The Nature Conservancy is a US-based nonprofit organization that works to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. The organization was founded in 1951 and is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia.
The Nature Conservancy works in over 70 countries around the world, with a mission to protect the natural world for its intrinsic value and for the benefits it provides to people. The organization’s work includes protecting and restoring natural habitats, managing and conserving water resources, promoting sustainable fisheries, and advancing climate solutions.
The Nature Conservancy works with governments, businesses, and communities to develop and implement conservation strategies that are tailored to local needs and contexts. The organization also conducts scientific research and analysis to better understand the ecological systems that it seeks to protect.
Some of the specific areas of focus for The Nature Conservancy include:
- Protecting and restoring forests, grasslands, and other natural habitats
- Conserving and restoring freshwater systems, including rivers, lakes, and wetlands
- Advancing sustainable fisheries practices to support healthy oceans and coastal communities
- Developing and promoting renewable energy solutions to address climate change
- Working with indigenous and local communities to promote sustainable land use practices.
Overall, The Nature Conservancy aims to create a world where nature and people thrive together, and to ensure that future generations can enjoy a healthy and vibrant planet.