About this episode

This episode features an interview with Tom Campbell discussing the ecology and restoration of kelp and its importance to marine ecosystems.

Kelp has been getting a ton of publicity lately, from it's use in cosmetics and food, to it's role in mitigating the impacts of climate change. In short, kelp is pretty dang cool - but what the heck is it, and what makes it so unique? I sat down with Tom Campbell from West Coast Kelp to learn all about kelp - how it's evolved, how it reproduces, the 3D habitat it's structure creates, it's importance to marine ecosystems, why it needs help, and the role of restoration in maintaining the health of these critical ecosystems. Learn about West Coast Kelp Adopt a Kelp For every episode, I make a donation to the non-profit of my guests choosing using funds from supporters on Patreon, and this weeks donation will be going to Redd Fish Restoration Society. Nerdy About Nature is an independent passion project that relies on support from folks like you. If you’re enjoying this podcast and videos, help me keep making them by joining the Patreon family. Got Questions? Want Stickers? Want community? Wanna engage? Do it all as a Patreon member, it’s easy! You can also make a one-time donation, get NAN merch, resources and more information at ⁠⁠www.NerdyAboutNature.com

People in this episode

Host: Nerdy About Nature

Guest: Tom Campbell

Topics covered

• kelp ecology
• marine ecosystems
• climate change
• restoration
• biodiversity

Keywords

• kelp
• marine ecosystems
• climate change
• restoration
• West Coast Kelp

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Organizations: West Coast Kelp

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