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The Doomsday Vault (Svalbard Global Seed Vault)

The Svalbard Global Seed Vault, often called the "Doomsday Vault," is a secure, underground bank located on the Norwegian island of Svalbard. It stores millions of seeds from around the world to protect plant diversity in case of global crises like climate change, natural disasters, or conflicts. The vault ensures that valuable crop seeds are preserved and can be used to re-establish plant varieties if needed. Designed to withstand extreme weather and disasters, it acts as a safeguard for global agriculture and biodiversity, supporting future food security.