An environmental hub for the islands. This unique project has combined NGO and private sector expertise and concern for the environment, to reach out to an area sometimes overlooked by previous environmental initiatives. Costing US$ 350,000 to build and equip, the new centre houses an exhibition area, conference facilities, scientific research areas and dormitory facilities for visiting researchers. The centre will be used as an awareness area for tourists wanting to visit the islands, to house scientists and research students and as a space for lectures and workshops. In order to ensure its long term sustainability the centre also houses two separate office areas and an apartment, which are being leased out to finance the running of the centre. This centre is a base on Praslin for promoting education about the islands, island ecosystems and conservation. We want it to be a resource for Praslinois, for researchers, for tourists and anybody keen to learn more about Seychelles