Philippe Cousteau Jr.

Philippe Cousteau Jr. (born January 20, 1980) is the son of Philippe Cousteau and the grandson of Jacques-Yves Cousteau. As a member of the legendary family, Philippe is continuing the work of his father and grandfather by educating the public about environmental and conservation issues and inspiring individuals to become better stewards of the planet.

Born in Santa Monica, California [ [http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,950277,00.html?promoid=googlep Time Magazine notes birth] ] , Philippe grew up in France and the United States. In 2000, he co-founded [http://www.earthecho.org EarthEcho International] with his sister Alexandra Cousteau.

Philippe is the Chief Ocean Correspondent for Animal Planet, where he is creating a series of ocean documentary programs, including "Ocean's Deadliest," which he completed after his co-host Steve Irwin was fatally wounded during their expedition. Philippe was present when Steve Irwin was killed by a stingray wound through his heart. Through [http://www.earthecho.org EarthEcho International] , Philippe is producing several media and documentary projects, including a series of radio adventures for "Living on Earth," Public Radio International's weekly environmental program. Phillip is a very active conservationist, encouraging aspiring teenage individuals. Phillip was the keynote speaker at the 2008 [http://www.societyforscience.org/ Intel International Science and Engineering Fair] , where the very best of the best students with the best projects from all around the world try to make a difference. Phillip saw the opportunity to influence young minds, and delivered a very moving, very powerful speech.Fact|date=July 2008

Philippe has produced, directed, and written public service announcements for cable television about issues facing the environment. He served as executive producer, co-director, and writer for a documentary film on the Everglades in 2003, which reached half a million students and garnered a National Education Award nomination. He has written articles for Sport Diver Magazine US and "National Geographic" Magazine and has lectured at such institutions as The United Nations, Harvard University, and Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, as well as museums, aquariums, and numerous schools and conferences.

Philippe serves on the Boards of Directors of [http://www.mcbi.org/ Marine Conservation Biology Institute] , the Ocean Conservancy, and the [http://www.neefusa.org National Environmental Education Foundation] as well as the Honorary Board of the [http://www.evergladesfoundation.org/ Everglades Foundation] ; the Advisory Board of the [http://www.algalita.org/ Algalita Marine Research Foundation] , the [http://www.peacefilmfest.org/ Global Peace Film Festival] , the [http://www.oceanenergycouncil.com/ Ocean Energy Council] , and [http://www.oceana.org Oceana's] Ocean Council; and is a member of the Smithsonian Institution's Ocean Initiative Council.

He has previously been on the boards of the Blue Frontier Foundation, Earthpark, and the Environmental Project. He holds a Master's degree in history from the University of St. Andrews.

In 2008 his former high school, St.George's, awarded him with the Diman Cup, the highest prize for alumni.

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* [http://www.earthecho.org EarthEcho International]
* [http://zephyr.unr.edu/zephyr/community/com_mccargar_river-2.html Zephyr, April 18, 2002 – Locals help clean up Truckee – By Christopher L. McCargar] "Philippe Cousteau ... kicked off the event."
* [http://www.loe.org/shows/segments.htm?programID=06-P13-00040&segmentID=7 Living on Earth – Foresaken (sic) Mermaids] "Jacques Cousteau’s grandson, Philippe, brings us the story of the manatee’s new fight for survival in the face of development and Florida’s rising demand for water."
* [http://www.organiclifestyles.ca/april%20interview%20philippe%20cousteau.htm Organic Lifestyles – Interview with Philippe Cousteau]