
Paul Harvey
PhD
NSW, AUSTRALIAAward winning environmental scientist and communicator Dr Paul Harvey helps organisations and individuals understand how to confidently communicate the complex and challenging topics of today's world
Dr Paul Harvey is an award winning environmental scientist, author, podcaster and speaker.
Paul’s work has featured in the New Scientist, COSMOS Magazine and others. With clients including Transurban, Allens Linklaters and Orica, he is recognised globally for his expertise.
After a career change that lead him into the media, Paul developed a passion for telling stories. Paul’s first book, The Plasticology Project, was an insightful glimpse into the global plastic pollution problem.
Paul’s latest writing project, Today I Planted a Tree offers younger audiences a look into the power of developing a relationship with the natural world. Stunningly illustrated, this new book captures the imagination of children, encouraging them to make a difference in the world, one tree at a time.
Driven by his passion for story telling, Paul ventured into the world of podcasting. He produced two seasons of the popular Plasticology Project Podcast and is soon to release a new podcast project in collaboration with the Jane Goodall Institute Australia: Burundi to Gombe Podcast.
In addition to being a prominent scientist, Paul is a familiar face in the media. He has regularly contributed to the discussion on environmental matters as a commentator for Al Jazeera English News, Channel 7 Sunrise, ABC Radio, and many more.
Paul has spoken to audiences all over the world, and is known for being engaging, entertaining and thought provoking.
Dr Paul Harvey is an award winning environmental scientist, author, podcaster and speaker.
Paul’s work has featured in the New Scientist, COSMOS Magazine and others. With clients including Transurban, Allens Linklaters and Orica, he is recognised globally for his expertise.
After a career change that lead him into the media, Paul developed a passion for telling stories. Paul’s first book, The Plasticology Project, was an insightful glimpse into the global plastic pollution problem.
Paul’s latest writing project, Today I Planted a Tree offers younger audiences a look into the power of developing a relationship with the natural world. Stunningly illustrated, this new book captures the imagination of children, encouraging them to make a difference in the world, one tree at a time.
Driven by his passion for story telling, Paul ventured into the world of podcasting. He produced two seasons of the popular Plasticology Project Podcast and is soon to release a new podcast project in collaboration with the Jane Goodall Institute Australia: Burundi to Gombe Podcast.
In addition to being a prominent scientist, Paul is a familiar face in the media. He has regularly contributed to the discussion on environmental matters as a commentator for Al Jazeera English News, Channel 7 Sunrise, ABC Radio, and many more.
Paul has spoken to audiences all over the world, and is known for being engaging, entertaining and thought provoking.
Communication Matters
In a world of 30 second reels and attention grabbing headlines, it can be challenging to cut through the noise. We often struggle to feel heard, have our inputs valued and be a part of the conversation.
But it doesn't have to be this way! In this engaging, funny and thought provoking keynote, Dr Paul Harvey draws from his experience as a scientist, a journalist and a science communicator to show us how to communicate in a way that helps us land our...


