The Nature Conservancy is a global environmental nonprofit working to create a world where people and nature can thrive.

Founded in the U.S. through grassroots action in 1951, The Nature Conservancy (TNC) has grown to become one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than a million members and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and over 1,000 scientists, we impact conservation in 81 countries and territories: 40 by direct conservation impact and 41 through partners.

02 Mission & Vision

Our Mission

To conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends.

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Our Vision

A world where the diversity of life thrives, and people act to conserve nature for its own sake and its ability to fulfill our needs and enrich our lives.

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04 Our 2030 Goal

We’re racing to hit these targets to help the world reverse climate change
and biodiversity loss. Together, we find the paths to make change possible

3B

Avoid or sequester 3 billion metric tons of carbon dioxide emissions annually— the same as taking 650 million cars off the road every year.

4B

Conserve 4 billion hectares of marine habitat—more than 10% of the world’s oceans—through protected areas, sustainable fishing and more.

100M

Help 100 million people at severe risk of climate-related emergencies by safeguarding habitats that protect communities.

31m

Conserve 1 million kilometers of rivers—enough to stretch 25 times around the globe—plus 30 million hectares of lakes and wetlands.

650M

Conserve 650 million hectares—a land area twice the size of India—of biodiverse habitats such as forests, grasslands and deserts.

45M

Support the leadership of 45 million people from Indigenous and local communities in stewarding their environment and securing rights.