Ben Fogle is an award-winning broadcaster, adventurer, and passionate environmentalist. With a career spanning over two decades, he has become a prominent voice in raising awareness about critical environmental issues. His extensive experience includes climbing Mount Everest, rowing across the Atlantic, and racing across Antarctica, showcasing his commitment to exploring the world's most fragile ecosystems.
Ben has authored nine Sunday Times bestselling books and is a regular presence on television, having presented numerous programmes for major networks such as BBC and ITV. His work often highlights the importance of sustainability and the urgent need for action against climate change, deforestation, and plastic pollution. As the former United Nations Patron of the Wilderness, he has dedicated himself to documenting the impacts of environmental degradation and advocating for conservation efforts.
Ben's qualifications extend beyond broadcasting; Ben is a fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and serves as an ambassador for several organisations, including WWF and Tusk. He has also played a significant role in reforestation initiatives, partnering with HP Inc. and the Arbor Day Foundation to restore UK woodlands. His efforts in this area have included producing impactful films that emphasise the role of forests in combating climate change.
In addition to his work in reforestation, Ben has been instrumental in water conservation efforts, launching the "Save Our Streams" campaign to protect England’s endangered chalk streams. These vital ecosystems face threats from over-extraction and pollution, and his advocacy aims to safeguard their future.
Through his media presence and advocacy, Ben continues to inspire individuals and communities to engage with sustainability, making it an accessible and actionable goal for audiences around the world.