Creating the tools to conserve wildlife

The recent increase in public and academic interest in preserving biodiversity has led to the growth of the field of conservation technology. Conservation technology involves the construction of technology and tools and interfacing them to aid in the conservation of wildlife through collaborations or technology interventions. Creating the tools to conserve both fauna and flora is incredibly challenging and can be toxic if not approached with specific ideas in mind. In this talk, I will present some foundational framework for developing conservation tools (CT) based on human-wildlife interaction and human-wildlife-centred design. This will be followed by five case studies ranging in complexity from cat collars to machine learning and game theory methodologies. Conservation technology not only has the potential to benefit biodiversity but also has broader impacts on fields such as sustainability and environmental protection. By using innovative technologies to address conservation challenges, we can find more effective and efficient solutions to protect and preserve our planet’s resources.