We need IMMEDIATE, IMPACTFUL, and INNOVATIVE solutions to protect our unique biodiversity - before it's too late. In this website, I will present to you a bold visionary plan. I am calling it BIOPAL, a program with three powerful pillars:

P for Proactive Preservation, A for Active Action and L for Live Learning.

Pillar 1: Proactive Preservation

PART 1:

Imagine a world where we safeguard the very essence of life. We will establish a cryogenic lab, where we will freeze embryos of key species. By preserving genetic material, their legacy endures and can be revived in dire cases. It is not a pipe dream; the successful Frozen Ark Project in the UK supports its feasibility. This project can begin in WA and can eventually extend globally.

PART 2:

For our vegetation, we will set up a WA Seed Bank which will be in tune with the aboriginal practice of seed collection. Every native plant in WA will have its seeds securely stored, inspired by similar initiatives in Norway and Sweden. These will serve as a contingency plan, enabling us to revive WA's biodiversity, if and when required. This proposal can also extend globally. Additionally, during dire circumstances, a sample of the seeds will be sent to a global seed vault in Norway.

Pillar 2: Active Action

PART 1:

Now with our future secured, cutting-edge technologies will be used to address urgent issues such as diminishing WA Red Tingle tree population, or the bleaching of our Ningaloo coral reef. Drones will be used to fire seed pods into the targeted areas to rejuvenate our diminishing tree population. A Canadian company called Flash Forest, found drones to be more effective and 10 TIMES FASTER than manual planting to revive tens of thousands of trees they lost to bushfires.

PART 2:

As for restoring the Ningaloo coral reef, we propose to use robotic jellyfish, which have been developed and already tested by the Max Planck Institute. These robotic jellyfish can precisely clean and restore corals with no damage. These robotic marvels are cost-effective and error-free compared to human divers. Finally, for our fauna, we will build artificial sanctuaries scattered in the wild where animals can escape unforgiving heat waves or bushfires, largely prevalent in Australia. Such artificial sanctuaries have been hugely successful in South Africa thus supporting its feasibility in other areas.

Pillar 3: Live Learning

We will lobby the education department to broaden its curriculum to enlighten students about Australia's unique biodiversity and its imminent threats. This should then be employed in schools across the globe. Thus, these well-informed minds will then be capable of innovation and protection. We'll also place live screens across public areas showing real-time statistical data. The truth, vividly displayed, will awaken an understanding of the urgency of our mission.

Timeline:

Year 1:

• Conduct feasibility studies and assessments to evaluate the viability and potential impacts of each pillar of the BIOPAL program

• Establish partnerships with relevant stakeholders, including government agencies, research institutions, indigenous communities and environmental organisations

• Secure funding and resources necessary to initiate the project

Year 1-3:

• Set up the cryogenic lab and seed bank infrastructure, including the necessary equipment and facilities

• Develop protocols and guidelines for collecting, processing, and storing genetic material and seeds

• Begin collecting genetic samples and seeds from key WA species, prioritizing those most at risk

Years 2-4:

• Pilot test the use of drones for reforestation efforts, and robotic jellyfish for coral reef restoration in targeted areas

• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of these technologies in rejuvenating tree populations and restoring coral reefs

• Begin construction of artificial sanctuaries for wildlife, focusing on areas most vulnerable to heatwaves and bushfires

Years 2-5:

• Advocate for curriculum changes and educational initiatives to raise awareness about  biodiversity and conservation challenges

• Install live screens in public areas to disseminate real-time data, engaging the public in the BIOPAL mission

Ongoing:

• Continuously monitor and assess the progress and outcomes of the BIOPAL project, making adjustments as needed based on feedback and new developments

• Collaborate with local communities, schools and stakeholders to ensure ongoing support and engagement in biodiversity conservation efforts

• Share lessons learned and best practices with other regions and countries, contributing to global efforts to address biodiversity loss and climate change

Funding + Resources:

• Lobby mining companies and regulatory agencies for funding.
• Address skilled workforce shortage by bringing in experienced scientists.