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 8 of 8 matchesClimb aboard a motorboat and sail a tropical “inner sea” in search of endangered dolphins and whales in Costa Rica.
Bees, hummingbirds, and other pollinators provide services that are critical to our future food security and the ecological hea
Help researchers study the nesting behavior of small, cavity-nesting forest owls in Utah and Arizona to better understand how t
How can we keep shark and ray populations strong? Find answers while exploring some of the world’s most beautiful reefs.
Survey a variety of shark and ray species in Florida to help ensure the populations are protected from overexploitation and env
What can we learn about Italy’s ancient people from the ruins they left along the coast of Tuscany? Help us dust off clues.
Help discover and protect this delicate Alpine environment from climate change, and from ourselves.

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 Earthwatch program gave me the unprecedented opportunity to experience Cuba and its environment and people firsthand.
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.