Monday 7 April, 2008
Ghana’s first ever cocoa farm tourism initiative has been launched as part of a project which aims to promote sustainable, eco-friendly cocoa farming.
Earthwatch Institute, HSBC, The Climate Group, Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute (STRI) and WWF have created a five-year, US$100 million partnership to respond to the urgent threat of climate change world-wide.
Earthwatch has become Land Rover's fifth Global Sponsorship Partner. Land Rover will assist Earthwatch's activities in working to conserve endangered species and their habitats by engaging people worldwide in scientific field research and education.
Ecosystem Challenges and Business Implications, published today by Earthwatch and its partners, warns that companies must transform business models and operations if they are to avoid major economic losses caused by the current degradation of ecosystems and the vital services they provide.
Earthwatch will emphasize the importance of public engagement in biodiversity conservation at Green Week Conference 2006
Earthwatch Institute (Europe) is to launch a new project, Mangroves of Sri Lanka made possible thanks to a partnership with global insurance provider Zurich Financial Services. Over the next four years, Earthwatch will work with local communities to develop optimum ways of replanting and restoring the mangrove stands that will protect the coastline of Sri Lanka from future storm surges and tsunamis.
Record HSBC Applications 2005
Earthwatch has seen a record increase in the number of applications from HSBC employees this year read more.The Fellowship programme that has already offered nearly 1500 people the chance to get involved in international scientific research projects and many more to help volunteer to improve their local environment
The new Millennium Ecosystem Assessment Business & Industry Synthesis Report confirms that many of the world's ecosystems are in serious decline, and the continuing supply of critical ecosystem services is now in jeopardy.
Kate Reeves, an HSBC employee from Gerrards Cross is setting off for two weeks of wildlife conservation in Brazil.
Earthwatch Institute (Europe) is pleased to announce a new partnership with Saïd Business School to help students develop core consulting skills.
A new publication providing practical guidance on developing programmes leading to raised awareness and participation in biodiversity conservation by companies.
Earthwatch Institute (Europe) and Rio Tinto have renewed their three-year partnership, which will support numerous field research projects and supporting biodiversity and conservation.