Planet Hope: Rewilding the Earth with Kris Tompkins
Jun 22, 2024
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Kris Tompkins, an environmentalist, shares her dedication to rewilding Chile and Argentina by restoring habitats, protecting ecosystems, and bringing back endangered species. Success stories include the resurgence of Puma and Jaguar populations, with support from Rolex. The podcast highlights the importance of conservation efforts, collaboration with local communities, and preserving nature for future generations.
Kris Tompkins revives ecosystems in South America, emphasizing community involvement for sustainable conservation practices.
Deep dives
Role of Rolex in Conservation Initiatives
Rolex and its Perpetual Planet Initiative play a crucial role in supporting global conservation efforts. The initiative evaluates projects based on their historical impact, results, and potential contributions to planet preservation. Through peer reviews, internal assessments, and interviews, Rolex identifies projects that align with their vision of securing a sustainable future for Earth.
Rewilding Chile and Argentina
In the southern cone of South America lies a conservation success story led by Chris Tompkins. By rewilding vast territories in Chile and Argentina, Tompkins has revitalized ecosystems, protected threatened species, and established national parks. Her efforts highlight the importance of restoring nature's balance and securing viable habitats for diverse wildlife.
Achieving Rewilding Goals
Chris Tompkins' conservation projects focus on reestablishing ecosystems and reintroducing endangered species like the Waymold deer and jaguars. By acquiring extensive territories and facilitating restoration efforts, Tompkins and her teams have significantly impacted biodiversity preservation in South America.
Empowering Local Communities in Conservation
Encouraging local community involvement is key to sustainable conservation practices. Tompkins emphasizes the vital role of communities in safeguarding national parks and supporting environmental initiatives. By fostering connections between people and nature, Tompkins aims to cultivate a shared responsibility for protecting Earth's natural wonders.
This is Planet Hope, a podcast from The Times in partnership with Rolex and its Perpetual Planet Initiative, hosted by The Story as a bonus weekly series each Sunday.
The Southern Cone of South America is home to some of the most beautiful and diverse ecosystems in the world. However, decades of exploitation have taken their toll. Expansive lands left destroyed from ranching and species like the jaguar teetered on the brink of extinction. Environment Editor for The Times, Adam Vaughan is joined by one of the most successful conservation philanthropists in history, Kris Tompkins, to hear how she’s committed her life to making this corner of the world wilder.