Earthwatch
Earthwatch has been bringing together members of the general public to work as volunteers on scientific field research projects for the past 36 years. This approach provides essential funding for long-term research and supplies a dedicated 'hands on' workforce of volunteers to support Earthwatch scientists.
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. | Nearly 1000 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 |
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Engaging HSBC Employees, Global
As part of the HSBC Climate Partnership, Earthwatch has set up Regional Climate Centres around the world where scientists and HSBC staff are collecting vital data on the impacts of climate change on the world's forests.
