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EarthEcho International believes youth have the power to change our planet.

EarthEcho International is a nonprofit organization founded on the belief that youth have the power to change our planet. Established by siblings Philippe and Alexandra Cousteau in honor of their father Philippe Cousteau Sr., and grandfather legendary explorer Jacques-Yves Cousteau, our mission is to inspire young people worldwide to act now for a sustainable future.

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Calling all middle school teachers! Win $10,000 for your school!

The OurEcho Challenge is a STEM innovation competition that empowers U.S. middle school students to take a closer look at biodiversity in their communities. Students will first identify threats to local ecosystems and then propose solutions to help preserve, protect, or repair those natural resources.  
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10 finalist teams will join EarthEcho International in Washington, DC, where they will present their ideas to restore or protect local biodiversity. The top three teams will be awarded grants to turn their projects into a reality.


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Featured News

OurEcho Challenge Program Launch

From the majestic blue whale to the hard working honeybee, the complex web of life we call biodiversity touches every inch of our planet, including our own backyards. And now, more than ever, this life sustaining variety needs our help. EarthEcho International has launched the OurEcho Challenge, a new competition designed to engage young problem solvers in understanding, respecting and protecting the important diversity of species essential to life.

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Educator Resources

Are you a teacher who cares about our water planet and wants to inspire and encourage your students to do the same? You've come to the right place. The Water Planet Challenge will give you the information and materials you need to help your middle and high school students TAKE ACTION to protect and restore our planet's natural resources while teaching to key standards.

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Exploring the Galápagos with Celebrity Cruises

In early January, the EarthEcho team joined Celebrity Cruises on the Galápagos island of Santa Cruz to better understand how the archipelago perceives and addresses conservation.

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Learn About Products That Support EarthEcho

Help support EarthEcho by purchasing these products. A portion of the proceeds from these items benefits EarthEcho.

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