Marking the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, we recognize that enduring conservation must actively involve people and partners linked to the natural systems we protect. This drove the creation of the Voice, Choice and Action (VCA) Framework, designed with respect for Indigenous Peoples and local communities’ connections to the natural world. The VCA aims to address deep-rooted challenges and support the visions of Indigenous and local communities that partner with TNC. Read about the VCA main strategies here: https://nature.ly/4df9yRj
The Nature Conservancy
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Arlington, VA 780,095 followers
Conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends.
About us
The Nature Conservancy is a global environmental nonprofit working to create a world where people and nature can thrive. We're proud of what we've accomplished since our founding in 1951: The Nature Conservancy has protected more than 117 million acres of land and 5,000 miles of rivers worldwide — and we operate more than 100 marine conservation projects globally. We have more than 1 million members and work in 76 countries and territories, using a collaborative approach that engages local communities, governments, the private sector, and other partners. Guided by science, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world's toughest challenges so that nature and people can thrive together. We are tackling climate change, conserving lands, waters and oceans at an unprecedented scale, providing food and water sustainably and helping make cities more sustainable. Learn more about The Nature Conservancy at https://www.nature.org/aboutus.
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https://www.nature.org/
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- 1951
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This is the first time groundwater-dependent ecosystems in dryland regions have been mapped on a global scale. As climate change and human water useage rapidly deplete water resources, this map reveals that over half of these ecosystems are in areas suffering significant groundwater loss, putting them at risk. Click here to learn more: https://nature.ly/4chYp0A
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NEW PARTNERSHIP: the Tribal Buffalo Lifeways Collaboration is set to create lasting change and return buffalo to Tribal lands at an unprecedented scale. This historic collaboration between the InterTribal Buffalo Council, Native Americans in Philanthropy, The Nature Conservancy and World Wildlife Fund will support cultural preservation and restoration of buffalo lifeways. Learn more: https://nature.ly/4dvbRiL
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I'm happy to announce that Frank Rijsberman will be joining The Nature Conservancy as our new Global Head of Policy and Public Funding! Frank brings over 20 years of experience leading international organizations focused on sustainability and the climate crisis. Most recently, he has served as the Director General of the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), where he led GGGI's partnership with 70+ Member States and countries to help them develop and implement climate and sustainability policies. Join me in welcoming Frank to TNC! https://lnkd.in/e3ZpSkVe
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The Central Highlands Ecoregion Foodscape (CHEF) program is all about sustainable living in Kenya's Central Highlands. From diverse crops to smart water use, it's amazing how these efforts shape a healthier environment and stronger communities. 🍅🥬💧 Learn more about CHEF here: https://nature.ly/3LRsXM3 📸: Roshni Lodhia Micro Enterprise Support Programme Trust (MESPT), CABI, Syngenta Foundation for Sustainable Agriculture, CGIAR Excellence in Agronomy Initiative, Keitt Exporters Limited, Centre for Training and integrated Research in ASAL Development (CETRAD)
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When a former copper mine in Strafford, Vermont was leaching toxic metals and chemicals into the local river, the town’s residents partnered with the USEPA to clean up the site, stabilize the mine’s dam and build a wetland that would protect the surrounding environment from mine waste. A decade later, the town took another giant leap, voting to develop a new solar project on the former mine site. The Elizabeth Mine Solar Project came online in 2016 and was soon generating 5 megawatts of energy - enough to power every home in Strafford. This project shows that when we site solar energy on lands that are already industrialized and degraded we can maximize benefits for people and minimize impacts on nature. Learn more about this project here: https://nature.ly/3ypMrEk 📸: StoryWorkz
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Amphibians play a crucial role in our ecosystems as indicator species for environmental health. Sadly, over 40% of the planet’s toads, frogs, salamanders and caecilians are now on the brink of extinction, primarily due to habitat loss from human activity, climate change and disease. Fortunately, local solutions are emerging to address this crisis. Communities are building crossings to help amphibians safely move between habitats, allowing them to cross highways and find optimal living conditions. Click here to learn more about these efforts and how they’re making a difference: https://nature.ly/3SxfGfp
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🌎 The science is clear: we must act now to halt catastrophic climate change and biodiversity loss. Our actions between now and 2030 will determine whether we can limit warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius—the level needed to avoid the worst impacts of climate change. At The Nature Conservancy, we leverage decades of experience and collaboration. Working with partners, communities and decision-makers globally, we aim to conserve enough land and water to curb species loss and protect people from the disastrous effects of these crises. Click below to learn about our 2030 goals and how you can get involved. Let’s create a sustainable future together.
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Hurricane Katrina wreaked havoc on the aging levee system in Metairie, Louisiana, destroying what was once a thriving lakefront that supported the local community and animals, such as shrimp and crab. From the day she took office, councilwoman Jennifer Van Vrancken vowed to revive the waterfront. Now, aided by the Inflation Reduction Act and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, construction is underway to restore a mile-long wetland that will beckon not only families but also birds, fish and other wildlife looking for a safe place to call home.
A Living Shoreline: Bringing the Marsh Back Home
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How can you join us in celebrating Colorado River Day today? 💧 Take a few minutes to learn about the incredible wildlife that depend on healthy, flowing rivers across the basin, like migratory birds, endangered fish, and large mammals. 🐟 To sustain this river in the face of climate change, we must find solutions that work for both the people and the wildlife that depend on this iconic river. 🌱 Learn what you can do to help at https://nature.ly/46haDFr!