About Enric
I am a…
Entrepreneur, Environmentalist, Explorer, Filmmaker, Photographer, Scientist, World traveler
Bio
Dr. Enric Sala is a former university professor who saw himself writing the obituary of ocean life, and quit academia to become a full-time conservationist as a National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence. He founded and leads Pristine Seas, a project that combines exploration, research, and media to inspire country leaders to protect the last wild places in the ocean. To date, Pristine Seas has helped to create 18 of the largest marine reserves on the planet, covering an area of over 5 million square km. Enric has received many honors, including 2008 World Economic Forum’s Young Global Leader, 2013 Explorers Club Lowell Thomas Award, 2013 Environmental Media Association Hero Award, 2016 Russian Geographical Society Award, and fellow of the Royal Geographical Society. Enric serves on the boards of the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation, Global Fishing Watch, and the National Aquarium, and advises international organizations and governments.
I'm passionate about
Life on Earth
Areas of expertise
Communications, Ecology, Environmental conservation, Environmental policy, Filmmaking, Marine biology, Underwater photography