What does the
future of
protecting our ecosystems
stopping extinctions
preserving biodiversity
conservation
look like?
This Earth Day, join Conservation X Labs in renewing our commitment to innovate for the #futureofconservation.
Devin Nieusma
Open Innovation Program Manager
The #futureofconservation looks like:
A global community across disciplines and backgrounds given the opportunity to make a positive impact.
I'm taking part by:
Running the Trident Prize, where anyone can take part by telling the story of microplastic pollution in their community for the chance to win funding and support.
Rosa Chiappe
The #futureofconservation looks like:
The great CXL team promoting innovations and solutions to transform artisanal and small scale mining (ASM) in the Amazon. Achieving to preserve biodiversity, forests, protected species and human health.
I'm taking part by:
Contributing to develop an innovation ASM challenge for the Amazon that will lead to preserving one of the prettiest rainforest in the world.
Alex Dehgan
Founder & CEO
The #futureofconservation looks like:
New economies at scale of replacements for feed, food, fiber, materials, and technologies that give to the earth rather than take from it.
I'm taking part by:
Creating ways to unlock planetary genius within Conservation X Labs and outside of it to prevent the sixth mass extinction.
BARBARA MARTINEZ
OPEN INNOVATION DIRECTOR
The #futureofconservation looks like:
Major brands selling clothing and textiles that don’t contribute to plastic microfiber pollution.
I'm taking part by:
Bringing together innovators who are developing new materials and solutions to prevent plastic microfiber shedding.
CHAD GALLINAT
SENIOR SCIENTIST AND LAB MANAGER
The #futureofconservation looks like:
The private sector and governments working together to deliver cooling solutions for all without warming the planet.
I'm taking part by:
Working to incentivize the accelerated deployment of clean energy technologies (like super-efficient air conditioners!) that are climate-friendly and economically viable.
HAL HOLMES
LEAD, CONSERVATION PRODUCT ENGINEERING
The #futureofconservation looks like:
Supply chains that are fully transparent and free of illicit contraband from endangered or protected species.
I'm taking part by:
Developing new genetic tools to combat illegal trafficking at the front lines of conservation.
Paul Bunje
Co-Founder & COO
The #futureofconservation looks like:
All parts of our economy working to support a thriving natural world.
I'm taking part by:
Supporting the innovations of brilliant minds at CXL and around the world to turn their ideas for solving the root causes of extinction into real products at a global scale.
ROLANDO CRUZADO
ACCELERATOR PROGRAM MANAGER
The #futureofconservation looks like:
An Amazon region fully in harmony between humans and environment with the help of technology.
I'm taking part by:
Helping accelerate smart technological projects to support our Amazon.
AUDREY CHO
EPIC FELLOW
The #futureofconservation looks like:
The upheaval of plastic-dependent textile supply chains in favor of new biocompatible materials.
I'm taking part by:
Supporting the microfiber innovation challenge and researching the landscape of alternative materials being worked on around the world!
MISA WINTERS
MOLECULAR LAB MANAGER AND SENIOR ASSAY DEVELOPMENT SCIENTIST
The #futureofconservation looks like:
Increased genetic literacy and empowerment to preserve all species, not just the charismatic species.
I'm taking part by:
Identifying and reducing the gaps in genetic accessibility and knowledge so that anyone can use the power of DNA to preserve species.
AMY CORRINE RICHARDS
INNOVATION STORYTELLER
The #futureofconservation looks like:
Collaboration between artists, storytellers, scientists, and entrepreneurs to advance innovations that will improve life on this planet.
I'm taking part by:
Sharing opportunities and resources for a growing community of innovators.
HENRIK COX
PRODUCT MANAGEMENT ENGINEER
The #futureofconservation looks like:
Products that are designed with the environment in mind as well as providing value.
I'm taking part by:
Creating tools in AI and user experience to change our definition of sustainable technologies.
MADELAINE VERBEEK
EPIC Fellow
The #futureofconservation looks like:
Multidisciplinary collaboration to tailor conservation efforts.
I'm taking part by:
Consolidating biological and historical databases to identify which conservation efforts could have the greatest impacts.
CASSIE HOFFMAN
The #futureofconservation looks like:
Anyone and everyone participating in protecting and healing the planet through their creativity and ingenuity.
I'm taking part by:
Providing the tools, curriculum, community and opportunities for students, entrepreneurs, and passionate individuals everywhere to act on their ideas.
TAYLOR BERRY
DEVELOPMENT & IMPACT SPECIALIST
The #futureofconservation looks like:
Developing and implementing new technology that enables us to meet our needs while not compromising the needs of future generations.
I'm taking part by:
Strategically measuring the impact of programs and innovations to better understand how technology can contribute to conservation.
GARETH FOTOUHI
INNOVATION ENGINEER
The #futureofconservation looks like:
Democratized Conservation: Cutting-edge technology accessible to anyone across the world working to prevent the sixth mass extinction.
I'm taking part by:
Developing a handheld species identification tool that removes the need for specialized skills or technical knowledge.
ANUKRITI JAIN
EPIC FELLOW
The #futureofconservation looks like:
Customers adopting innovative alternative material in clothing which will eventually replace textiles that are sources of microplastics.
I'm taking part by:
Providing a platform and resources to new material Innovators who are designing alternatives to replace microplastics in clothes.
