Kerry Fowler

Dr. Kerry Fowler, a pioneer in seed preservation and global crop diversity for the UN, shares pivotal moments in the environmental movement. He recounts the impactful 1972 Stockholm conference that ignited international dialogue. The podcast highlights the establishment of the global seed vault, a vital step in protecting biodiversity. Listeners discover the alarming history of plastic pollution in oceans and grassroots initiatives like Isatou Sise's recycling project in Gambia, emphasizing the urgent call for change in addressing environmental challenges.