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Engineer Trades Desk for Coral Reefs
22 Jun
Summary
- Left a decade-long engineering career in Los Angeles.
- Sailed across the Pacific Ocean for years.
- Now restores coral reefs in Indonesia.
Amanda Hi-c transitioned from a fulfilling engineering career in Los Angeles to an unconventional life dedicated to marine conservation. After nearly a decade in civil engineering, she felt a profound disconnect and a longing for more purpose.
Her journey began with a scuba diving certification in Honduras, igniting a passion for the underwater world. Subsequent travels, including sailing through Portugal's Azores islands, exposed her to a life centered around exploration and the ocean.
Inspired by these experiences and fueled by a FIRE movement approach to saving, Hi-c seized an opportunity to sail around the world. This led to two years exploring the Pacific, deepening her fascination with coral reefs and marine life.
Eventually, Hi-c dedicated herself to coral restoration in Indonesia, working with organizations like Ocean Gardener. She now cultivates coral nurseries and helps restore damaged reefs, sharing her work to promote ocean conservation awareness.
Through platforms like Instagram and TikTok, Hi-c educates thousands about the beauty and fragility of underwater ecosystems. She emphasizes the critical need for conservation efforts against threats like climate change and pollution.
