World Ecology Award: Sylvia Earle

National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Sylvia Earle will receive the World Ecology Award from the Whitney R. Harris World Ecology Center. Called “Her Deepness” by the New York Times and “Hero for the Planet” by TIME magazine, the 81-year-old Earle continues to dive for segments shown on the National Geographic channel. During her acceptance of the award, Earle will talk about her decades-long adventures and research to preserve global marine ecosystems. The award is presented to individuals who have made significant contributions to the protection of the global environment.