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Tag: Technology
Head of Innovation David Will Weighs in on Emerging Technologies to Protect Island Biodiversity in Wired
Island Conservation’s Head of Innovation David Will was recently interviewed by Wired’s Matt Simon for his article Rats are Invasive Menaces. These Cameras Spy on Them. Will discusses new technologies being explored and implemented across the globe to protect island ecosystems from invasive species. The article focuses on Santa Cruz Island, where Island Conservation has […]
Successful drone eradication in Palau paves the way for faster island restorations
In March and April of 2022 Island Conservation and Envico Technologies successfully completed a rat eradication on Ngerkeklau Island. The team tested two different drone baiting platforms and made huge progress in the development, planning and implementation of drones for aerial baiting on tropical islands. The operation was a huge success thanks to a massive […]
VIDEO: David Will on how Edge Computing enhances conservation on remote islands
David Will, Island Conservation’s Head of Innovation, recently appeared at The Six Five Summit to provide an update on our collaboration with Lenovo. The project is taking place on Robinson Crusoe Island, just off the coast of Chile, and has seen ongoing island restoration efforts boosted by Lenovo’s Edge Computing technology. In the video, David explains […]
Work for Humankind: Lenovo invites you to work from one of Earth’s most remote locations with smarter technology
Global News Release Work for Humankind: Lenovo invites you to work from one of Earth’s most remote locations with smarter technology Research conducted by Lenovo™ reveals more than two-thirds of Gen Z and Millennial respondents feel it’s important to give back and contribute positively to local communities during a ‘Work from Anywhere’ experience Work for […]
Technology Helps Control Invasive Lionfish Population
As invasive lionfish reach uncontrollable depths in the Atlantic, conservationists turn towards technology to control the population. The problem began in 1992 when Hurricane Andrew washed an aquarium tank out to sea, releasing six lionfish into Biscayne Bay. Since then, the invasive Atlantic population has grown exponentially, threatening the native marine ecosystem. Lionfish lay on […]
New Technology Aids Seabird Conservation
New drone technology is supporting conservation efforts by helping count seabirds. CapeNature, a government organization responsible for maintaining wilderness areas and biodiversity conservation in South Africa, has recently enlisted the help of drones to revolutionize its seabird counts on Dyer Island. This island is a very important area for seabirds–especially the African Penguin. The organization […]
Con X Tech Competition: Prevent Extinctions, Win $20,000
The Con X Tech Prize is a competition for bold new ideas in conservation technology. Win up to $20,000 for your innovative ideas aimed to help prevent extinctions. Are you an innovator? A creative thinker? Always have a trick up your sleeve and a clever idea to solve the latest problem that stands in the […]
Confirming Zero: A Call for Innovative Solutions for Conservation
GIS and Data Program Manager David Will outlines the challenges posed by conservation data collection and calls for innovative solutions to expediate this crucial component of preventing extinctions. By: David Will Imagine you are on a remote island fighting your way through thick bushes in search of footprints the size of quarter – but hoping […]
WIRED Features Island Conservation Project Director Karl Campbell
WIRED features GBIRd and Island Conservation Project Director Karl Campbell in an article about the potential for gene drives to help prevent extinctions of island species. By: Emma Marris KARL CAMPBELL IS a craftsman bedeviled by bad tools. He’s a middle-aged, medium-size, muscular Australian with a five-day beard and an intense gaze who seems perpetually […]