Torsten Thiele

Torsten Thiele serves as an Affiliate Scholar at the Research Institute for Sustainability Helmholtz Centre Potsdam (RIFS) and an Honorary Fellow at Plymouth Marine Laboratory. He is the Founder of Global Ocean Trust and advises international bodies on ocean governance frameworks.

His academic background includes graduate degrees from:

• University of Cambridge
• University of Bonn
• Harvard University

Thiele's research integrates ocean finance with governance innovation, specializing in:

• Marine biodiversity financing mechanisms
• Nature-based coastal infrastructure solutions
• Blue economy investment models
• Climate adaptation funding frameworks

His work addresses critical gaps in sustainable ocean resource management through practical financial instruments.

With over two decades of experience in global financial institutions, Thiele brings unique expertise in infrastructure project finance to ocean sustainability challenges. He actively shapes international policy discourse through advisory roles and frequent conference presentations on scalable ocean solutions.

As Founder of Global Ocean Trust, he leads initiatives connecting financial institutions, governments, and conservation organizations to develop implementable funding strategies for marine ecosystem protection.