Dr. Brian von Herzen, Executive Director of The Climate Foundation, is a visionary leader and Hertz and Edmund Hillary Fellow. With expertise spanning planetary science, computer science, and ecosystem restoration, he pioneers scalable, nature-based solutions to combat climate change, restore ocean health, and bolster biodiversity.

A leader in Marine Permaculture, he has regenerated vast kelp forests and marine ecosystems. Dr. von Herzen holds degrees from Princeton and Caltech, driving his mission to advance food security, carbon sequestration, and a sustainable global future.