Restoring Kelp Forests

The modern, award-winningCity of Perth Libraryis located in the vibrant Cathedral Square precinct in the heart of the City. The Library boasts beautiful views of the City and Swan River and the interiors are warm and inviting.The Library building employs universal design principles, making it accessible for people with diverse abilities. There are ample public transport and parking options nearby.

City of Perth Library

Find out how scientists are restoring this crucial habitat

Kelp forests used to dominate coastlines around the world, but an accelerated loss of kelp is happening globally. How can we restore these crucial forests at the scales needed, whilst giving them the best chance to survive in a changing ocean? We are trailing techniques for restoring these essential kelp forests using rocks seeded with baby kelp. 

Georgina Wood

Georgina Wood is a postdoctoral researcher in UWA’s Oceans Institute. Her work revolves around the ecology and genetics of coastal environments and developing solutions to the challenges that these systems face, both now and into the future. Georgina is a passionate science communicator and has delivered various marine ecology-themed workshops for local councils, schools and NGOs. 

Date: 	Thursday 11 August 2022Time: 	6.30pm to 7.30pmVenue:	City of Perth Library, 573 Hay Street, PerthCost:	Free, book now as places are limited.This event is run in partnership with the UWA Oceans Institute.

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