Raphaël Chanay

Raphaël Chanay is currently the Director of Exhibitions at the Palais de la découverte et Cité des sciences et de l’industrie in Paris, France, two institutions that form Universcience. He oversees the team that develops temporary and permanent exhibitions on both sites, as well as their maintenance and touring operations.

After completing his MA in Museum studies at Leicester University in 2007, Raphaël has spent a large part of his career in the UK as interpretation lead working in the museum sector, on both public and private side.

Raphaël Chanay will be speaking at the Green Museums Summit 2026 :

How Greener Exhibitions Sparked a Low-Carbon Shift

Discover how museums and science centers can cut carbon at every step—from designing exhibitions that are sustainable in their concept or theme to rethinking mobility, circular economy, catering, and office practices. This session explores practical, inspiring ways to make sustainability part of both the visitor experience and the daily life of a cultural institution.