Doomsday Vault

Food
The ‘Doomsday’ Seed Vault Might Not Survive Global Warming
Hidden inside an Arctic mountain, the Svalbard Global Seed Vault stores millions of plant samples. But after unexpected flooding last year, efforts to protect the food store have been stepped up.
Daisy Meager
5.22.17
Food
How Scientists Are Ensuring Syria’s Seeds Survive War and Climate Change
Between climate change and war, Syrian agricultural history and diversity are under unprecedented threat. Here’s a glimpse into the ways that scientists are working around the clock to ensure that the country's seed diversity doesn’t get wiped out...
Emma Beals
8.25.16
Food
The Syrian War Has Prompted the First Withdrawal from the 'Doomsday' Seed Vault
After the war broke out in Syria in 2011, a vital seed bank sent its collection to be stored deep inside an Arctic mountain vault. But now it wants its seeds back.
Munchies Staff
9.22.15