Chris Huhne

Former Secretary of State for Energy & Climate Change & Senior Advisor to the World Biogas Association

  • Regular Contributing Columnist to The Guardian
  • Represented the UK at the 2010 United Nations Climate Change Conference
  • European Manager for Zilkha Biomass Energy
  • Chair of the Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association (ADBA)
  • Author of “Debt and Danger: The World Financial Crisis”

Discover Chris Huhne’s biography of published work below.

Debt And Danger: The World Financial Crisis
Debt And Danger: The World Financial Crisis
Both Sides Of The Coin
Real World Economics

When Chris Huhne is booked for events, they are known to discuss the following speaking topics:

Brexit
Climate Change
Environmental Sustainability
Developments in Sustainable Finance
Environmental Policy
Impact of Climate Change on Tourism

Chris Huhne has had a lasting impact in the realms of sustainability, renewable energy, and environmental policy, particularly through his tenure as the UK Secretary of State for Energy and Climate Change from 2010 to 2012. During this time, he led critical reforms in the UK’s energy sector, including the electricity market reform. This reform introduced contracts for difference (CfDs), which promoted low-carbon electricity generation by providing financial stability to renewable energy projects. Another key initiative was the Green Deal, a program to improve energy efficiency in homes and businesses across the UK, reflecting Chris’s commitment to both reducing emissions and strengthening energy security.

Chris was also an influential voice on the international stage, representing the UK at United Nations Climate Change Conferences, such as those held in Cancun and Durban. At these summits, he advocated for stronger international commitments to emissions reduction, reinforcing the UK’s role in global climate policy. His leadership helped bolster international climate dialogue, encouraging collaborative efforts to address climate change.

Beyond his government role, Chris has continued his environmental advocacy as the Chair of the Anaerobic Digestion and Bioresources Association (ADBA). Here, he champions the development of the biogas industry, highlighting its potential for both energy security and greenhouse gas reduction. He is also a Senior Advisor to the World Biogas Association, promoting biogas adoption worldwide as a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels.

In addition to his policy and advocacy work, Huhne is an accomplished writer, having authored books that delve into economics and financial risk, which indirectly tie into his environmental work by exploring the economic structures influencing sustainability. His book “Debt and Danger: The World Financial Crisis”, examines financial instability and its far-reaching consequences—a theme relevant to understanding global sustainability challenges. Another of his works, “Real World Economics: Essays on Imperfect Markets and Fallible Governments”, explores economic policies and market behaviour, providing insights into the interplay of governance, economics, and environmental outcomes.

Through his writing, policy influence, and advocacy, Chris Huhne has significantly contributed to the fields of environmental sustainability and energy policy. His career reflects a commitment to scalable, practical solutions for a sustainable future and exemplifies the integration of economic insight with environmental action.

Official Testimonials

Chris Huhne is regularly booked to engage audiences at events, read their latest feedback below:

“Chris is an engaging and passionate speaker and I know delegates enjoyed the chance to meet him afterwards”

Reuters

“Unlike many previous incumbents, Mr Huhne combines a genuine concern for the environment with a detailed understanding of finance and economics. That augurs well. There is much work to be done, but yesterday Britain sounded like it finally had a grown-up energy policy.”

The Times

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