Climate change is reshaping life at Costa Rica’s Pacuare Reserve. Rising sand temperatures skew sea turtle hatchlings toward all females, and coastal erosion threatens nesting sites. EPI students witness these impacts firsthand, joining nightly beach patrols, collecting data, and learning how science and conservation practices help protect endangered turtles.

At Pacuare Reserve, a young girl saw a leatherback turtle for the first time and discovered her scientific calling. Today, programs like EPI Costa Rica’s continue to inspire local students to protect biodiversity and become agents of change.

Third and final chapter of Ana Beatriz’s Galapagos journey—wildlife wonders, unforgettable moments, and inspiring stories that ignite a powerful call to protect this fragile paradise.

A journey of hope and loss: honoring Lonesome George, nurturing new life, and facing the challenge of plastic pollution in the Galápagos.

Exploring Galápagos with EPI: wildlife tracking, invasive species control, and kayaking reveal the archipelago’s unique natural wonders.

EPI courses combine hands-on science, field research, cultural exchange, and conservation to build skills and connect students with nature.

EPI celebrates 25 years empowering youth through science to lead conservation in a world facing urgent environmental challenges.

Pacuare Reserve isn't just about turtle conservation—it's a research hub for primates, terrestrial mammals, and the elusive agami heron.

EPI Introduces New Partnership with Toucan Ridge Ecology and Education Society (T.R.E.E.S.) for 2023 Belize Programs. The country of...

Swish. The Caribbean Sea sweeps up the beach at Pacuare Reserve as a line of gloved high school students carefully extract the last of...