Guest at NDR DAS! on the red sofa – Wunderwerk Natur
Broadcast on 31 August 2024
Geoscientist and landscape photographer Dr. Christian Klepp joins host Inka Schneider on the red sofa. A conversation about a passion for nature, expeditions to remote regions of the world, and how deeply the beauty of our planet can touch us all – and should inspire us to take action to mitigate climate change and the biodiversity crisis.
With impressive images, he shows that nature is much more than just a backdrop: it is our origin, inspiration, and basis of life all at once. “Our nature is uniquely beautiful – and more endangered than ever before,” says Christian Klepp. Species extinction, extreme weather, climate change, and exploitation are pushing ecosystems beyond their limits. Klepp wants to highlight what is at stake. For 30 years, he has been traveling to untouched areas of the world, capturing their beauty in his breathtaking nature photographs and witnessing how Earth and life is changing. He wants to pass on this knowledge. Everyone should recognize how worthy of protection our planet is, understand what is necessary for its preservation, and what each individual can do to achieve this.
Dr. Christian Klepp studied meteorology and geology at the University of Hamburg and earned his doctorate in geosciences. He worked in international climate research for more than two decades and taught as a lecturer. Today, his scientific experience flows into his photographic work, which combines precise knowledge with emotion.
For over three decades, the award-winning photographer has been documenting the great marvels of Earth—landscapes shaped by elemental forces that are also sensitive to changes in our climate. His photographs tell of the breath of Earth, its history, and its future.
Through his work, the SPIEGEL bestselling author aims at showing how valuable and vulnerable nature is. In his lectures and books, he calls on us to respect and preserve the marvel of nature—out of love for nature and responsibility for future generations.
Click on the image to watch the entire interview (length: 41:15 minutes).