Philip Price – Conservationist, Event Collaborator, and Cultural Innovator

Philip Price is an innovative leader in global event production, conservation, and cultural transformation. With over 30 years of experience as a conservation geologist, environmental scientist/engineer, filmmaker, and community organizer, Price has carved a unique path, blending expertise in science, storytelling, and activism to drive impactful change. His work centers on climate resilience, sustainability, and wildlife protection, with a particular focus on influencing culture through innovative collaborations and events.

As the founder and executive director of SavingGanesh.org, Price has become a prominent voice in Asian elephant conservation. Under his leadership, the organization has grown into a leading force for wildlife protection, leveraging partnerships with experts, government agencies, and local communities. He has built one of the largest social media communities advocating for Asian elephants and has collaborated with renowned media outlets, including the BBC and European journalists, to amplify the urgency of conservation efforts.

A 23-year participant in Burning Man, Price founded the Elephant Camp, one of the most popular and transformative installations at this culture-changing event. The camp has cultivated a unique following of some of the world’s most dynamic individuals, fostering innovative, creative methods for addressing age-old problems. This collaborative space exemplifies the power of collective imagination in tackling challenges related to sustainability, conservation, and cultural evolution.

Price has been a collaborator in producing Bhakti and Shakti Festivals, which bring together art, spirituality, and activism to inspire community action and awareness around environmental and social issues. He has also served as the lead organizer for multiple rafting trips down the Grand Canyon, which became the foundation for the documentary Colorado River, Our Stolen Treasure. These trips focused on water and ecological preservation, spotlighting the critical need for sustainable resource management.

Price’s achievements include assisting in the production of impactful documentaries such as Elephants of Paradise and My Grandfather Was a Tribal Chief, which spotlight human-wildlife conflict and environmental stewardship. These films have raised awareness across international audiences and demonstrated the critical role storytelling plays in cultural and policy shifts.

As an inventor, Price developed a patented soil remediation technology, earning recognition and funding from the EPA, DoD, and DoE. This innovation laid the foundation for his full-time commitment to conservation and cultural impact.

Collaborating with spiritual leaders, scientists, and activists, Price continues to shape initiatives that bridge cultural heritage, ecological awareness, and human connection. Whether partnering with leaders like Shyalpa Tenzin Rinpoche or the Ram Dass Foundation, or contributing to groundbreaking events, Price is uniquely equipped to influence culture and inspire global action toward a sustainable future.