Empowering Sustainable Agriculture and Conservation in Galápagos
Galapagos Islands is a wonderland of biodiversity supported by fragile ecosystems that are under threat. Agriculture plays a crucial role in the conservation of these enchanted Islands. Galapagos Conservancy has made remarkable progress in its efforts to transform agriculture in the archipelago in order to ensure a sustainable future. Novarino Casillo: Local Champions Spotlight Novarino […]
Inspiring the Next Generation to Protect the Galápagos Islands
Maria Daza is a conservation educator who understands the Galapagos Islands as a living laboratory. She encourages the next generation to become environmentalists. Daza, who works at the Galapagos National Park Directorate, has spent decades promoting holistic development in children and environmental awareness. Daza was able to share with Santa Cruz Island Schools her passion […]
Celebrity Cruises Galápagos Fund Helps Renovate Galápagos National Park Plant Nursery
Celebrity Cruises and Galapagos Conservancy have been working together since 2006 to protect and preserve these Islands. The Celebrity Cruises Galapagos Fund has collected over $1.5 Million in contributions by Celebrity Cruises and its guests. Galapagos Conservancy, as fund administrator, recently allocated resources for comprehensive maintenance and improvements to the plant nursery located on the […]
From Shutter to Sanctuary: Protecting Galápagos with Photography
The Galapagos Islands, which are located in the Pacific Ocean, are an incredible natural wonder. They contain a wealth of life and biodiversity that is unmatched anywhere else on Earth. The Galapagos Islands are a photographer’s paradise. Diego Bermeo is a gifted photographer who lives permanently in the Islands. He understands how important it is […]
May 17th: Reflecting on Our Habits on World Recycling Day
We celebrate World Recycling Day today, an ideal opportunity to remind ourselves about the importance of properly treating waste. The destruction of ecosystems caused by human waste has made it more important to protect them globally. Recycling is not just the responsibility of environmental groups and institutions. Each of us must commit to this important […]
Galápagos Conservancy’s Guide to Recycling for a Sustainable Future
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization declared the 17th of May 2005 as International Recycling Day. This day is meant to educate the public about environmental conservation, as well as about the importance of REUSING and RECYCLING. Galapagos Conservancy has been at the forefront in promoting sustainable practices. This article explores actionable […]