Mollison

Mollison is a surname that appears in English-speaking countries. The most widely known bearer of the name is Bill Mollison (1928–2016), an Australian ecologist and author who co-founded the permaculture movement. Along with David Holmgren, Mollison helped popularize permaculture as a design approach for sustainable agriculture, housing, and landscape design. The pair published Permaculture One in 1978, a foundational work that outlined key principles and methods later developed into permaculture practice around the world.

Beyond Bill Mollison, the surname has appeared in various public and professional contexts, including individuals involved in science, education, business, and the arts, though not all have achieved broad public recognition. As a surname of English-language usage, Mollison is found in several countries with historical ties to English-speaking communities.