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Celebrating the life of Phil van Haarlem

Phil van Haarlem was truly a force of nature. In celebration of his life, and to honour his time with us over the last 10 years, we have asked colleagues and friends to tell us their unique experience with Phil, whom we miss dearly.

Carlos Espinosa/CDF
Environmental Education: Inspiring Generations to Protect Galapagos and the Planet

Have you ever thought about what you could do to help nature and people live in harmony? Environmental education offers a simple yet powerful answer. It acts as a bridge that connects learning with action, inspiring us to care for our planet through small steps that, when combined, lead to significant change.

Rashid Cruz/CDF
Doña Pili's Legacy

26 Years of Commitment and Wisdom at the CDF

GalápagosVerde2050/CDF
26 Years of Vegetation Monitoring on Santa Cruz

For 26 years, scientists have returned to the misty highlands of Santa Cruz to track the impacts of the invasive quinine and of the management actions. The continuous control of invasive plants resulted in the remarkable recovery of endemic plant species, especially that of the iconic Miconia robinsoniana. This is the story of endurance, restoration, and how a long-term commitment can strengthen conservation actions to protect the Galapagos ecosystems.