Microsoft

Microsoft

As an international charity, it is vital that Earthwatch makes effective use of information technology to develop its worldwide network of volunteers, staff and scientists.

In 2011 Earthwatch were excited to receive the support of Microsoft who donated software that will enable Earthwatch to upgrade several IT systems. With guidance from expert consultants from Microsoft, Earthwatch is now able to improve links between its seven international offices and develop new innovative communication tools to connect its supporters and stakeholders around the world.

Earthwatch Chief Operating Officer Eve Carpenter said: "Earthwatch will benefit enormously from Microsoft’s generous donation of software and technical expertise. Microsoft took the time to help us map out our future IT requirements, and their consultants were really enthusiastic about working with our organisation. This will be a great help to Earthwatch’s growth, as we reach out and enable increasing numbers of people around the world to engage with Earthwatch in addressing important environmental issues. We look forward to working closely with Microsoft in several areas, such as helping companies reduce their energy usage and reduce their dependency on travel through the smarter use of IT."