About this episode
Vincent Doumeizel discusses the crucial role of plankton in the ocean ecosystem and its significance for the future of life on Earth.
Guest: Vincent Doumeizel, Senior Adviser on the oceans to the United Nations Global Compact and author of ‘The Power of Plankton: How Plankton Made Life On Earth Possible and Why It’s Key To Our Future’.
People in this episode
Host: Jonathan McCrea
Guest: Vincent Doumeizel
Topics covered
- plankton
- ocean health
- sustainability
- marine life
- climate change
Keywords
- plankton
- ocean
- sustainability
- marine ecosystems
- climate impact
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: United Nations Global Compact
Books & works: The Power of Plankton
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