Earthwatch
Earthwatch has been bringing together members of the general public to work as volunteers on scientific field research projects for the past 35 years. This approach provides essential funding for long-term research and supplies a dedicated 'hands on' workforce of volunteers to support Earthwatch scientists.
Earthwatch believes that people must be involved in order to make global issues relevant and understandable, and to affect change in communities, schools and workplaces. More than 4,000 people a year, from all over the world, take part in expeditions, creating a community of 'Earthwatchers' who not only support scientific research but also stimulate and inspire change back at home.
To find out more about Earthwatch or take part in a project, please visit: http://www.earthwatch.org/.
| Objectives | Achievements to date: |
|---|---|
| Set up five climate centres around the world where scientists and volunteers are collecting valuable data on climate change. | Climate Centres focusing on forest research have opened in Brazil, China, India, the United Kingdom and the United States. |
| Train 2,000 HSBC employees as Climate Champions, who will bring back valuable knowledge and experience to the business and their communities. | 600 Climate Champions trained from nearly 50 countries |
| Through volunteering and online learning, engage HSBC employees on climate change | Engaged thousands of employees in more than 50 countries on climate change |
Related case studies
HSBC employee takes part in Earthwatch research in Oxford, England
As part of the HSBC Climate Partnership, Earthwatch has set up climate centres around the world where scientists and volunteers are collecting valuable data on climate change.
HSBC Climate Champion Andy Davey
Andy Davey is a retail branch manager. He has a passion for the environment and he's concerned about climate change. Through the HSBC Climate Partnership, he keeps abreast the latest findings on climate change, he has also volunteered at an Earthwatch field centre where he contributed to valuable climate change research.
