In this episode of The Think Wildlife Podcast, I interview Dr. Tim Coles. Across his decorated conservation career, Tim has established two highly successful, self-sustaining conservation enterprises. These are Operation Wallacea and rePLANET.
Operation Wallacea is a network of academics from European and North American universities, who design and implement biodiversity and conservation management research expeditions. rePLANET aims to restore and conserve landscapes by generating private sector funding through the voluntary carbon and biodiversity credit market. 60% of the final price of any carbon or biodiversity credit sold from our projects returns to benefit local stakeholders.
In this episode, we talk about the importance of mangroves, academia, and livelihoods in conservation and nature-based solutions. Tim also elaborates on his illustrious career and the work being done by his two organizations.
Episode 67: Utilizing Biodiversity Credits and Academia for Conservation with Dr. Tim Coles, Founder, Operation Wallacea