Technology can build empathy and lead to action. This is the thrust of Christine Spiten's heartfelt talk about allowing ordinary people to discover the beauty and fragility of blue oceans and green spaces by giving them eyes, through innovation and tech. We care about what we can see. This is a worthy listen for any and all with an interest in what lies beneath the surface. Christine has been recognised as one of Norway’s 50 most important female tech founders in 2017 and was a nominated finalist for the Nor-Shipping Young Entrepreneur Award 2017. Driven by her passion for blue oceans and green spaces, Christine has created underwater drones that allow ordinary people to discover its beauty and fragility.

Together with an international research team, Christine has sailed across the Atlantic to investigate and map marine litter using the first prototype developed by Blueye. The company has since grown rapidly out of the Centre for Autonomous Marine Operations and Systems (AMOS) at NTNU, and has entered the market with the Blueye Pioneer underwater drone that allows private consumers to drive and film underwater using their smartphones or tablets.

This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx