Bio - John Englander - Climate Change & Ocean Impacts

John Englander is an author, consultant, and lecturer on climate change and ocean impacts. Combining personal experiences as a noted ocean explorer with expeditions in Antarctica, Greenland, and the High Arctic with the latest research from his scientific network, John’s mission is to be a clear, objective voice on climate change and its effects on our oceans.  In other words - no scientific jargon, no political advocacy -  he just explains the scientific facts and potential impacts in plain English. 

His broad marine science background, coupled with dual majors in Geology and Economics enable him to see the big picture on climate and look ahead to the large scale financial and societal impacts.

John also combines non-profit CEO experience with the insights of a time-tested business entrepreneur.

Please contact John Englander for more information

Career Snapshots

Present::  Advisor, Consultant, Lecturer, Author

2009 - Present::  Advisor and Consultant, Global Environment & Technology Foundation.

2009 - Present::  Fellow, Institute of Marine, Engineering, Science, and Technology (Imarest) 

2009 - Present::  Special Advisor on Climate, Friends of the United Nations

2004 - 2009:   CEO - The International Seakeepers Society

1997 - 2003:   President, - Englander and Associates:  Marine and Travel Infrastructure Consulting

1997:             CEO -  The Cousteau Society

1995 - 1997:  Chairman - Ocean Futures

1987 - 1996:  President and Managing Director - The Dolphin Experience

1974 - 1996:  CEO, President, Owner - The Underwater Explorers Society

Noteworthy - John is a member of several prestigious organizations including:  The Explorers Club (he carried their flag on a diving expedition under the High Arctic Ice Cap in 1985), American Geophysical Union, The American Association for the Advancement of Science, the Union of Concerned Scientists, and the Marine Technology Society.  He has logged over 5,000 SCUBA dives; served as President of NAUI Worldwide; as well as a PADI certified master scuba instructor. John is also an instrument rated multi-engine pilot with over 3,000 logged hours.