Dr. Dennis Liu, Half-Earth Project, E.O. Wilson Biodiversity Foundation

The biosphere, the complex system comprised of all the biodiversity of our planet is very unevenly distributed due to interactions with the physical elements of earth. The Half-Earth Project map is a beautiful interactive 3D GIS product that reveals critical map layers to consider in making conservation decisions in order to reverse the extinction crisis. The Half-Earth Project engages educators, students, conservations, policy-makers, and all citizens in the grand vision of understanding our planet better on the way to saving all species including humans.