Strengthening Galápagos Conservation through Inter-Institutional Cooperation and Technological Innovation
Galapagos Conservancy just delivered advanced molecular-genetics laboratory equipment to Galapagos Biosecurity and Quarantine Agency. This new technology will help biosecurity agents prevent the entry of pest species to the archipelago and reduce the illegal trafficking of indigenous species out of islands. A Galapagos Conservancy Board Member enabled the purchase of equipment for DNA sequencing through […]
Commitment to the Conservation of Galápagos’ Protected Areas
Galapagos Conservation renewed its commitment on July 18, the day Ecuador celebrates the National Day of the National System of Protected Areas. Since we were founded almost 40 years ago, Galapagos Conservancy has been committed to protecting Galapagos. We work closely with Ecuador’s authorities on the environment to protect this Natural Heritage Site for Humanity. […]
Educational Synergy for Youth and Conservation in Galápagos
Education is a key factor in environmental conservation. Galapagos Conservation believes it is important to make sure that residents of Galapagos are aware of the importance of conservation, inspire action and contribute to conservation in the community. Galapagos Conservancy has been supporting the Association of Interpretive Guides of the Galapagos National Park (AGUIPA) since 2022 […]
Galápagos Conservancy’s Board of Directors Affirms Its Commitment to the Long-Term Conservation of the Galápagos Archipelago
The Board of Directors of Galapagos Conservation (GC) toured the Galapagos Islands in order to assess the effects and progress of conservation projects that were funded and implemented by this organization. The Board of Directors of Galapagos Conservancy (GC) visited the Galapagos Islands to evaluate the progress and effects of conservation projects funded and implemented […]
Celebrating World Environment Day with Galápagos Conservancy
World Environment Day is celebrated every year on the 5th of June. This date was established by the United Nations back in 1972 to increase global awareness of the importance of protecting our ecosystems. This day encourages us to think about our everyday actions and how they impact the environment, underlining the urgency of […]
Revitalizing our Conservation Center: A Renewed Commitment with Galápagos
The Galápagos Conservancy’s Conservation Center in Puerto Ayora, Santa Cruz Island will soon undergo a thorough renovation. Since its opening in June 2022, the center has become a valuable source of information about the Galapagos, especially regarding the history and conservation efforts aimed at the most iconic species of the Galápagos, such as our giant […]