Earthwatch Institute

Mission / Objective

Earthwatch engages people worldwide in scientific field research and education to promote the 
understanding and action necessary for a sustainable environment. At Earthwatch our ultimate
goal is a sustainable planet: one where every part of the global ecosystem thrives without
compromising any other part, where the diversity of life and cultures flourish and where all people
have sufficient food, water, health and opportunity.

Services

Field based scientific research, environmental education and learning programs, volunteering expeditions, employeee engagement programs,social and environmental responsibilty, conservation, volunteer recruitment.
For more info: http://www.earthwatch.org/australia/get_involved/.

Projects in Progress

Climate Change in the Rainforest, Australia's Vanishing Frogs, Freshwater Turtles of the Kimberley, Melbourne'sMicrobats, Bandicoots on the Brink, Sydney's Hidden Mammals, Student Challenge, TeachLive, ClimateWatch.
For more info: http://www.earthwatch.org/australia/

CEO

Richard Gilmore, Executive Director

Richard Gilmore joined Earthwatch in 2007 firstly as Operations and Programs Director and was appointed Executive Director the same year. After seven years working in the financial markets, Richard joined Amcor Recycling in 2001. During his five years at Amcor Richard held a number of roles, most recently as NSW Business Development Manager. The responsibilities of this role included national account management, new business, OHS&E, operations and trade practices compliance. Richard was an Earthwatch corporate Fellow in 2005 and assisted Dr Mark Huxham with the in-country establishment of Earthwatch's Sri Lankan Mangroves project in 2006. Richard is currently undertaking a Master of Environmental Management Degree at UNSW and is married with two daughters.

Board Members

• Richard Gilmore
• Philip Weickhardt
• Andrew Grant
• Mark Burgman
• Neil Byron
• Heather Campbell
• Anthea Hancocks
• Colin Gomm
• Victoria Sedwick
• Nigel Stork
• Ed Wilson

Number of Employees

13

Number of Volunteers

2

ABN

25 875 253 851

Year Established

1971

Tax Deductible

Yes

Wills and Bequests

In your will you have a rare opportunity to help Earthwatch, a not-for-profit organisation that is committed to conserving the diversity and integrity of life on Earth to meet the needs of current and future generations. By making a bequest to Earthwatch, you can play a vital part to support our long term goals in helping us address important environmental issues that affect people and the environment.  Like many other bequest supporters who have chosen to make this very special gift, you’ll be helping ensure that those who follow us will be left with a world that offers them the diversity, beauty and opportunity that we have all enjoyed.
For more info http://www.earthwatch.org/australia/get_involved/make_a_donation/bequest

 

 

General Donations

You can make a one-off donation, regular monthly or annual donations by cheque, bank deposit or transfer, or credit card which helps us save on administration expenses. Payroll deductions can be made from your pre-tax salary each pay period. Contact your employer payroll department to arrange.

For more info http://www.earthwatch.org/australia/get_involved/make_a_donation

Volunteering

Earthwatch engages people world-wide in scientific field based research volunteer expeditions. Office volunteers are also
needed from time to time and should contact the Earthwatch Australia office.
For more information: http://www.earthwatch.org/australia/expeditions/

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