Tahoe Fund Plans First Livestream ROV Dive to Lake Tahoe Bottom

The Tahoe Fund and Restoring the Lake Depths Foundation are hosting a livestream event on September 5, 2025, featuring a remotely operated vehicle (ROV) named Deep Emerald as it journeys 1,570 feet to the bottom of Lake Tahoe, the second deepest lake in the U.S. Deep Emerald is equipped with a 4K Ultra HD camera, LED lights, eight thrusters, and a 600-meter fiber optic tether, enabling it to capture high-resolution video in low-light conditions and maneuver precisely underwater. The livestream will be broadcast on the Tahoe Fund's website starting at 9:30 a.m. PT, allowing viewers to experience rarely seen underwater scenes and learn about the lake's clarity and ecological health. Experts such as Tim Crandle, president of SeaView Systems, and Sudeep Chandra, a limnology professor at the University of Nevada, Reno, will provide commentary on the technology and environmental significance during the broadcast. Deep Emerald has also been used for scientific purposes including identifying invasive species and removing litter from the lake. This event aims to engage the public in understanding and supporting the conservation efforts necessary to protect Lake Tahoe's unique ecosystem.