, and storytelling to promote climate action and biodiversity, using multimedia and live events to engage a broad audience.
🔹 Climate & Biodiversity: Turning risks into business opportunities
🔹 Sustainable Leadership: Engage, inspire, and transform in a world in transition
🔹 Decarbonization & Innovation: Combining ecological ambition with economic performance
🔹 Tech for Good: AI, sensors & data serving the planet
🔹 The Regenerative Company: Beyond CSR, building real impact
🔹 From Purpose to Action: Bringing commitments to life throughout the organization
🔹 Adapting to Climate Change: Resilience, risk management, and long-term vision
🔹 Explorer’s Inspiration: The field as a laboratory for a sustainable future
🔹 Creating a Mobilizing Narrative: Aligning communication, meaning, and transformation
🔹 Engaging Employees: Immersive formats to spark the desire to act
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