Palmer Owyoung is originally from San Francisco, California, but currently resides in Thailand. He writes a monthly column on the environment for the Phuket News called Sustainably Yours and works as a coordinator with the Kamala Green Club.

His interests are in combining bioremediation, technology and science to create a more sustainable economy.

He has a Masters Degree in International Relations from the UC San Diego and enjoys surfing and hiking with his dogs.

Palmer is working with Earth5R and helping with innovative ideas related with sustainability-based solutions for the community.