Changing climate and human activities are killing coral reefs at unprecedented rates, and, according to recent IPCC reports, up to 90% of coral could be lost by 2050. Coral reef restoration is one solution that can help increase the resiliency of dying coral reefs, which support coastal and marine ecosystems, biodiversity and one of the world’s largest carbon sinks.

Coral Vita is one organization leading the way in helping to counter the harmful impacts of dying coral reefs. Through land-based coral farming methods, such as microfragmentation and “assisted evolution,” Coral Vita accelerates coral growth and grows coral that is more resilient to climate change threats.

Featuring:

• Dr. Bob Richmond, Research Professor and Director at Kewalo Marine Laboratory

• Gator Halpern, Co-Founder and President of Coral Vita

• Sam Teicher, Co-Founder and Chief Officer of Coral Vita

• Dr. Katey Lesneski, Director of Restoration Science at Coral Vita.