USA The Nature Conservancy
A global environmental nonprofit working to conserve lands and waters through science, policy, and partnerships across 83 countries and territories.
The Nature Conservancy is a global environmental nonprofit founded in 1951. The organization works to conserve lands and waters across 83 countries and territories, with a presence in the United States and on every continent. Its team includes more than a million members and a diverse staff with over 1,000 scientists.
The Conservancy's approach centers on science-based solutions, policy expertise, sustainable financing, and collaborative partnerships. Its conservation impact includes protecting more than 125 million acres of land worldwide and supporting more than 100 marine conservation projects. The organization also works to amplify local and Indigenous leadership and influences policy across the political spectrum.
By 2030, the organization has set goals to avoid or sequester 3 billion metric tons of carbon emissions annually, help 100 million people at severe risk of climate-related emergencies, conserve 650 million hectares of biodiverse habitats, and protect 4 billion hectares of marine habitat.