In this episode: Katie Miller and Ace Doligosa interview Russ Walsh, a tech industry veteran who took on a global challenge—solving sea level rise. Inspired by a call-to-action from GE’s CEO during the COVID-19 pandemic, Russ developed a bold concept: redirect ocean water to transform deserts into thriving, green ecosystems.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
âś… How redirecting water could save cities like Miami and Cape Canaveral from flooding
âś… The potential to revitalize deserts in the Sahara and Australia
âś… Creating economic growth through man-made lakes, kelp farms, and houseboat living
âś… The environmental benefits of mangroves and carbon sinks
âś… Funding, engineering, and political challenges ahead
âś… Why global collaboration is essential to make it happen
💡 This episode isn’t just about preventing disaster—it’s about turning a climate crisis into a visionary opportunity for sustainability, economic development, and global unity.
đź“© Get involved: Russ is looking for partners, innovators, and environmental leaders to help bring this idea to life.
🎧 Listen now and join the conversation shaping the future of our planet.
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