If you’re looking for a cool way to contribute to a greener world, check out Earthwatch Institute’s third annual Beat the Heat Climate Change Campaign kick off in Boston this Thursday, August 13 (6:30-9:30p).

Donate an item to the silent auction, become a sponsor or simply chill out at their fabulous summer soiree.

The venue for this year’s party is the Washburn Pavilion, with striking views of the Charles River and skylines of Boston and Cambridge.

Tickets are $100/single or $175/pair in advance, or $125/each at the door.  Put on your party face and frocks — open bar, live band, food and drinks by Wolfgang Puck.

Founded in 1971, Boston-based Earthwatch Institute is currently the world’s largest environmental volunteer nonprofit organization.  With affiliate offices in the UK, Australia, and Japan, volunteers work with scientists to solve eco problems in more than 55 countries worldwide, focusing their research efforts on: climate change, endangered species and resources, marine biology and ocean conservation, and threatened traditional cultures.

Follow tweettheHeat on Twitter (they’re vying for 350 followers by Thursday).  If you’re a Facebook member, check out Beat the Heat’s event page.  Visit first wind, one of the event’s key sponsors; and learn more @ www.earthwatch.org.