Rewilding the Planet – Restoring Biodiversity, Ecosystems and Hope | Alister Scott

Rewildology, hosted by Brooke Mitchell, is an alliance partner with over 70,000 listens that chats with experts from across the globe to discuss nature’s biggest questions.

In this episode, Brooke interviews Alister about his inspiring journey from a young environmentalist in Ireland to a global changemaker. Alister shares his epiphany moment witnessing the local extinction of the corn crake, which propelled him into a 40-year career dedicated to making a difference. He discusses his early successes, including helping protect Antarctica and influencing socially responsible investment policies, before diving into his pivotal role with the Global Rewilding Alliance. Alister elaborates on the GRA’s mission to mainstream rewilding by 2030, distinguishing it from traditional conservation and restoration by emphasising “nature-led, human-assisted” approaches and the critical role of local communities. He highlights the GRA’s four pillars of work and shares the immense potential for rewilding to address both biodiversity loss and climate change. He passionately advocates for finding one’s purpose, connecting with a tribe, and embracing the hopeful, practical nature of the rewilding movement. Listen to the full episode to hear Alister’s incredible story and learn how you can make a difference!