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Marine biologist & ocean innovator

Douglas McCauley

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Discover the latest science-based solutions that are transforming the health of our oceans with Douglas McCauley, marine biologist, ocean science innovator, and climate visionary. Douglas presents a view of ocean optimism, drawing from his extensive research and thousands of hours spent underwater studying the seas. Professor at UC Santa Barbara, Sloan Research Fellow, and member of WEF's Friends of Ocean Action team, he has been featured by The New York Times, the BBC, and TIME Magazine.

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Applied researcher creating science-based solutions to improve ocean health
Professor of ocean science at the University of California Santa Barbara
Named “Human of the Year” by Vice Media

Douglas McCauley is a Professor at the University of California Santa Barbara in the Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Marine Biology. He also directs the Benioff Ocean Science Laboratory, where he develops science-based solutions to improve ocean health. His research expertise includes AI for the environment, plastic pollution, and energy transition sustainability. Douglas started his career as a fisherman in the Port of Los Angeles before earning degrees in political science and biology from UC Berkeley and a PhD in Biology from Stanford University. He is a Sloan Research Fellow in the Ocean Sciences and a member of the World Economic Forum's Friends of Ocean Action. Vice Media named him "Human of the Year" and The Washington Post called him a "Climate Visionary." His research has been published in prestigious journals and has been covered by the New York Times, the BBC, and TIME Magazine. Douglas has spent thousands of hours underwater studying marine ecosystems, from tracking the secret lives of manta rays to documenting encounters with endangered whales in remote ocean regions. He shares his insights through powerful storytelling and has delivered talks at Davos, the United Nations, Salesforce, Google, National Geographic, the Economist World Ocean Summit, Harvard University, and Stanford University. Audiences leave Douglas' presentations with a deeper understanding of how our relationship with the sea has shaped both people and planet, offering hope for a brighter future. Book Douglas for firsthand research stories and proven solutions from one of the world's leading ocean science laboratories.

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The Future Of Our Ocean

Douglas McCauley explores the historical relationship between humanity and the ocean, highlighting its vital contributions to food, health, jobs and so much more. He addresses the challenges posed by climate change and the rise of new industries like ocean farming and the construction of ocean cities which threaten marine life. Despite this, Douglas offers an optimistic vision. He shares the latest innovative ocean technologies and highlights the power of strong ocean leadership. Attendees will learn about groundbreaking solutions, hear inspiring stories from Douglas' research expeditions, and discover the potential for a sustainable future for our oceans.

Why we recommend booking Douglas

Douglas McCauley’s experience, from spending thousands of hours underwater studying the seas to leading the Benioff Ocean Science Laboratory, makes him a highly credible voice on advancing ocean-health innovation. He translates science into bold, technology-driven solutions that tackle challenges like overfishing and plastic pollution while shaping a more sustainable future for our seas. Douglas leaves audiences feeling optimistic for the future of ocean health.

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We had a fire drill that required evacuation in the middle of Doug's talk and he handled it like a pro. As soon as we were given the all clear everyone filed back into the room and he started where he left off!

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