Mapping the Ocean Floor - Earth's Final Frontier

Explore the importance of mapping the ocean floor in this 13-minute TEDx talk by Andrew Lunstad. Discover why we know more about Mars' surface than our own ocean depths, despite the ocean's crucial role in regulating temperature, producing rain, and absorbing CO2. Learn about the ocean's significance as a source of energy and food, and why only a quarter of it has been mapped so far. Delve into Lunstad's explanation of how exploring the remaining ocean floor is not only feasible but could lead to groundbreaking discoveries. Gain insights from Lunstad's 25-year experience as a technology leader in various fields, including online banking, video gaming, mobile applications, and cybersecurity. Understand the potential impact of ocean floor exploration on our understanding of Earth's final frontier.

Mapping the ocean floor, Earth's final frontier | Andrew Lunstad | TEDxLogan Circle