Thomas Crowther, PHD
Meet Thomas
Scientist/Researcher
Zurich, Switzerland
Thomas W. Crowther is a distinguished Professor of Ecology at ETH Zurich, renowned for his groundbreaking research in global ecosystems, biodiversity conservation, and climate change mitigation. As the founder and chair of Restor.eco, he leads the development of an innovative geospatial platform dedicated to ecosystem restoration. Additionally, Thomas serves as the Founding Chair of the Board for the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration, guiding international efforts to recover and protect Earth's vital ecosystems.
Areas of activity:
Ecological Restoration
About:
Thomas W. Crowther is a globally recognized ecologist whose work bridges the critical intersections of biodiversity conservation, climate change mitigation, and ecosystem restoration. Currently serving as Professor of Ecology at ETH Zurich, Thomas founded and directs the Crowther Lab, a pioneering research group committed to generating deep ecological insights essential for preserving and restoring global ecosystems.
He is the visionary behind Restor.eco, a transformative platform harnessing cutting-edge geospatial imagery and data analytics to document and facilitate large-scale ecosystem restoration projects. Under his leadership, Restor has significantly advanced the transparency, accountability, and effectiveness of global restoration efforts, earning recognition as a crucial resource in the fight against environmental degradation.
As the Founding Chair of the Board for the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration, Thomas has driven international dialogue and action, positioning ecosystem restoration as a global priority within political, scientific, and public spheres. His influential work, including pivotal contributions to the UN's Trillion Trees Campaign, has reshaped international understanding of restoration as a viable and necessary climate solution.
Through numerous scientific publications, keynote speeches, and strategic partnerships, Thomas Crowther continues to inspire global communities and decision-makers, advocating passionately for ecological sustainability and the responsible stewardship of our planet’s natural resources.
Involvement:
Restor
Founded by ETH Zurich’s Crowther Lab and developed in collaboration with Google, Restor is a 2021 Earthshot Prize finalist and an official partner of the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration. Restor is dedicated to enabling everyone, everywhere to engage in responsible restoration of Earth's ecosystems.