How is a national treasure being reshaped by the changing climate?
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.
Showing 9 of 12 matchesWhy have Pacific leatherback sea turtles almost disappeared? Look for answers and solutions on Costa Rica’s beaches.
Join scientists on the largest island in the Caribbean to conduct an assessment of its diverse array of bird species.
The transition from hunter-gatherers to farming in ancient Portuguese societies is still a mystery.
Explore Icelandic waters amidst stunning landscapes to help study and protect killer whales.
Journey into the forest to restore Costa Rica's Osa Peninsula, one of the most biodiverse ecosystems in Central America.
Explore Kenya's Enarau Wildlife Conservancy to study wildlife and support the restoration of the Greater Maasai Mara Ecosy
How can we keep shark populations strong? Find answers while exploring some of the world’s most beautiful reefs.
Join Earthwatch in South Africa to help protect a colony of African penguins on Robben Island.
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
This was my 26th Earthwatch project and one of the best.
The team leaders were knowledgeable, personable and spoke great English.
Our Research Focus
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.
Ocean Ecosystems
Take action to protect marine habitats, conserve biodiversity, and promote sustainable livelihoods.