Scientists expect to observe the greatest effects of global warming in the Arctic.
Earthwatch expeditions pair researchers with volunteers to address some of the world’s most pressing environmental challenges. Explore our current expeditions to discover how you can make a difference.
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Help gather critical data on the sustainable use of one of Mexico City’s last wetlands.
Bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators provide services that are critical to our future food security and the ecological hea
Why have Pacific leatherback sea turtles almost disappeared? Look for answers and solutions on Costa Rica’s beaches.
Explore interactions between people and chimpanzees and other primates in the rainforest of Uganda to improve human–primate rel
By studying the feeding behavior of killer whales in Iceland, scientists can better understand potential threats to this specie
Join scientists on the largest island in the Caribbean to conduct an assessment of its diverse array of bird and amphibian spec
Climb aboard a motorboat and sail a tropical “inner sea” in search of endangered dolphins and whales in Costa Rica.

CUSTOM EXPEDITIONS FOR GROUPS
Explore the world together. Our expert staff can coordinate a meaningful experience for school groups, corporate employees, alumni associations, community groups, or other affiliations.
Be more than a tourist
Before my expedition with Earthwatch I was drifting through life with one goal, find a way to save the sharks.
Our Research Focus

Ocean Ecosystems
Take action to protect marine habitats, conserve biodiversity, and promote sustainable livelihoods.

Terrestrial Ecosystems
Preserve and restore forests, assess and mitigate the impacts of a changing climate, and conserve biodiversity.

Sustainable Cities and Communities
Collect essential environmental data to promote urban resiliency while helping to influence positive change.