Put Science and Technology to Work

Known for its vast biodiversity, the Amazon is home to thousands of endemic species—some of which researchers have yet to fully study. To deepen our understanding of the Amazon’s ecosystems and the diverse organisms that sustain its vitality, Amazon Conservation’s research hubs in the Peruvian and Bolivian Amazon provide cutting-edge technologies and resources that can […]

As we begin a new year filled with celebrations of our 25th Anniversary, this is the perfect moment to reflect on the strides we made in 2024 toward conserving and protecting the Amazon. 2024 was a year of incredible progress, collaborative action, and resilience in the face of global environmental challenges. From groundbreaking science that […]

Put Science and Technology to Work

With the end of the year coming upon us, Amazon Conservation is excited to share the discovery of a new species of sandfly identified at our Manu Biological Station in the Peruvian Amazon. This most recent scientific breakthrough reminds us of the groundbreaking research and innovation taking place in the heart of the Amazon, showcasing […]

Empower People

Amazon Conservation has an extensive history of tracking deforestation and other threats to the forest–including illegal gold mining and logging, the construction of roads, and the expanding agricultural frontier–via our real-time satellite monitoring program, Monitoring of the Andes Amazon Program (MAAP). Over the years, we have continuously expanded our scope across all 9 countries of […]

Put Science and Technology to Work

Amazon Conservation’s biological research stations have housed several studies over the past two decades and have even contributed to the discovery of various new species, such as Noble’s pygmy frog, Sabin’s glass frog, and nine new beetle species. These stations offer a gateway for students and researchers to deepen their knowledge of species, habitats, and […]

Protect Wild Places

For 25 years, we’ve been working with local partners, communities, and governments in the Amazon to provide technical support that will help strengthen sustainable land use and establish new protected areas, keeping forests intact and wildlife thriving. Through multiple analyses (including MAAP #183 and a recent carbon analysis from MAAP #213), we have shown that […]

We are constantly grateful for all the support we have received over the past two decades, which has helped move our conservation efforts forward. This support keeps the Amazon thriving and allows us to carry out our initiatives that benefit local and indigenous communities and wildlife that depend on it.  This year, we’re giving special […]

Protect Wild Places

Mark your calendars, because now we’re only a few days away from Giving Tuesday! This special day reminds people just like you of the power you hold in making a difference this holiday season. This Giving Tuesday, YOU have the opportunity to make an even greater impact on the Amazon. Since 1999, Amazon Conservation has […]

Last month, we were very grateful to be in attendance at the 16th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) in Cali, Colombia, to share our innovative conservation model with attendees, host a side event on The Power of Partnerships and Technology to Stop Illegal Gold Mining […]

Put Science and Technology to Work

In efforts to highlight key challenges and solutions to protecting the Amazon, we, along with our Peruvian sister organization Conservación Amazónica – ACCA, bring together scientists, environmental professionals, and conservation enthusiasts each year to take part in AmazonTEC: a platform to discuss the science, technology, and innovation needed to help conserve the Amazon basin.  This […]