Ahmad Karnama

Adam Karnama is a renowned impact executive, entrepreneur, and investor. He has a PhD from MIT in Sustainable Energy Systems and two MSc degrees (Entrepreneurship and Sustainability) from KTH–RoyalInstitute of Technology in Sweden. Adam has his own Google Knowledge Panel inSustainability. With 20 years of professional work experience in executive roles at Ericsson, Accenture, and E.ON, he is passionate about integrating sustainability as part of the growth strategy for corporates, organizations, and even our societies and countries. He is now the founder of two notable organizations; Aban Foundation, a unique impact fund to build one school per country across the world, and Spritju providing Energy Traceability as a Service. He is the author of two books (translated into 8 languages) and more than 70 articles and has been a speaker at multiple conferences and events globally.

Adam firmly believes that sustainability is not an additional expense; rather, investing in sustainability should yield greater returns compared to conventional alternatives. This exemplifies the essence of genuine sustainability leadership. He speaks from first hand experience, having actively engaged in sustainability initiatives across various global contexts.

Adam’s most sought-after keynotes
  • Climate change, sustainability, and green economy
  • Impact entrepreneurship and investment
  • Diversity and inclusion
  • The power of clear thinking as a superpower for kids
  • Sustainability and diversity for kids

Adam Karnama is a true leader in the impact and sustainability space. He is redefining the ‘impact’ community norms toward a better future for our planet and businesses. He speaks about sustainability from his first hand experiences in industries across the world. Adam is the author of two books and more than 70 articles and has been a speaker at multiple conferences and events globally. He is known for his work world wide in senior executive roles and his notable and successful companies in which he implements his conceptual thoughts (published in distinguished scientific journals) in true and challenging business environments.

Adam is also known for his clear insights and warm storytelling about diversity and inclusion. He wrote a kid’s book introducing sustainability and the power of clear thinking as a superpower for kids. His book has been widely distributed and made fun of engagement with such important topics with kids.

Adam has lived and worked on four continents, giving him a global perspective on the most critical issues of our time. He now lives inStockholm, Sweden with his wife and daughter.

Are you ready to embark on a journey of sustainability with authentic experiences?

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My Speech Topics

Sustainability in business with hands-on experiences

Diversity

Energy Traceability

ENERGY X.0: Future
of Energy Systems

Leadership in
Impact Era

Diversity

Past Speeches

ENERGY X.0 – Future of Energy Systems, Stockholm, Sweden

Mainstage Icon Keynote, Kuala Lumpur, Malasia, June 2024

Keynote at Queen Elizabeht II Centre, London, UK, April 2024

The European Sustainability Conference 2023, September 2023, Dublin, Ireland
COP27 – United Nations Climate Change Conference 2022, Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, December 2022

Tenity – Climate Fintech, Helsinki, Finland

The road to electrification, Stockholm, Sweden

Adam Karnama podcast