Engr. Agim Godwin Apple
The Svalbard Global Seed Vault serves as a crucial backup for the world’s crop diversity.
It is designed to safeguard the genetic diversity of our food supply in the event of natural or man-made disasters.
The vault preserves seeds from a wide variety of plants, making it a vital resource for ensuring global food security and adapting to future environmental challenges.
The Svalbard Global Seed Vault is located on the Norwegian island of Spitsbergen, which is part of the Svalbard archipelago in the Arctic Ocean.
It is situated approximately 1,300 kilometers from the North Pole.
The Svalbard Global Seed Vault is highly secure and is designed to withstand a variety of threats.
Located deep inside a mountain, the vault is built to withstand natural and human-made disasters, including earthquakes, nuclear strikes, and rising sea levels.
The facility’s location in the permafrost ensures that the seeds remain frozen, even in the event of a power failure.
Additionally, the high level of security and restricted access to the vault help protect the precious seeds stored within.