It’s fairly common knowledge that our coral reefs across the world are in trouble, but not many people know a Utah man is behind an effort to save them. Brent Andersen, CEO of Loveland Living Planet Aquarium joins our hosts Chef Lesli Sommerdorf and Brandon Young in a fascinating discussion focusing on Brent’s and LLPA’s efforts, along with marine biologists and others worldwide, to rescue the coral reefs and the marine life they support. The marine biologist, despite being born in land-locked Utah, has made extensive efforts to be a part of the rescue of coral reefs and you’ll want to listen in to find out how you can help.

You might wonder why Harmons partners with an aquarium. The answer is, we partner with them. We provide food for the thousands of animal inhabitants they house. In other words, they eat the same fresh produce you do. 

Brent is passionate about marine life. Listen to the podcast and learn what he does to help save the coral reefs of the world. It’s an amazing story and you can help. The details about doing that are also included in the podcast. And if you choose to visit the aquarium you’ll be amazed at all the animals and encounters they offer. 

Visit Loveland Living Planet Aquarium at: https://thelivingplanet.com/conservation/coral-rescue/

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About Brent Andersen

Despite growing up in landlocked Utah, Brent Andersen’s curiosity for marine life was sparked by a gift he received as a child. His grandmother gave him a book about the ocean, and his curiosity grew into a passionate pursuit that led him to a degree in marine biology from the University of California, Santa Barbara. 

His real dream was to share his passion with the children of Utah, and with the idea keeping him up at night, he decided to follow through and open an aquarium—Loveland Living Planet Aquarium, to be exact. This is a major personal accomplishment for Andersen, but from his perspective, he is just getting started. 

As long as there are conservation needs on the planet, and opportunities to help audiences learn and grow in their connection to and understanding of nature, he will be working to keep expanding the reach and mission of LLPA.