6Svalbard Global Seed Vault, Norway
The Svalbard Global Seed Vault, located on the Svalbard archipelago in the Arctic Ocean, serves as a secure seed bank designed to protect the world’s plant diversity. The facility stores seeds from a wide range of crops and plants as a safeguard against global crises. Access to the vault is highly restricted to ensure the preservation of its contents. Only authorized personnel and representatives from participating countries can enter the facility, ensuring that the precious seeds remain secure and protected.
