Community Earthwatch works collaboratively with community groups, social enterprises and non-government organisations (NGOs) to bridge the gaps between science, community and nature.  We are citizen science program development experts With over 50 years of global experience under our belt, we are experts in developing and implementing citizen science projects. Accessible for all ages and backgrounds, we develop scientifically robust programs which bring our citizens closer to nature, where no formal training is required.  Our programs...

First Nations Earthwatch works collaboratively with community groups, social enterprises and non-government organisations (NGOs) to bridge the gaps between science, community and nature. We are citizen science program development experts We can co-create a citizen science program with you that aligns your goals and ours: Connecting with nature Community Knowledge creation, Scientific literacy Field research Education Empowering behaviour change Positive environmental action Environmental stewardship, and Sustainable...

Trusts and Foundations Earthwatch works with Trusts and Foundations to facilitate research and citizen science programs.  We are citizen science program development experts  With over 50 years of global experience under our belt, we are experts in developing and implementing citizen science projects. Accessible for all ages and backgrounds, we develop scientifically robust programs which bring our citizens closer to nature, where no formal training is required.  Our programs adhere to the strictest health and safety standards to keep our...

Government Initiatives Earthwatch works with all levels of government in Australia – from local councils, to state park authorities and land managers, as well as federal portfolios like education, environment, science and innovation, and meteorology. We are citizen science program development experts With over 50 years of global experience under our belt, we are experts in developing and implementing citizen science projects. Accessible for all ages and backgrounds, we develop scientifically robust programs which bring our citizens closer...

We are citizen science program development experts Corporate Social Responsibility The climate crisis and biodiversity crisis are the most significant threats to our society, environment and economy. With $44 trillion of economic value at severe or moderate risk due to nature loss (WEF 2020), and the UN announcing a Decade of Action for business and society, it is time to invest and work together to save the natural world.   Earthwatch partners with corporations as we see a critical role for large, globally-diversified...

Our Partners Earthwatch partners with a diverse group of funders across sectors: business and government as well as communities, Trusts and Foundations, and non-government organisations. Click here to find out more about our shared value approach and partnering with Earthwatch. Amcor amcor Mitsubishi Corporation mitsubishicorporation BHP bhp Telstra Foundation Telstrafoundation ...

PLASTICS Why Does it Matter From biodiversity and food supply to the livelihoods of millions, so much depends on our oceans.   However, the health of our oceans is declining with rising sea surface temperatures and acidification, overfishing, coral bleaching events, and marine plastic pollution.  The combined impact of these problems is shifting our ocean ecosystems into unrecognisable states.   Earthwatch is making strides towards tackling several of these problems. Our work focuses on:  Plastics waste...

BIODIVERSITY Why Does it Matter Biodiversity is the very fabric of the Earth. It is diversity in plants and animals that enables ecosystems to function. Yet, one eighth of the world’s species – more than a million – are threatened with extinction. In Australia, we are renowned for our unique wildlife with more than 70% of our species (69% of mammals, 94% of amphibians, 46% of birds and 93% of reptiles) found nowhere else on earth. But, we also have the highest rate of vertebrate mammal extinction in the world. The greatest threats...