Earthwatch

Earthwatch Institute International Headquarters
3 Clock Tower Place, Suite 100 Box 75
Maynard, MA

Phone: 80077601889784
http://www.earthwatch.org/

Profile

Earthwatch Institute is an international non-profit organization that brings science to life for people concerned about the Earth's future. Founded in 1971, Earthwatch supports scientific field research by offering volunteers the opportunity to join research teams around the world. This unique model is creating a systematic change in how the public views science and its role in environmental sustainability.

Earthwatch is a diverse community of scientists, educators, students, businesspeople, and resolute explorers who work together to get the fullest benefit from scientific expeditions. In addition to 150 dedicated staff in the United States, England, Australia, and Japan, Earthwatch supports more than 130 scientists each year and builds networks of hundreds of students and teachers.

Environmental Commitment

The Earthwatch Institute supports scientific field research related to sustainable development conducted by leading scientists in a broad range of disciplines, from habitat management to health care. Earthwatch's Research Program provides vital support where funding is typically limited, to scientists from developing countries, women in science, and long-term monitoring projects.

Conservation is achieved by establishing strategic international and community partnerships to support multi-disciplinary research projects in some of the world's outstanding areas of ecological and cultural value. By engaging communities in setting priorities and securing their investment throughout the process, Earthwatch implements an effective community-based conservation model.

Social Commitment

Earthwatch Institute engages people worldwide in scientific field research and education to promote the understanding and action necessary for a sustainable environment.

We believe that teaching and promoting scientific literacy is the best way to systematically approach and solve the many complex environmental and social issues facing society today.

Earthwatch is a respected leader in the field of experiential education, with programs ranging from improving the quality of geography instruction to "live from the field," web-based virtual expeditions reaching classrooms worldwide. To date, more than 3,500 students and 4,000 classroom teachers have received training and inspiration on Earthwatch expeditions.

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Resources > Agriculture & Food
Resources > Air Quality
Resources > Civil Society*** > Nature & Biodiversity
Resources > Ecosystems, Wildlife & Biodiversity
Resources > Energy, Climate Change & Your Carbon Footprint
Resources > Forestry & Silviculture
Resources > Oceans, Fisheries & Aquaculture
Resources > Water Resources & Water Quality

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