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Build bamboo structures, explore bamboo panel technology, restore ecosystems, and implement regenerative agriculture while immersing yourself in the vibrant communities and lush jungles of the Ecuadorian Amazon.
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THE EXPERIENCE
Live in a lodge in the Amazon rainforest with up to 30 students
Eat 3 meals per day of Ecuadorian cuisine cooked by local staff
Daily hands-on workshops and activities to learn about and directly contribute to regenerating ecosystems and communities
Participate in engineered bamboo construction technology research with VT prof. Jonas Hauptman
Topics: sustainable architecture and engineering, environmental design, natural resource management, agri-food systems, regenerative agriculture, ecology and conservation, socio-environmentalism, and more.
Learn from local field experts: bamboo master builders and architect, hydrology and soil science expert, and more
Build a bamboo structure (start to finish) to support local communities
Be surrounded by the biodiversity and beauty of the Amazonian Rainforest!!!!
This is where you’ll be staying! (click if the video doesn’t play)
Registration
If you’re ready to make memories, friends, and a difference, register for the program below!
Payment
Submit your payment today to secure your place on the 2026 Georgia Tech Summer Break program!
Meet the campus representatives making this possible!
Contact us at: gatech.regeneration@gmail.com
Isla Wearmouth
My name is Isla Wearmouth and I’m a first year Civil Engineering student at Georgia Tech! I’m from Arlington, VA and some of the things I love to do are hike, travel, play soccer, and listen to music. I have a passion for construction and I’m thrilled to get the opportunity to learn more about sustainable architecture in Ecuador. I’m looking forward to meeting new people, gaining experiences, and making memories as we grow our RFI team!
Eliana Gebreegziabhar
Hello! My name is Eliana and I am a first year architecture student at Georgia Tech. I’m from silver spring, md. I enjoy to read, draw, journal, and learn new things! I am excited to learn more about how to design using sustainable material like bamboo on the Ecuador trip.
