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The National Geographic Society Breaks Fundraising Record with $122.8 Million in New Commitments
The nonprofit raises $122.8 million in 2023; the organization’s largest fundraising year to date
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Dominica Establishes World’s First Sperm Whale Reserve
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New Dive Center Opens with Support from Africa Refocused
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Four New Trustees Appointed to National Geographic Society Board of Trustees
The global nonprofit’s newest board members include the second-ever Explorer Trustee and leaders in documentary filmmaking, policy, business, energy and sustainability.
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Scientists Uncover New Marine Source of Carbon Emissions into Atmosphere, Finding Bottom Trawling Contributes to Global Warming
Landmark study finds bottom trawling responsible for injecting up to 370 million metric tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere every year; reveals trawling in East China, Baltic, North Sea and Greenland Sea have largest climate footprints. Photo by: Manu San ...
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National Geographic Society Names Kirsten Elstner and Tara Roberts Explorers in Residence
These two visionary Explorers will help expand the global nonprofit’s groundbreaking storytelling
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The Endangered Miami Tiger Beetle Becomes National Geographic Photo Ark’s 15,000th Species
National Geographic Explorer and Photo Ark founder Joel Sartore hopes the national attention for the beetle will inspire protection for endangered species across the U.S.
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Esri and National Geographic Society Launches Reimagined National Geographic MapMaker
Newly Updated Online Interactive Mapping Tool Empowers Students, Teachers and Individuals Everywhere to Explore the World Through Geography
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Dominica Establishes World’s First Sperm Whale Reserve, a Boost for Climate, Biodiversity and the Local Economy
Protecting the country’s whales sequesters as much carbon as taking 5,000 cars off the road every year – it also bolsters the local economy and paves the way for other countries to safeguard this at-risk species elsewhere. Photo by: Enric Sala/...
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New Dive Center Opens for African Storytellers, Scientists and Conservationists with Support from Africa Refocused
The Sodwana Bay Storytelling, Research and Dive Center will host NEWF Fellows participating in specialized skills labs including dive courses and cinematography workshops.
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National Geographic Photo Camp Celebrates its 20th Anniversary
Since the program’s inception in 2003, Photo Camp has provided a meaningful introduction to photography for over 3,000 young people from 44 countries.
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National Geographic Explorers Steve Winter and Sharon Guynup to Receive 2024 Eliza Scidmore Award for Outstanding Storytelling
Winter and Guynup are recognized for their two-year investigation into U.S. captive tigers
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National Geographic Society Receives Largest Gift in 135-Year History From Longtime Partner Rolex
The donation will go towards National Geographic’s Base Camp, scheduled to open in 2026.
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11 Countries Sign Declaration for Global Protection of River Dolphins by 2030
In the wake of life-threatening effects of El Niño and climate change, this declaration complements a new global coalition formed in Bogotá, Colombia that is committed to developing strategies to secure a long-term future for riverine communities in the ...
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National Geographic Society Names Nalini Nadkarni Explorer at Large
Ecologist and “Queen of the Forest Canopy” will serve as an ambassador for the global nonprofit organization
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Blue Prosperity Micronesia and National Geographic Pristine Seas Begin Marine Science Expedition in the Federated States of Micronesia
Blue Prosperity Micronesia and National Geographic Pristine Seas Begin Marine Science Expedition in the Federated States of Micronesia. Photo by: Steve Spence/National Geographic Pristine Seas
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The National Geographic Society Recognized with Two Jackson Wild Media Awards
Films produced and funded by Society received awards in the “Original Music Score” and “Short Form - Climate Stories” categories; National Geographic Explorer Hans Cosmas Ngoteya wins Rising Star award