Andrés Ruzo

Andrés Ruzo is a geothermal scientist, conservationist, educator, and communicator, working to connect people with nature. He is best known for his work on Peru’s Boiling River of the Amazon, where in 2011 he became the first geoscientist to receive the shamanic blessing to study this sacred site. He is the Founder and Director of the Boiling River Project, a nonprofit whose mission is to understand, protect, and advocate for the Boiling River and geothermal sites across the globe. His team of over 50 collaborators brings together science, art, traditional knowledge, and interdisciplinary education. Andrés is a NatGeo Explorer and host, and a TED MainStage Speaker and Author. He holds degrees in Geology and Finance, and is currently finishing his PhD (focus: Geothermal Systems).