Eden Project's Mission
We demonstrate and inspire positive action for the planet.
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We aim to get things done in three main ways:
We respect the natural world and demonstrate that people are part of ‒ not apart from ‒ nature
We protect wild places and enable them to thrive
We repair damaged spaces that need to be fixed
Eden co-founder Sir Tim Smit on our mission
Tim's quote
“ In the beginning the idea was very simple – let’s take a place of utter dereliction and create life in it ”
Our mission explained
Find out how we bring to life our mission through horticulture exhibits, arts and culture programmes, community initiatives and education work.
Our origins
Twenty years ago, Eden Cornwall was a sterile clay pit; today it is a living landscape full of life. See where we've come from, how we've grown, and where we're going next.
Our projects
Our growing range of projects, from local to global, aim to transform place and lives, stimulating, educating and empowering.
The people behind Eden
Meet some of the people who make Eden what it is, from gardeners to volunteers to artists. We're all united by a passion to build relationships between people and the natural world for the benefit of all living things.
Make a pledge to the planet
Small changes can make a big difference if taken up by enough people. Pick your pledge and feel inspired to make a positive change for the planet.
Our structure and funding
We are an educational charity, social enterprise and visitor attraction. Discover how we’re funded and who we partner with in order to deliver our mission.