In the face of an increasingly urgent environmental crisis, companies like Wovoka are stepping up to discover inventive climate solutions while platforming Indigenous knowledge. Wovoka centers its efforts on ecological regeneration, drawing inspiration from the namesake religious leader of Paiute origin.

Wovoka roughly translates to "woodcutter" in the Northern Paiute (Numu) language, which speaks volumes about its sustainable land stewardship and that of the Paiute peoples. In tandem with its legacy, this organization deeply values its partnerships with Indigenous tribes and ensures that the communities involved with its carbon projects are actively engaged and informed.

As previously reported in this more in-depth article regarding Wovoka's mission and technologies (by Doug Erickson), Wovoka will attend Blue Innovation Day on October 6th. In addition to 40 interactive exhibits, Wovoka will present a workshop with four other companies that offer greener solutions to promote ocean health and coastal resilience. Specifically, Wovoka's CEO, Lee Pearson, plans to speak on the importance of different coastal ecosystems in promoting a healthier planet.

Lee Pearson

Lee Pearson, a trailblazer in advancing scientific research on ecosystem restoration, brings a unique perspective to the table. Pearson earned his Ph.D. in Environmental Policy at Imperial College London, and throughout his academic and professional career quickly immersed himself into the practical applications of decarbonization within clean energy projects. His extensive experience (15+ years) in the field of environmental science, coupled with his roles as a climate risk consultant, investment director, project leader, and researcher, make him a formidable force in the pursuit of environmental sustainability.

Diverse Landscapes and Carbon Sequestration

Pearson's workshop will delve into the importance of mangroves, seagrasses, and peatlands to environments like the Philippines to promote biodiversity and mitigate the adverse effects of climate change. These unique ecosystems are native to coastal regions and act as "carbon sinks" that trap the carbon dioxide contributing to greenhouse gases heating the Earth. For perspective, peatlands store around 600 gigatonnes of carbon, mangroves store around 21 gigatonnes of carbon, and seagrasses store around 19.9 gigatonnes of carbon. Likewise, mangroves, seagrasses, and peatlands are home to various species like fish, crabs, birds, and other native organisms, making them extremely biodiverse landscapes. In restoring these ecosystems, Wovoka seeks to create eco-friendly solutions that benefit both the environment and the livelihoods of local communities.

Learn More!

If you're eager to delve deeper into the transformative and inclusive environmental project that Wovoka is spearheading, we invite you to join their workshop at Blue Innovation Day 2024. They will be presenting from 3:00 PM to 3:30 PM. Your participation is not just welcomed, but crucial in our collective journey towards a greener, more sustainable future. If you are interested in any of the workshops provided, please consider purchasing individual workshop passes or the complete admission package below!