Emily Charry Tissier

CEO & Co-Founder

Whale Seeker

Artificial Intelligence

Climate Tech

Diversity & Inclusion

About Me

Emily Charry Tissier is a biologist and the co-founder and CEO of Whale Seeker, the first Certified B Corp using AI to protect wildlife. With over 20 years of experience in coastal and Arctic ecosystems, she leads the development of ethical AI tools for marine monitoring. Whale Seeker’s technology is used by governments, industry, and NGOs to scale whale detection and reduce environmental impact. Emily has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Brilliant Women in AI Ethics, and has presented her work at the UN Forum on Science, Technology and Innovation. Whale Seeker’s Mobius platform was named one of the top 10 AI solutions for the SDGs by UNESCO’s IRCAI.

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How Can Tech Help Us Preserve the Natural Environment?

Climate change and biodiversity loss are inseparable challenges — we cannot address one without tackling the other. Yet for over a decade, ecosystems on land and in water have faced unprecedented pressure, from intensifying wildfires to rising ocean temperatures, driving a steep decline in species and natural habitats. While the tech sector undeniably contributes to environmental strain, from high energy demands to e-waste, it also holds immense potential to drive solutions. From cutting-edge innovations to frugal, nature-inspired technologies, bold initiatives are already reshaping how we protect and restore our planet. This session will spotlight actors and technologies working to preserve biodiversity, sustain ecosystems, and harness tech’s transformative power to safeguard our natural world.