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Celebrate Earth Day: Why It Matters

MSN Causes
April 11, 2013

Our friends at the Nature Conservancy shared some images with us of the most beautiful locations worth saving, and perhaps you’ll be inspired to add one of them to your bucket list.

A Conversation With Bill McKibben

The Huffington Post
Leadership
April 10, 2013

Since joining The Nature Conservancy, & over the course of writing Nature's Fortune: How Business & Society Thrive by Investing in Nature, I've been fortunate to benefit from the perspectives and advice of many leaders of the environmental community.

The Goldman Banker Turned Environmentalist

Financial Times
Leadership
April 03, 2013

Mark Tercek had some horribly awkward mom­ents when he left Goldman Sachs to run the US environmental charity, The Nature Conservancy.

From Pets To Plates: Why More People Are Eating Guinea Pigs

NPR
April 02, 2013

Matt Miller, an Idaho-based science writer with The Nature Conservancy, says rodents & other small livestock represent a low-impact meat alternative to carbon-costly beef.

Can the World Afford Cheap Water?

Scientific American
Rivers & Lakes
March 29, 2013

More people in India have access to cellphones than to basic sanitation. Meanwhile, more than 7,000 villages in the northwestern part of the country suffer drinking water shortages as the water table in this breadbasket region continues to drop.

How to Make the Most of "Wild Wealth"

Financial Times

March 29, 2013

“Investing in nature is one of the smartest investments you can make,” says Mark Tercek, a former Goldman Sachs banker currently heading The Nature Conservancy, the world’s largest conservation organization.

House Approves Way to Pay for More Water Projects

Houston Chronicle
Rivers & Lakes
March 27, 2013

"The bill puts a focus on conservation as we make sure we have an adequate supply for growing cities, agriculture and industry," said Laura Huffman, the Texas state director of the Nature Conservancy.

Amazon’s "Invisible Flying Rivers"

BBC Future
Forests
March 27, 2013

The Amazon is famous for its mighty river. It has the largest drainage basin in the world & accounts for around one-fifth of the world's total river flow. But there is another little-known river that flies above the canopy which is just as powerful & just as important.

Nature's Silent Currency

The Huffington Post
Rivers & Lakes
March 25, 2013

Water is the silent currency that runs through the global economy. In a world of approximately seven billion people -- with three billion new consumers coming on stage by 2030 -- & over $70 trillion of global production, vast amounts of water are needed.

US Starts Massive Forest-Thinning Project

ClimateWire/Scientific American
Forests
March 22, 2013

The smell of wood-burning stoves seems to permeate this gateway to the Grand Canyon and pit stop on the legendary Route 66.

What Cities Need: Nature

Care2.com
Conservation Lands
March 21, 2013

Our world is changing—there is no doubt about it. There are seven billion people on our planet right now & over the next 60 years that number will jump to roughly nine billion. More than half of those nine billion will be living in a city.

Coral Reefs: Underwater Pharmacies

BBC Future
Oceans & Coasts
March 20, 2013

Coral reefs, often known as the “rainforests of the seas,” are one of the world's most biodiverse habitats. These kaleidoscopes of color & life cover less than 0.1% of the planet but are home to a quarter of all marine species.

Green & Clean Female Pioneers: The Nature Conservancy's Stephanie Wear

Women's Health
Oceans & Coasts
March 20, 2013

Wear is all about the water. Her top priority is keeping the world's coral reefs pristine & protected, & she travels the world making sure other scientists know the best ways to preserve the diverse life that thrives beneath the ocean's surface.

The Mystery of the Migrating Fishes: Investigating Clues for Great Lakes Conservation Efforts

NationalGeographic.com
Rivers & Lakes
March 15, 2013

The Great Lakes are the largest supply of freshwater in the world, & more than 36 million people depend on them for drinking water. As a result, monitoring & maintaining the health of the Great Lakes ecosystem is an urgent priority.

Getting Cooperation

The Nonprofit Times
March 15, 2013

The Nature Conservancy has been working to get back to where it was financially before the Great Recession, making a push to expand its audience.

Pantanal: Liquid Heart of South America

BBC Future
Rivers & Lakes
March 13, 2013

This vast habitat is the world's largest freshwater wetland - an immense, landlocked river delta covering large part of the Brazilian state of Mato Grosso do Sul and tracts of Bolivia and Paraguay.

Thomas Friedman: No to Keystone. Yes to Crazy.

New York Times
Leadership
March 09, 2013

The president could make up for Keystone by introducing into the public discourse the concept of “natural infrastructure,” argues Mark Tercek, the president & chief executive of The Nature Conservancy, & the co-author of “Nature’s Fortune: How Business and Society Thrive by Investing in Nature.”

Warming Lakes: Climate Change Threatens the Ecological Stability of Lake Tanganyika

NationalGeographic.com
Rivers & Lakes
March 07, 2013

Tropical lakes in East Africa don’t grab headlines the way polar bears do, but climate change is having an effect on them, too.

Proposed Dam Presents Economic and Environmental Challenges in Alaska

New York Times
Rivers & Lakes
March 06, 2013

At a time when large dams are being taken down, not put up, the state of Alaska is proposing to construct one of the tallest and most expensive hydroelectric dams ever built in North America.

Antarctica: Engine of Ocean Life

BBC Future
Oceans & Coasts
March 06, 2013

This high, barren, white desert is so remote and so inhospitable that no human beings have ever made it their natural home.

On the Art of Climate Change Communication

Orion Magazine
Climate Change
March 05, 2013

Can people who care about the planet’s changing climate find ways to talk about the crisis that get beyond numbers and politics?

Where's the Water of the Future? Right Here

LiveScience.com via FoxNews.com
Rivers & Lakes
March 05, 2013

Fresh water. The planet has only so much to meet the needs of a growing world population, & global warming throws more uncertainty into the mix by increasing chances of extreme weather, such as more intense droughts in some places.

6 Best Places to be a Cowboy (for a While)

CNN.com
Conservation Lands
March 05, 2013

To many, the spur-booted buckaroo in the ten-gallon hat may represent a time gone by. But the American cowboy is still alive & well -- & it's not too late to join his (or her) rangeland ranks.

To Restore Marine Life, Collaboration is Key

New York Times Room for Debate
Oceans & Coasts
March 03, 2013

A few weeks ago, I sat in a room full of New England fishers as they faced a drastic & historic change to their industry. We all knew that the reductions in catch being asked of these fishers would hurt families, communities & the local economy.

Superstorm Sandy Brings Cleaner Water to Long Island

CBSNews.com
Rivers & Lakes
February 28, 2013

Superstorm Sandy flooded homes, roads and caused billions of dollars worth of damage, but there is a little bit of silver lining.

A Tug Would Be Thrilling: Where Are the Fish?

New York Times Green
Rivers & Lakes
February 28, 2013

We carried that fishing rod for 10,000 miles on planes, taxis, buses, minivans & boats. As my family’s trip down the Mekong River progressed, I became ever more determined that it fulfill its basic function of plucking a fish out of the river.

Titantic Replica Will Have to Dodge Even More Icebergs than the Original

Grist.org
Climate Change
February 27, 2013

Clive Palmer is spending his hard-earned fortune on building a replica of the Titanic. A pretty exact replica, which, on its maiden voyage, will try to finish the journey the original Titanic started, through the icy Atlantic.

In Tourism-Dependent Caribbean, Efforts to Restore Mostly Dead Coral Reefs Increasing

Associated Press via FOXNews.com
Oceans & Coasts
February 26, 2013

Warm ocean waters have bleached out the coral. Sea urchins & plant-eating reef fish have mostly vanished, replaced by snails & worms that bore through coral skeletons.

Bird-friendly Farms Catching On in California

NationalGeographic.com
Conservation Lands
February 20, 2013

On a recent bright afternoon in late January, scattered flocks of geese, sandhill cranes, and other birds foraged for food in cornfields on Staten Island in California's Central Valley.

Coral Reefs: The Ocean’s Larder

BBC Future
Oceans & Coasts
February 20, 2013

Coral reefs are amongst the most productive areas of the ocean. Each coral contains microscopic algae within its tissue that are able to capture the energy of the Sun and convert it into food.

Pinnacles Rocks: One of California's Best-Kept Secrets

The Huffington Post
Conservation Lands
February 20, 2013

One of California's best kept secrets is blown. This is a bummer for me, since Pinnacles National Monument has been my secret for years - the secret to escaping San Francisco Bay area campground crowds and advance booking insanity.

In Indian Carcass Fields, Pollution's Impact Takes Unusual Form

CBSNews.com
February 19, 2013

In India cows are considered holy. They are not eaten, except by the Muslim and Christian minority but even then, in deference to the sentiments of the majority Hindu population, rarely so.

Florida Python Hunt Captures 68 Invasive Snakes

NationalGeographic.com
Events
February 19, 2013

It's a wrap—the 2013 Python Challenge has nabbed 68 invasive Burmese pythons in Florida, organizers say. And experts are surprised so many of the elusive giants were caught.

Black is the (Not So) New Green

Ebony
February 18, 2013

Call him Ishmael. Because, well, that's his name.

Which Species Die—or Kill—for Love?

Care2.com
Conservation Lands
February 14, 2013

We’ve all seen those beautiful penguin photos, beaks together forming a heart, on Valentine’s Day. And don’t get us wrong; we love how adorable and sweet nature can be.

Songbirds Warn of Mercury Poisoning

Discover
Conservation Lands
February 13, 2013

The loon has long been a sentinel creature for detecting mercury in our waters.

Sundarbans: Nature's Bioshield

BBC Future
Conservation Lands
February 13, 2013

Stretching along the coastline of India and Bangladesh, this complex maze of mangrove trees and waterways mark the area where land meets the sea and freshwater meets seawater.

Cuomo’s Flood Zone Plan

New York Times
Climate Change
February 12, 2013

Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo of New York has proposed a buyout program that is a significant step toward a more resilient future.

Patagonia Seeks More Sustainable Wool in Patagonia

GreenBiz.com
Partnerships
February 11, 2013

The more I learn about Patagonia Inc., the more impressed I am with the way that Yvon Chouinard and his colleagues run their business.

More Marine Protected Areas Coming Soon to the Bahamas?

NationalGeographic.com
Oceans & Coasts
February 07, 2013

Last month I had the pleasure not only of traveling among Bahamian islands, but of seeing them through the eyes of local conservation organizations.

Food and Water for Energy

Guardian.co.uk
Rivers & Lakes
February 06, 2013

Water is essential to the world's ability to grow food & produce energy. However, current policies & practices are based on a plentiful supply of this precious resource, a mindset that must change if the world is to meet the demands of its future population.

Sahara: Life-Giving Sands

BBC Future
Conservation Lands
February 06, 2013

The world’s hottest desert in the world is also one of the largest, covering an area that stretches across the North of Africa from the Red Sea in the east to the Atlantic in the west.

US Water Supply Not as Threatened as Believed, Study Finds

ScienceDaily
Rivers & Lakes
January 30, 2013

Although reports of drought conditions, water wars & restrictions have often painted a bleak picture of the nation's water availability, a new University of Florida survey finds that conditions aren't quite so bad as believed.

Enjoying Snow, While We Still Have It

New York Times
Climate Change
January 28, 2013

The snowpack out West is how we store water for the summer for half the country, & it’s disappearing. That means less summer water for cities, agriculture & recreation.

Future Disasters: 10 Lessons from Superstorm Sandy

LiveScience/Yahoo News
Climate Change
January 28, 2013

For most in the New York City area, life has returned to normal since Superstorm Sandy. Now, the city & other communities must attempt to glean lessons from the storm, as well as other disasters, & use them to plan for the future.

Climate and Economics

The Weather Channel
Climate Change
January 25, 2013

At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland and The Weather Channel Meteorologist Jim Cantore talked to The Nature Conservancy's Mark Tercek.

Milestone Looms for Farm-Raised Fish

New York Times Green
Rivers & Lakes
January 24, 2013

Sometime this year, we will quietly pass a milestone in human history: the majority of the fish we eat will be farm-raised rather than wild-caught.

For Farmers, Water-Saving Technology Offers Big Gains

Care2.com
Rivers & Lakes
January 24, 2013

Preston Jimmerson knows the life he’s chosen will not always be easy. He grows cotton and peanuts on hundreds of acres in the lower Flint River Basin in southwest Georgia.

Islands in the Sky: A New Kind of Park

Outside
Conservation Lands
January 22, 2013

Rick Cook knew he had something special when, out the corner of his eye, he saw a cloud of feathers. A peregrine falcon had just seized a small bird from the rooftop terrace that his architectural firm, built on their nearly hundred-year-old office building in Manhattan.

My Perfect Adventure: Mark Tercek

Outside
Leadership
January 21, 2013

The president & chief executive officer of The Nature Conservancy tells us about the time he ran alongside lions in Kenya, how he first became passionate about conservation & why good people skills will help us save the planet.

Obama and the Environment: What He Can Do

Men's Journal
Conservation Lands
January 18, 2013

The farm bill, first enacted in 1933 to address hunger, soil erosion, and unfair export practices, is also an important piece of land-conservation legislation.

A Gentle Giant of a Catfish Fades From Sight

New York Times Green
Rivers & Lakes
January 17, 2013

The captain leaned heavily into his pole, nudging the boat’s nose off the sandy bank. As the boat swung into the swift current of the Mekong, he scrambled back behind the wheel, the engine roared &we resumed our downstream journey toward Luang Prabang.

Urban Strategies for a Changing Country

Care2.com
Climate Change
January 17, 2013

When we talk about urban trends and demographic changes, most of us know the story— there are 315 million people living in the United States and that number continues to grow.

Hunt is On for Giant Snakes Threatening Everglades

NBC's Today Show
Events
January 13, 2013

Snake hunters are arriving in droves to take part in the “python challenge,” where for a $25 fee, serpent searchers can win a $1500 reward for catching the biggest number of the enormous Burmese pythons who are swarming the Florida Everglades.

Everglades Python Hunt Draws Hundreds

USAToday.com
Events
January 12, 2013

Andres Schabelman is not the kind of guy you expect to see roaming the Everglades in search of a giant, slithering beast that's nearly as long as a stretch limo.

$2 Billion Proposed to Ensure Water Supply

Houston Chronicle
Rivers & Lakes
January 10, 2013

A key Texas House member is proposing that the drought-plagued state invest $2 billion in new reservoirs, pipelines & other water-supply projects to satisfy the demands of its rapidly growing population.

Mekong River Journey: One Family’s Epic Adventure

Care2.com
Rivers & Lakes
January 09, 2013

The 12th longest river in the world, the mighty Mekong River supports the largest freshwater fish harvest in the world, providing the primary source of protein to more than 50 million people as it runs its course through six countries.

A Christmas Present for the Colorado River

NationalGeographic.com
Rivers & Lakes
January 05, 2013

Just days before Christmas, the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation released the results of a comprehensive study of the Colorado River basin’s water situation.

Linking Conservation and Development To Save Africa’s Largest Lake

Fast Company CoExist
Rivers & Lakes
January 03, 2013

Over-fishing. Deforestation. Sprawl. People in developing countries & their environments can sometimes appear to be at odds--but an innovative new project from the Nature Conservancy blends the two to improve people & conservation.

Rebuilding Smarter After Hurricane Sandy

Care2.com
Climate Change
January 03, 2013

On the Tuesday as Hurricane Sandy was sweeping inland, I spent an emotional day connecting with coastal communities in Connecticut that had just recovered from Tropical Storm Irene.

Four Water Resolutions for a New Year

NationalGeographic.com
Rivers & Lakes
January 02, 2013

Yes, it’s that time again – time to reflect on the year that has passed, and anticipate what could come of the year ahead.

Beyond the Myth: The Bounteous Mekong

New York Times Green
Rivers & Lakes
January 02, 2013

Seventy-two hours after leaving Cleveland, I slipped away from Christmas Eve dinner with my family, walked down a dimly lighted path & crossed a rickety bamboo bridge to an island. I knelt down & dipped my hand into the Mekong River.

Annual Bird Counts Give Scientists Climate Clues

Associated Press (via USAToday.com)
Climate Change
December 31, 2012

Armed with flashlights, recordings of bird calls, a small notebook & a stash of candy bars, scientist Rich Kostecke embarked on an annual 24-hour Christmastime count of birds along the Texas Gulf Coast.

An Environmentalist Weighs the Fallout of Flying

New York Times
Leadership
December 31, 2012

I fly a lot. And honestly, flying now is a means to an end, although I used to enjoy it. It’s not that I hate it or am paranoid. It’s just that it’s a chore.

Five Myths About Charitable Giving

WashingtonPost.com
December 27, 2012

The last few days of the year may be a time of celebration and indulgence, but it is also when many people think about helping others.

Science in Yasuni Sheds Light on Impacts of Oil Development in Amazon

NationalGeographic.com
Conservation Lands
December 26, 2012

“In the end, our society will be defined not only by what we create, but by what we refuse to destroy,” said John C. Sawhill of The Nature Conservancy.

The Latest Turns Along the Colorado River

New York Times Green
Rivers & Lakes
December 21, 2012

In its naked irreverence, the image at the Web site of Save the Colorado, an environmental group, is about as different from the public persona of Interior Secretary Ken Salazar as the damp sharp-edged sawgrass of the Everglades is from the snow-clad firs of Glacier National Park.

Exploring the Mekong’s Uncertain Future

New York Times Green
Rivers & Lakes
December 19, 2012

Picture a river that has catfish the size of bears. With a giant freshwater stingray that could blanket a king-size bed and weighs as much as a buffalo.

Nonprofits' Message: Keep Firewood Close to Home

Christian Science Monitor
December 19, 2012

What munches on wood in Pennsylvania should stay in Pennsylvania. Likewise what burrows in Oregon should stay in Oregon.

Unorthodox Conservation

The Huffington Post
December 18, 2012

The Nature Conservancy works with unlikely allies to create economically & environmentally sustainable solutions. Brian Stranko, our north & central coast regional director, explains how we develop creative approaches to complex problems to get the job done.

Atlantic Fisheries Commission Limits Menhaden Catch

Washington Post
Oceans & Coasts
December 14, 2012

There was a big fight over a little fish Friday when the board that regulates Atlantic coast fishing reached a historic vote to reduce the catch of menhaden, widely called the most important fish in the sea.

Asian Demand Drives Illegal Ivory Trade

Caixin
December 10, 2012

The Nature Conservancy lead scientist M. Sanjayan discusses conservation awareness & the challenges for conservation in China, & talks about his recent investigative report about how growing demand from China & Asia have fueled the illegal ivory trade.

How Green is Your Steak?

Discover
December 09, 2012

Which is better for the environment: Grass-fed or corn-fed cows?

Cyclone Season = Change of Plans

NationalGeographic.com
Climate Change
December 07, 2012

The Climate Challenger Voyage is a community initiative inspired by The Nature Conservancy’s Manuai Matawai, who dreamed of building a traditional long voyage canoe & sailing around the Pacific to connect communities grappling with climate change through culture & conservation.

12 Ways to Save Energy & Money This Holiday

Care2.com
December 06, 2012

The holidays are upon us again, and many of us are making efforts to green our seasonal activities. This year, as we plan festive celebrations with family & friends, how about keeping our energy usage in mind – & our carbon emissions in check?

More Land for Outdoor Education

WashingtonPost.com
Conservation Lands
December 05, 2012

More than 9,000 Arlington students every year head out to the 210-acre Arlington Outdoor Lab in Broad Run, where they learn hands-on science & the wonders of the natural world.

Endangered Coral Reefs Die as Ocean Temperatures Rise and Water Turns Acidic

PBS NewsHour
Oceans & Coasts
December 05, 2012

New reports this week show there were nearly 38 billion tons of carbon dioxide emitted around the globe last year. That, among other things, is having a very real effect in places like the Florida Keys.

The Top 10 Nature Runs in the United States

Women's Health
December 05, 2012

Hit the trail & take in the scenery with these gorgeous & inspiring runs in the great outdoors.

De-tusking Mountain Bull

The Huffington Post
Conservation Lands
December 04, 2012

How do you lose a six-ton bull elephant?

An Environmental Group Crunches the Numbers, Finds Itself Adding More Gifts

Chronicle of Philanthropy
December 02, 2012

The Nature Conservancy has been stepping up the amount it spends to raise money online: It’s been adding employees, revamping its Web site, trying to create more compelling appeals & doing all it can to measure results.

Kenya Takes Drastic Steps to Save Elephants

CBS Evening News
Conservation Lands
November 26, 2012

Mountain Bull is a six-ton living legend in Kenya. He has evaded poachers many times before. Now hunters are after him again -- for his massive tusks.

Colorado River Agreement to Help Restore Vanished Wetlands in Mexico

PRI's The World
Rivers & Lakes
November 26, 2012

The Colorado River runs 1,450 miles. It starts in Colorado, then winds its way through Utah, Arizona, Nevada, California, crosses the border into Mexico & ends at the Sea of Cortez. Or more accurately, that’s where the riverbed ends. The water stops flowing about 75 miles shy of its natural conclusion

On Xi's To-Do List: Fix China's Drinking Problem

CNN.com
Rivers & Lakes
November 23, 2012

The Chinese people love life, said China's new leader Xi Jinping, & they wish for better education, more stable jobs, better medical care -- in short, "more comfortable living conditions & a more beautiful environment."

My 8-Year-Old’s Determination to Help Dolphins

Care2.com
Oceans & Coasts
November 22, 2012

During November, in honor of Thanksgiving, it seems quite popular to engage in the “Gratitude project,” an online movement in which participants express appreciation each day for something or someone different.

President Obama's False Choice: Global Warming or the Economy?

The Huffington Post
Climate Change
November 21, 2012

President Obama answered a question about global warming, an issue many hoped to see addressed during the presidential debates-- & that represented the basis for Mayor Bloomberg's campaign endorsement. His message? A disappointing "let the band play on."

Q&A: Peter Kareiva, Chief Scientist, The Nature Conservancy

SmartPlanet.com
Leadership
November 21, 2012

At the Nature Conservancy, a non-profit that develops ecological-preservation solutions around the world, Peter Kareiva focuses on science-based approaches to conservation.

US and Mexico Sign a Deal on Sharing the Colorado River

New York Times
Rivers & Lakes
November 20, 2012

The governments of the United States & Mexico signed an agreement on Tuesday to overhaul how the two countries share & manage water from the Colorado River, which provides water to more than 33 million people in seven states & Mexico.

Ken Burns' Dust Bowl: A Cautionary Tale

The Huffington Post
Leadership
November 20, 2012

William Faulkner wrote, "History is not was, but is." Ken Burns' new documentary, The Dust Bowl, is a timely reminder of Faulkner's point.

From Supizae to Taro to Ysabel

NationalGeographic.com
Climate Change
November 20, 2012

The Climate Challenger Voyage is a community initiative inspired by The Nature Conservancy’s Manuai Matawai, who dreamed of building a traditional long voyage canoe & sailing around the Pacific to connect communities grappling with climate change through culture & conservation.

Attack of the Mutant Pupfish

Wired
Rivers & Lakes
November 19, 2012

West of Pahrump, Nevada, in a corner of the Mojave Desert a couple thousand feet above Death Valley, a warm aquifer provides a home for one of the world’s rarest animals. It’s a tiny silvery-blue fish, smaller than your pinkie toe, & in the past 50 years it has survived real-estate speculators, death threats, congressional battles & human screwups.

Bizarre, Troubling "Suds Tsunami" in Nairobi, Kenya

Grist
Rivers & Lakes
November 14, 2012

It’s not totally clear what caused these mountains of foamy buildup on a Nairobi creek, but Nature Conservancy scientist M. Sanjayan, who observed the phenomenon, suspects a combination of fertilizer runoff, sanitation waste, industrial effluent & detergent.

Have a No-Stress, No-Shopping Holiday

The Huffington Post
November 14, 2012

Tired of the stress, clutter and credit card bills that come with holiday consumerism?

Kenya: Operation Hirola - Saving Africa's Rarest Antelope

AllAfrica.com
Conservation Lands
November 14, 2012

While the world focuses on the African Union effort to oust Al Shabaab militants from Somalia, another operation is quietly plugging away along the country's southern border with Kenya.

A Tsunami of Suds

The Huffington Post
Rivers & Lakes
November 12, 2012

I have never seen anything like it. It happened the morning after the first rains of the season that recently drenched Nairobi, Kenya. I was on my way to my first appointment but halfway through my journey, not far from the Kenya Wildlife Service headquarters, when the road I was on was blocked by a wall of suds.

Nature Conservancy CEO's Reading List: Science, Mystery Novels and Meditation

The Chronicle of Philanthropy
Leadership
November 11, 2012

Mark Tercek, president and CEO of The Nature Conservancy, shares what he's reading these days.

The Next Four Years: Invest in Nature for a Stronger America

The Huffington Post
November 07, 2012

As we look ahead to the next four years, President Obama and Congress have an opportunity to show their leadership on an issue that will greatly benefit all Americans: the preservation of our country's natural heritage.

Natural Solutions Are Part of the Solution to Sandy's Challenges

The Huffington Post
Climate Change
November 06, 2012

There has been much discussion of Sandy, both of the storm's causes and its devastating impacts on people's lives, our communities, and the economy.

Sandy Shows More Cities Need To Boost Preparedness

NPR's All Things Considered
Climate Change
November 06, 2012

In the wake of superstorm Sandy, the lessons learned from flooding in New York City suggests a broader look at the readiness of U.S. coastal cities ahead of the next big storm.

The Climate Challenger Voyage: Bobo, Buka and the Solomon Islands

NationalGeographic.com
Climate Change
November 06, 2012

The Climate Challenger Voyage is a community initiative inspired by The Nature Conservancy’s Manuai Matawai.

4 Smart Ways to Rebuild After Superstorm Sandy

Christian Science Monitor
Climate Change
November 05, 2012

Early estimates of the damage from hurricane Sandy are staggering. More than 100 people lost their lives, more than a million homes & businesses are still without power on the East Coast, long lines persist at gas stations & the economic toll could reach $50 billion.

Hurricane Sandy Blew Migrating Birds Off Track

CBSNews.com
November 05, 2012

Gannets in New York Harbor, jaegers at Cape May, NJ, storm petrels on the Hudson River and even a red-billed tropicbird are just some of the rare birds sighted along the Atlantic coast after Hurricane Sandy.

Coastal Cities Seek Protections Against Superstorms

Washington Post
Climate Change
November 04, 2012

Galveston is betting on the Ike Dike, a proposed 60-mile storm gate named after the raging hurricane that walloped the island & the rest of the Houston area 4 years ago, leaving more than 70 people dead & $30 billion in damage.

A Nairobi "Suds Tsunami" and Other Water Woes

New York Times' DotEarth
Rivers & Lakes
November 03, 2012

M. Sanjayan, the lead scientist for the Nature Conservancy and a contributor to CBS News, posted this remarkable photograph on Twitter on Saturday.

Sandy Forces New York to Consider All Options in Effort to Make City Safe

Guardian.co.uk
Climate Change
November 02, 2012

The devastation wrought by Sandy is forcing New Yorkers to consider a whole host of measures – from fortress-like flood barriers to offering a buy-out to people living in flood-prone areas – to make the city safe from future storms.

Tree Grows in Arlington for Wangari

Care2.com
Forests
November 01, 2012

The roots of a Silverbell tree are slowly expanding into the soil of an Arlington, Va. garden, where it was planted in memory of Kenya’s Dr. Wangari Maathai — like so many other trees growing in Kenya, in Africa, & around the world because of her inspiration.

Last Great Hope for the Islands

National Geographic Traveler
Oceans & Coasts
November 01, 2012

With tourism in the Caribbean generating roughly $20 billion in annual revenues & supporting 2 million jobs—employing 1 out of 8 people (the Caribbean is the world’s most tourism-dependent region)—local government leaders are finally making the connection between a healthy environment & those postcard-pretty island images.

Urban Forests Make Cities More Resilient to a Changing Climate

Outside
Climate Change
October 31, 2012

The loss of life & property damage from Superstorm Sandy is still being tallied, but the catastrophe is pointing a spotlight on the need for cities to adapt to more frequent, severe storms (also referred to, in many scientific circles, as "climate change").

Experts Warn of Superstorm Era to Come

CNN.com
Climate Change
October 31, 2012

Superstorm Sandy was no freak, say experts, but rather a hint of a coming era when millions of Americans will struggle to survive killer weather.

Conservationists Hope an Artificial Bat Cave Will Stave Off a Deadly Fungus

Washington Post
Conservation Lands
October 29, 2012

Just in time for Halloween, the world’s first artificial bat cave is expecting the arrival of its first winged visitors. The nearly 80-foot-long concrete chamber was built to protect bats against white nose syndrome, a disease named for a white fungus that infects the skin of the muzzle, ears & wings of hibernating bats.

Hurricane Sandy Poses Environmental Threat to Chesapeake Bay

Washington Post
Oceans & Coasts
October 27, 2012

More than a hundred million tons of dirty sediment mixed with tree limbs & junk float behind the Conowingo Dam, & Hurricane Sandy, a giant faucet nicknamed “Frankenstorm,” could send it pouring into the Chesapeake Bay.

The Climate Challenger Voyage: The Journey Begins

NationalGeographic.com
Climate Change
October 26, 2012

The Climate Challenger Voyage is a community initiative inspired by The Nature Conservancy‘s Manuai Matawai, who dreamed of building a traditional long voyage canoe & sailing around the Pacific to connect communities grappling with climate change through culture & conservation.

Scientists Build Cave to Help Save Bats

CBS News
Conservation Lands
October 25, 2012

Bats tend to get a bad rap around Halloween, but farmers love them because they feast on some of the pests that destroy crops. But now, a mysterious fungus is killing the bats by the millions.

Can We Protect 10% of the Oceans? Momentum is Growing

Christian Science Monitor
Oceans & Coasts
October 25, 2012

Efforts to set aside conservation zones in the world's oceans are picking up steam, putting countries on a path to reach an international goal of setting aside 10 percent of coastal & marine waters as marine-protected areas by 2020.

Do You Know Your Drinking Water?

The Huffington Post
Rivers & Lakes
October 22, 2012

Stand at your kitchen sink & fill up a glass of water from the tap. Can you guess where that water comes from? Or how far it traveled to get to your tap? What about how adequately -- or not -- the land at the source is protected?

Portugal. The Man Makes Pitch for Nature Conservancy in "All Your Light"

RollingStone.com
October 19, 2012

Portugal. The Man is one of a handful of artists to team up with the Nature Conservancy for their new All Hands On Earth campaign, which hopes to inspire fans to protect the environment.

Water Conservation: The Tyranny of “Or”

Care2.com
Rivers & Lakes
October 18, 2012

I’ve spent the last 20 years in public service, with the last four in conservation, leading The Nature Conservancy in Texas.

A Bolder Clean Water Act for the Next 40 Years

NationalGeographic.com
Rivers & Lakes
October 17, 2012

As game-changing laws go, the 1972 U.S. Clean Water Act ranks high.

Where Does Your Water Come From? (Hint: Nature)

The Huffington Post
Rivers & Lakes
October 12, 2012

Do you know where your water comes from? Don't say "the tap" -- though that's what I usually hear when I ask -- nor am I looking for "the supermarket."

Plan to Streamline Solar Development in West OK'd

Associated Press via US News & World Report
Conservation Lands
October 12, 2012

Federal officials on Friday approved a plan that sets aside 285,000 acres of public land for the development of large-scale solar power plants, cementing a new government approach to renewable energy development in the West.

A Barrier for South Texas Wildlife

New York Times Green
October 04, 2012

A line of 18-foot-high steel posts spaced four inches apart flank the entrance of part of one of the most biodiverse ecosystems in the United States, & one of the most endangered.

Desert Rockers Team Up With The Nature Conservancy In New Video

NationalGeographic.com
October 03, 2012

This week we're proud to present a very special video from one of the most iconic groups in world music today, Tuareg desert rockers Tinariwen, who've teamed up with The Nature Conservancy to promote their All Hands On Earth music campaign.

Glen Hansard Sings for The Nature Conservancy

BoingBoing
October 03, 2012

The Nature Conservancy is collaborating with some excellent musicians & filmmakers to raise awareness of environmental issues.

The Quickest, Easiest Way to Save Water

Care2.com
Rivers & Lakes
September 27, 2012

I admit it: I’m kind of obsessed with saving water. Not only have I done everything possible at home (low-flow toilets, showerhead, washer/dryer, dishwasher, etc.), I even stealthily installed a faucet aerator in the bathroom of a favorite restaurant.

Burning a Forest to Save It

New York Times Green
Forests
September 26, 2012

Controlled burning of grasslands and forests has been used for thousands of years to stimulate plant germination, replenish the ground with valuable nutrients, thin out trees & burn dry pine needles and tree limbs on the ground.

River Festival Offers Learning, Fun

Arizona Republic
Oceans & Coasts
September 26, 2012

Spending time in the outdoors can be a way to goof off. But it can also be a great way to learn. Verde River Day, a festival of educational exhibits and hands-on activities in central Arizona, will offer kids and adults a chance to do both.

Visualizing Water

NationalGeographic.com
Rivers & Lakes
September 25, 2012

In a poll taken last year, The Nature Conservancy found that 77% of Americans have absolutely no idea where their water comes from.

Ancient Knowledge, Modern Journey in Wild Canada

NationalGeographic.com
September 24, 2012

The Thelon Game Sanctuary in northeastern Canada is North America’s largest and most remote wildlife refuge, but it is not without a human history as well.

Punt Now, Pay Later: Why Congress Should Pass the Farm Bill Now

The Huffington Post
Conservation Lands
September 21, 2012

To some, farmers and conservationists may seem like unlikely allies. But last week, hundreds of representatives from farm and conservation organizations rallied together on Capitol Hill.

After a Year on a Hilltop, Balancing the Books

New York Times Green
September 19, 2012

It’s been six weeks since we returned to the New Jersey suburbs after living for a year in an off-the-grid cabin in the woods of Maine. Was it worth it?

Man-Made Cave Built To Shelter Bats From Infection

NPR's All Things Considered
September 20, 2012

A man-made bat cave in Tennessee is looking for tenants. An hour northwest of Nashville, the artificial cave is built to give thousands of bats a haven from a devastating infection called white-nose syndrome.

Another Way to Help Your Favorite Charity: Lend It Money

Chronicle of Philanthropy via Christian Science Monitor

September 18, 2012

Since April, the Nature Conservancy has secured more than $16 million with the Conservation Note, a new investment program that will return an interest rate of up to 2 percent to the charity’s supporters.

Artificial Bat Cave Built to Combat Killer Disease

Associated Press via US News & World Report
September 14, 2012

Conservationists have built an artificial bat cave deep in the Tennessee woods to see if it can be a blueprint for saving bats who are dying by the millions from a fungus spreading across North America.

Teens Connect with Nature on California Island

Voice of America
September 07, 2012

Students around the United States have been getting in touch with nature in a program run by the group The Nature Conservancy.

Canine Conservationists on the Move

New York Times Green
September 05, 2012

Wildlife conservationists have found a way to capitalize on their high energy, enlisting canines to track threatened species and thereby help protect ecosystems.

Working with Companies to Conserve the Environment

CBS This Morning
Leadership
September 03, 2012

The CEO of The Nature Conservancy, Mark Tercek, is working with major, multinational corporations like Dow Chemical to help them understand how protecting nature affects their bottom line.

Genetically Modified Pet Fish Worries Florida Environmentalists

Washington Post
Oceans & Coasts
September 03, 2012

Since Yorktown Technologies first sold its genetically modified pet — the GloFish — in 2003, the fluorescent fish, an altered variety of zebra fish, has become a popular aquarium item, with millions sold in various neon hues.

Packing Trash-Free Lunches

Care2.com
August 30, 2012

There’s a running joke that nothing gets thrown away in our family.

Wind Wildlife Mapping Tool Now Includes Critical Habitat for Endangered Species in US

Treehugger
Conservation Lands
August 24, 2012

Thanks to the efforts of AWWI & the Nature Conservancy, the AWWI's Landscape Assessment Tool now includes data overlays of critical habitat for 225 endangered species.

Marine Species at Risk Unless Drastic Protection Policies Put in Place

ScienceDaily
Oceans & Coasts
August 20, 2012

Many marine species will be harmed or won't survive if the levels of carbon dioxide continue to increase.

7th Annual Nature Conservancy Photography Contest

About.com
Events
August 18, 2012

Just like the summer, The Nature Conservancy's 2012 Digital Photo Contest will soon be coming to a close, September 16, 2012.

Dr Pepper Snapple Injects $1 million Into Preserving Watersheds It Relies On For Its Products

AP via Dallas Morning News
Rivers & Lakes
August 18, 2012

Fifty miles outside Houston, the nation’s fourth-largest city, is a massive field of waist-high grass, buzzing bees & palm-size butterflies, just waiting to be ripped up by an entrepreneur.

Addressing Our Looming Climate Bankruptcy

Care2.com
Climate Change
August 16, 2012

Just as unsustainable debts, freewheeling lending practices and ignored financial warnings led up to the economic meltdown of 2008, so too as a nation we have ignored warnings of climate change’s impacts.

Young Blacks in Science: The Glass Ceiling Shattered

EBONY
August 14, 2012

Employment statistics show that environmental science jobs are expected to grow by 25 percent by 2016, but how many of the future environmental scientist will by young men & women of color?

Climate Change Turns into Money Problems for Florida Keys

Climatewire via Scientific American
Climate Change
August 14, 2012

In Chris Bergh's neighborhood, the difference between no man's land and lush forest is a five-minute walk.

Biggest Burmese Python Found in Florida—17.7 Feet, 87 Eggs

NationalGeographic.com
August 14, 2012

Florida has a new attraction—a 17.7-foot-long (5.4-meter-long) Burmese python, the biggest snake of that species ever found in the southeastern U.S. state, scientists say.

Rebirth of a Wetland: Emiquon Restoration Receives International Recognition

The Huffington Post
Conservation Lands
August 10, 2012

I first visited the Emiquon Preserve in Illinois a few years ago -- not long after The Nature Conservancy and its partners had begun restoring nearly 7,000 acres of wetlands here.

Travelwise: The Planet’s Pristine Waters

BBC Travel
Rivers & Lakes
August 10, 2012

Travel writers often describe beautiful places as having “pristine”, “pure”, “crystal clear” waters. But which bodies of water are truly the cleanest & the clearest? Where in the world do breath-taking aesthetics reflect the science of “pristine”?

Dam Shows Flaws in China's Economic Model

APM Marketplace
Rivers & Lakes
August 09, 2012

Scientists say the Chinese Paddlefish has lived on Earth for more than a hundred million years. It survived an asteroid impact thought to have killed off the dinosaurs. It lived through the Ice Age. Nothing, it seemed, could kill this animal.

Shark Week at 25: Discovery Seeks to Keep Fest Relevant, Builds Conservation Ties

Washington Post
Oceans & Coasts
August 09, 2012

On Sunday night, millions of viewers across the country will tune in to what has become an annual ritual of summer television, a combination of fear & morbid fascination: Discovery Channel ’s Shark Week.

LEAF Program: Inspiring Youth in Nature

Care2.com
August 09, 2012

This summer, urban high school students from across the country are getting their first taste of the great outdoors as part of The Nature Conservancy’s Leaders in Environmental Action for the Future (LEAF) program.

Beverage Companies Pay Millions to Conserve Water

AP via MSN Money
Rivers & Lakes
August 08, 2012

Fifty miles outside the nation's fourth-largest city is a massive field of waist-high grass, buzzing bees and palm-size butterflies, just waiting to be ripped up by an entrepreneur.

Swath of the Adirondacks Gains Protection

NYTimes.com
Conservation Lands
August 07, 2012

As anticipated, the state of New York has bought a huge chunk of the Adirondacks and plans to open the land to the public for recreational use.

Drought Curbs Tourism as Boat Docks Stand on Dry Ground in Texas

Bloomberg.com
Rivers & Lakes
August 07, 2012

Matt Nicotra held his metal measuring stick aloft as he waded into Colorado’s Bear Creek, high in the Rockies. He charted how a rainstorm affected this South Platte River tributary, which for most of the spring & summer ran six times below its historical median.

How Photography Helps Save Nature

Care2.com
August 02, 2012

Chris Helzer is a grasslands ecologist working for The Nature Conservancy in Nebraska. He’s also an accomplished photographer.

Kyle Howard's Top Five Movies That Will Make You Want to Get Outdoors!

The Huffington Post
July 30, 2012

Blockbuster movie season is in full swing & it's the perfect time to highlight nature on the big screen!

Program Shapes the New Faces of Conservation

NYTimes.com
July 30, 2012

Joshua McCloud had never put his feet in the ocean. But here he was on a hot Southern afternoon, a shy 16-year-old from Atlanta with a love of science finally experiencing the wonders of the sea.

Is Your Relationship with Trees on the Rocks?

Care2.com
Forests
July 26, 2012

Given my work for a global conservation organization and my residence in a neighborhood filled with massive oaks, maples and hickories, it shouldn’t be surprising that my family and I are fond of trees.

At Last, Scientists Provide Photographic Evidence of Sneezing Monkeys

Christian Science Monitor
July 26, 2012

A group of monkeys whose nostrils are so upturned they are said to sneeze audibly when it rains has been discovered in China, say researchers, who have now snapped the first photographic evidence of the snub-nosed monkeys there.

First Photo Evidence of Snub-Nosed Monkey Species in China

ScienceDaily
July 26, 2012

Chinese researchers have published the first evidence that a population of the recently discovered snub-nosed monkey, Rhinopithecus Strykeri, live in China.

Nature Conservancy LEAF Program

The Huffington Post
July 24, 2012

Growing up in the hectic city of Accra, Ghana, I always looked forward to visiting my grandfather in his remote village. It was the only time I got the chance to work with my grandfather on his farm. I believe it was then and there that my interest in the environment was sparked.

Macy’s Deal Yields $3 Million in 3 Weeks for Nature Conservancy

The Chronicle of Philanthropy
Partnerships
July 24, 2012

Many charities are finding it harder to raise money from corporations these days, but the Nature Conservancy isn’t one of them.

Aggressive Fire Suppression Leaves West a Tinderbox, Making Megafires Worse

CBS Evening News
Conservation Lands
July 19, 2012

Dry conditions are dangerous in this season of devastating wildfires. Twenty-one large fires are burning across the West. None are as bad as the recent Waldo Canyon fire in Colorado, which left two people dead and burned 346 homes.

5 Nature Books for Your Summer Vacation

Care2.com
July 19, 2012

Looking for a good book to hit the beach with this summer? Staff at The Nature Conservancy have reviewed some of the latest non-fiction releases on the environment.

$80 Million for Wetlands and Working Ranches in the Everglades

The Huffington Post
Conservation Lands
July 16, 2012

It's a good day when the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, the Chair of the President's Council on Environmental Quality, an Assistant Secretary of the Army & a top official from the Department of the Interior convene on a Nature Conservancy preserve.

Tiny Clams Have Big Role in Restocking Bay

Chicago Tribune
Oceans & Coasts
July 16, 2012

Balancing her body across a wooden plank, Lauren Puccia reaches into the floating tray & grabs a handful of gravel. She deposits her catch on another plank & begins sifting through it as if searching through change for a rare coin.

The Nature Conservancy Picked As Nonprofit Of The Year

The Huffington Post
July 16, 2012

Acquiring more new and younger donors through direct mail in combination with other channels has resulted in the 2012 Nonprofit Organization of the Year Award for The Nature Conservancy.

Asian Carp DNA Found in Year-Old Lake Erie Samples

Associated Press (via ABCNews.com)
Rivers & Lakes
July 14, 2012

Genetic material from Asian carp has been discovered in Lake Erie water samples collected nearly a year ago, officials said Friday.

Poll: 4 in 5 Americans Support Conservation

Care2.com
July 12, 2012

This July, as we celebrate the anniversary of the founding of our nation, much of the talk here in Washington continues to be (are we tired of this yet?) about how divided our country is.

The Language of Flowers

New York Times Green
July 11, 2012

There is a mug of Maine on the table in front of me. All throughout our year in the woods, I have been drawn to things that grow. In winter it was bark, lichens, mosses. Now it is the bits of color lurking underfoot as much as the bold splashes that compel my gaze.

Australia Declares Largest Indigenous Protected Area

PRI's The World
Conservation Lands
July 11, 2012

We’re looking for a vast desert where Australia has declared its largest indigenous protected area.

Indigenous Rangers to Take Charge

Sydney Morning Herald
Conservation Lands
July 11, 2012

Aboriginal people from the Tanami Desert in central Australia are celebrating after the government signed off on a conservation area the size of Portugal to be cared for by indigenous rangers.

Author Q: 4 Ounces of Fight

ChicagoTribune.com
July 09, 2012

National Book Award winner Phillip Hoose has written his 10th book, this one about a small migratory shorebird that he says "has to be among the toughest four ounces of life in the world."

Invasive Plants, Fish Threaten Great Lakes Region

USA Today
Rivers & Lakes
July 08, 2012

After Brian Griffin pulls his boat out of West Loon Lake, a couple of weeds dangle from his trailer and propeller.

How Flying Undermines Your Green Lifestyle

Care2.com
July 05, 2012

How is it possible that a vegan, car-free, green living fanatic (that’s me) has a bigger carbon footprint than the average American?

China Bans Shark Fin Soup

Financial Times
Oceans & Coasts
July 04, 2012

China will ban the serving of shark fin at official banquets in a move that environmental activists have applauded as an essential step to protecting the world’s sharks.

Study: Two Bat Species Face White-Nose Syndrome Extinction

USA Today
July 03, 2012

Bats that hibernate together may go extinct altogether, ecologists suggest, due to an ongoing fungal plague.

Florida Fights Fire With Fire

CNN
Forests
July 02, 2012

The Nature Conservancy maintains some Florida forests with fire. CNN's Rob Marciano reports.

In Kenya, Running for Nature

The Huffington Post
Leadership
June 29, 2012

In just a few days, I will be joining a group of Nature Conservancy supporters, including endurance running champion Scott Jurek, to run a race on a nature reserve located within Kenya's northern rangelands.

Climate Change: A Parent’s Worst Nightmare?

Care2.com
Climate Change
June 28, 2012

As if parenting weren’t difficult enough, our warming planet presents additional challenges for keeping kids safe and healthy – and parents sane. Why? Quite simply, it makes it harder to reliably get kids outside.

Tsunami Debris Fears Spark Cleanup in US States

CBC News
Oceans & Coasts
June 27, 2012

Government agencies in Washington & Oregon are ramping up efforts to clean beaches littered with marine debris, as material washed out to sea during last year's tsunami in Japan reaches the Pacific coast.

What the Failure of Rio+20 Means for the Climate

Time.com
Climate Change
June 26, 2012

Expectations were extremely modest for the Rio+20 Earth Summit that ended last week—& the best thing that might be said about the conference is that it managed to clear that very low bar.

Cooperation Along the Colorado River

NationalGeographic.com
Rivers & Lakes
June 26, 2012

“Climate is always changing, but from here on out it is definitely changing,” Jonathan Overpeck told the packed room at the Aspen Environment Forum in Colorado this past weekend.

A New Satellite Tool Tracks Deforestation

New York Times Green
Forests
June 25, 2012

An international team of researchers presented a new tool at the Rio+20 sustainability conference last week: the first satellite system for monitoring deforestation across Latin America in nearly real time.

The Business View from Rio, in 3 Minutes or Less

GreenBiz.com
June 25, 2012

“I'm really heartened and enthusiastic,” said Neil Hawkins, Vice President of Sustainability and Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S) for Dow Chemical.

Alternative Commitments at Rio+20 Make Big Impact

The Huffington Post
June 24, 2012

If you've been watching any of the news coming out of the Rio+20 Earth Summit, you would not be blamed for thinking that it will ultimately fail.

Rio+20, the Unhappy Environmental Summit

Associated Press (via USNews.com)
June 23, 2012

It was hard to find a happy soul at the end of the Rio+20 environmental summit.

Rio+20: 5 Key Takeaways

Christian Science Monitor
June 22, 2012

Andrew Deutz, director of international government relations at The Nature Conservancy, says that the meetings he has attended on the sidelines of the Rio+20 showed a clear recognition on the part of governments & companies that they must invest in “natural capital.”

A Sustainable Path for Dams and Fishes

Guardian.co.uk
Rivers & Lakes
June 22, 2012

Last week, along Maine's Penobscot River, excavators emerged like brontosauruses from the forested riverbank & lumbered ponderously out on to the Great Works Dam.

Rio+20: Green Infrastructure Gets Its Day to Shine

Christian Science Monitor
June 22, 2012

Twenty years ago, world leaders gathered in Rio de Janeiro to grapple with climate change, biological diversity, & other environmental challenges. Today they are back again, but with much less fanfare.

Cash Cows, Disputes Explain UN Development Summit

Associated Press (via ABCNews.com)
Rivers & Lakes
June 21, 2012

The cash cows on Carlos Marques' farm used to be nothing but that: herds of dairy cattle that grazed the grassy, rolling hills of his property, where most of the dense tropical forest was long ago cut down for pastures & cropland.

‘We Have to Make Sure We Keep Reefs Healthy"

MSNBC.com
Oceans & Coasts
June 20, 2012

Dave Gilliam & Liz Larson Nova Southeastern University & James Byrne, The Nature Conservancy discuss the large scale environmental program that is underway in Florida’s coral reefs.

Dispatches From Rio (and Beyond): Young People Reflect on What’s Missing

DotEarth
June 20, 2012

Here’s two fresh dispatches from young people reflecting on Rio+20, the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development, which is approaching its conclusion in Rio de Janeiro in the next few days.

As Rio Summit Commences, Americans See Environment Deteriorating

Washington Post
June 20, 2012

On the eve of a major gathering to discuss the state of the planet, a Washington Post poll shows that most Americans think the world’s environment has deteriorated over the past decade, & more than 6 in 10 say humans are making the problem worse.

Rio+20: What Does Success Look Like in the Post-Copenhagen Era?

Guardian.co.uk
June 19, 2012

At the Rio Earth Summit in 1992, there was a simple grand bargain: the poor countries would clean up if the rich countries would pay up.

Food: Countries Need to Catch Up

Financial Times
Conservation Lands
June 19, 2012

With poor transport infrastructure, weak regulatory frameworks & lack of access to finance, many African farmers find it difficult to participate in global agricultural markets.

As Rio+20 Kicks Off, Locals on the Front Lines of Conservation

Christian Science Monitor
Forests
June 19, 2012

The Ache people in eastern Paraguay lived for centuries amid the lush Atlantic Forest as hunter-gatherers, but were displaced by colonists & ranchers. When loggers & livestock producers began to eye the land, offering fast profits at the end of the 1990s, most chose the money.

9 Ways Companies Can Start to Repay Their Natural Debt

GreenBiz.com
Partnerships
June 19, 2012

The "New Business Imperative" publication suggests nine ways companies can take on the task of repaying their natural debt.

Eco-Lessons from Wine

Care2.com
June 14, 2012

Can you save the environment while relaxing with friends over a glass of vino? Science’s answer to this question is a resounding, “maybe.”

New Report Puts Real Numbers Behind History of Oyster Reefs

ScienceDaily
Oceans & Coasts
June 13, 2012

In an effort to advance the field of coastal restoration, The Nature Conservancy & a team of scientists from more than a dozen management agencies and research institutions conducted an in-depth study of oyster reef area.

Dam Removal Begins on Maine’s Penobscot River to Revive Historic Salmon Runs

NationalGeographic.com
Rivers & Lakes
June 12, 2012

The dams will fall & the salmon will rise.

Historic Dam Removal to Benefit Nature and People

The Huffington Post
Rivers & Lakes
June 11, 2012

Today, work will begin on the removal of the Great Works Dam -- a 1,000-foot mass of concrete and timber along Maine's Penobscot River.

Hat Trick On The Penobscot River: Fewer Dams, Same Energy, More Fish

Forbes.com
Rivers & Lakes
June 11, 2012

Today, steel rams will start to break apart an old hydroelectric dam on Maine’s longest river, ushering in a restoration project that will keep the electricity flowing while rehabilitating some of the state’s most damaged & valuable fisheries.

More Hope for Our Oceans Than We Think

The Huffington Post
Oceans & Coasts
June 08, 2012

The oceans are the last remaining commons on our planet.

Stars in the Amazon

NationalGeographic.com
Forests
June 07, 2012

On the first night of my two-month stay in São Felix do Xingu, a remote Amazon frontier town in northern Brazil, the sheer number and brilliance of the stars in the night sky overwhelmed me.

11 Things You Didn’t Know Came From the Ocean

Care2.com
Oceans & Coasts
June 07, 2012

I encounter the ocean every day. Really, every day.

Study Identifies Natural Strongholds for Species Displaced by Climate Change

ClimateWire (via SciAm.com)
Climate Change
June 06, 2012

A diverse array of ecosystems piles into the folds and faults of central Appalachia, a chain of peaks extending through Pennsylvania, Maryland, West Virginia & Virginia.

Nature Conservancy Study Shows Appalachian Mountains To Be A Climate Change "Stronghold"

MNN.com (via The Huffington Post)
Climate Change
June 06, 2012

North America's Appalachian Mountains may be a safe haven from climate change, according to a new study by the Nature Conservancy, thanks to hardy ecosystems that can endure warmer, drier weather over time.

Rescaling Civilization: TNC Chief Scientist Peter Kareiva

NationalGeographic.com
Leadership
June 06, 2012

This week, the journal Nature published a paper by Conservancy lead scientist Peter Kareiva, Paul Ehrlich & Gretchen Daily titled "Securing Natural Capital and Expanding Equity to Rescale Civilization."

Tallgrass Prairies Extend into Georgia

Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Conservation Lands
June 05, 2012

You wouldn’t expect tallgrass prairies in Georgia, but last weekend found Georgia Botanical Society members roaming around in such habitats near Cave Spring in Floyd County.

G.(reen)O.P.?

New York Times
Leadership
June 02, 2012

In recent years, the G.O.P. base has fallen into a knee-jerk drill, baby, drill attitude that clean energy is for sissies & protecting the environment only hurts jobs, therefore, conservatism & conservation can’t mix.

Tree-Hitter Tercek Channels Goldman at Nature Conservancy

Bloomberg BusinessWeek
Leadership
May 31, 2012

On the day in May 2008 when Mark Tercek got a phone call from a headhunter informing him that he’d likely gotten the job of running the Nature Conservancy, he was so excited that he backed his Jeep Grand Cherokee into a tree.

Eating Invasives: Delicious or Dangerous?

Care2.com
May 31, 2012

Warm spring days evoke a strong memory of my grandmother. She’s hunched over the yard, seemingly picking randomly at the grass. She grips at a plant, plucks & plops it into the bucket, then moves a short distance away to resume her harvest.

Report: Endangered Species Act Works

Forbes.com
May 30, 2012

The Endangered Species Act gets a lot of flack for its budget, its long project trajectories, and its ability to hinder development planned by businesses & landowners.

Zoos Raise Money for Faraway Animals

New York Times Green
May 28, 2012

Zoo Boise, a small city zoo in Idaho, receives a lot of praise in the zoo community for its commitment to & success in raising money for conservation programs aimed only at animals in the wild— a goal many zoos aspire to but do not necessarily follow through on.

Deer Proliferation Pits Hunters vs. Hawaii

Associated Press (via AZCentral.com)
May 25, 2012

Deer can swim, but not very far. When they showed up for the first time on the Big Island of Hawaii, mystified residents wondered how they got there.

Keep Firewood Local and Protect Trees

Care2.com
Forests
May 24, 2012

Did you know that next time you go camping, you could accidentally kill thousands of trees with just a single piece of firewood?

Exuma Cays Land And Sea Park Explored By Mission Blue

The Huffington Post
Oceans & Coasts
May 24, 2012

Created in 1958, the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park was the first of its kind in the world and is famous for it's pristine beauty, outstanding anchorages & breathtaking marine environment.

Conservation Lessons of the Dust Bowl

Care2.com
May 24, 2012

This month marked the anniversary of one of the worst man-made disasters ever to hit the United States.

An Amazon Leader on the Frontier

NationalGeographic.com
Forests
May 23, 2012

Films and histories about the American West have always relied heavily on the macho-cowboy image to romanticize the danger & adventure of our frontier days. But, this is 2012, & I’m on the Amazon frontier – where women are increasingly stealing the show.

Can Soil Sensors Save Georgia Waterways from Drought?

Scientific American
Rivers & Lakes
May 22, 2012

An innovative effort would embed sensors in agricultural fields in a bid to cut down on irrigation--saving farmers money & preserving water for endangered species.

Charting a New Environmental Course in China

Mongabay.com
Leadership
May 21, 2012

The Nature Conservancy has taken an active interest in China, the world's most populated nation, & in many important ways, a critical center of global development.

Assessing the Risk of Climate Change

CBS News
Climate Change
May 19, 2012

The past 12 months were the hottest on record, and forecasters are predicting high temperatures across the US this summer. Science & environment contributor M. Sanjayan explains the risk of climate change.

Japan Tsunami Debris: Toxicity Main US Concern

CBS News
Oceans & Coasts
May 18, 2012

Japan's tsunami last year sent an estimated five tons of debris into the Pacific Ocean. Experts say roughly a ton-&-a-half of debris is still afloat, heading toward Western US shores. Some has already washed up in Alaska.

10 Childlike Ways to Connect with Nature

Care2.com
May 17, 2012

A small footpath parallels Coal Creek near my home in Lafayette, Colorado. There’s not much to the creek– born at 9,000 feet above sea level, it meanders through pine & spruce forest, across grasslands & through farm land, through 2 towns & ends up in the South Platte River northwest of Denver.

Our Most Endangered River? In the Shadow of the Capital

The Huffington Post
Rivers & Lakes
May 16, 2012

American Rivers released its annual America's Most Endangered Rivers report. On the list, there are rivers under threat from natural gas development, the construction of new dams & reservoirs, mountaintop removal for coal mining, & excessive water withdrawals.

One Man’s Vision: How Ranching in the Amazon Can Become a Forest-Friendly Model to the World

NationalGeographic.com
Forests
May 15, 2012

I was recently able to catch up with Wilton Batista, president of the Rancher’s Union in São Felix. I wanted to get the rancher’s perspective to a previous conversation I had with Luis Araujo, the Environmental Secretary of SFX about stopping illegal deforestation in the Amazon.

Why Maple Syrup is in Danger

Care2.com
Forests
May 10, 2012

Most people know that America’s forests clean our air and provide water (for example, half the nation’s water supply comes from forests). But besides these life-giving services, healthy forests also allow Americans to make a living.

Saving a River, One Farm at a Time

NationalGeographic.com
Rivers & Lakes
May 07, 2012

David Reckford sees the beauty and the good in all things. With the eyes of a trained landscape architect, he peers down from our small plane flying over the Flint River in southwestern Georgia & marvels at the patchwork landscape.

Growing Healthy Food on Healthy Farms

The Huffington Post
Conservation Lands
May 07, 2012

Growing our food in the dirt in the open air, as we've been doing since the dawn of agriculture, comes with some risks. They're rare, but they're there.

California Ranches Where Cattle and Wildlife Coexist

Los Angeles Times
Conservation Lands
May 05, 2012

A new land ethic is taking root on 31,900 acres north of Los Angeles managed by an alliance of environmentalists & cattlemen who want to preserve ranching as a way of life while also protecting mountain lions, black bears, golden eagles & other wildlife.

Have You Friended Your Favorite Cause?

NPR.org
May 04, 2012

Hours after Facebook put out a call Tuesday for its users to register as organ donors, 6,000 people had already signed up. That's more than 15 times the number of people who normally register each day, according to Donate Life America.

Tips for More Eco-Friendly Clothing

Care2.com
May 03, 2012

Finding “eco-friendly” clothing can be tough, especially trying to sort out which of the many “green” claims on labels hold up. For consumers looking to make greener clothing choices, there’s some good news & bad news.

Up Close with the Birds of Millennium Park

Chicago Tribune
May 02, 2012

There was a sudden squawk from somewhere behind us. We swiveled our heads to see what species had made it.

Native Amazon Peoples Helping to Make Forest-Friendly Growth More than “Just Another Wish”

NationalGeographic.com
Forests
May 01, 2012

I watched in awe as boats carrying over 3,000 indigenous people from Kayapo villages descended on São Felix do Xingu. As the boats began to round the bend to the dock, I could hear their forceful chanting accompanied by the beating of staffs on floorboards.

Flooding Disperses Invasive Plant, Fish Species

Associated Press (via FOXNews.com)
Rivers & Lakes
April 29, 2012

Last year's hurricanes & flooding not only engulfed homes & carried away roads & bridges in hard-hit areas of the country, it dispersed aggressive invasive species as well.

Beetle Mania–Conserving an Endangered Insect at the St. Louis Zoo

NationalGeographic.com
Forests
April 28, 2012

The most interesting animal species on the planet often have an alias. The blue-faced booby (A.K.A. masked booby); the pygmy chimp (A.K.A. bonobo); the black-footed penguin (A.K.A. jackass penguin); & the snot otter (A.K.A. hellbender) are just a few to mention.

When Energy Isn’t Popular—Anywhere

National Journal
Conservation Lands
April 27, 2012

What do the words "banana," "cave" & "nope" have in common? To industry wonks, they are all acronyms explaining the opposition that energy projects of all stripes face.

Arbor Day: 5 Reasons to Plant the Family Tree

Christian Science Monitor
Forests
April 27, 2012

Arbor Day is celebrated annually, on the last Friday in April. Some states however, do celebrate the day on different dates, according to the Arbor Day Foundation, to coincide with the best spring “planting” time.

Arbor Day 2012: A History Of The Movement And Threats Of Deforestation

The Huffington Post
Forests
April 26, 2012

Friday, April 27 is Arbor Day in the US. The national & international celebration started many years ago. In fact, Arbor Day had already been celebrated for over 100 years by the time Earth Day came around, & it all began with a journalist.

5 Tips for Raising Globally Aware Naturalists

Care2.com
April 26, 2012

During this election season, with its constant “family values” drumbeat, I’ve been evermore conscious about that most challenging parental task of imparting values on our children, especially when their childhood context differs so much from our own.

All in a Day’s Work: Ending Illegal Deforestation in the Amazon

NationalGeographic.com
Forests
April 23, 2012

Luis Araujo is a busy man. As the Environmental Secretary of São Felix do Xingu, he’s got a lot on his plate. Yet despite the enormity of his work, he’s seeing progress, & he took the time to sit down with me and tell me about it.

Earth Day 2012: How You Can Help Save Our Planet's Resources

The Huffington Post
Events
April 22, 2012

It's the Earth's Day today, but it's our moment to look around, breathe our air in a little deeper & hug our trees a little tighter.

Earth Day 2012: This Isn't About Tree-Hugging Anymore, It's About The Way We Live

The Huffington Post
Events
April 21, 2012

Most of what I know about environmental conservation I learned from my father, who has been one of the leading minds & strategic architects of the movement for over 30 years.

This Earth Day, Let's Focus on People

Christian Science Monitor
Events
April 20, 2012

After more than 40 years of celebrating Earth Day, you’d think something would have stuck. But young Americans are less interested than ever in the environment & taking action to save nature, according to a new comprehensive study.

Fishermen Blast Premier Dive Sites Off Indonesia

Associated Press (via USNews.com)
Oceans & Coasts
April 20, 2012

Coral gardens that were among Asia's most spectacular, teeming with colorful sea life just a few months ago, have been transformed into desolate gray moonscapes by fishermen who use explosives or cyanide to kill or stun their prey.

Becoming Interested in the Environment

MSNBC - Andrea Mitchell Reports
Events
April 20, 2012

As Earth Day turns 43, events – created to bring awareness to environmental issues – are planned across the country to mark the day this weekend. M. Sanjayan, a lead scientist for the Nature Conservancy, joins Andrea Mitchell Reports to discuss.

Best Credit Cards for Going Green

FOXBusiness.com
Partnerships
April 20, 2012

When you open a new account, Bank of America donates $65 to The Nature Conservancy while charging no annual fee.

This Earth Day, Appreciate the Value of Small Actions

The Huffington Post
Events
April 20, 2012

I am usually a pretty optimistic guy, but twice a year, like clockwork, I get depressed. The first is in December, on my birthday, & the story involves my childhood, a birthday cake & a monkey that (supposedly) stole it. The other is on April 22nd, also known as Earth Day.

Help Set a World Record This Earth Day

Care2.com
Events
April 19, 2012

Have plans for Earth Day this weekend? How about trying to become a world record holder? The Nature Conservancy is celebrating Earth Day by attempting to set the world record for the largest multi-venue picnic in 24 hours — & you can be a part of it!

Doctors Develop Life-Saving Drugs from Coral Reefs

NBC Nightly News
Oceans & Coasts
April 19, 2012

The kaleidoscope of life in the coral reefs under the turquoise waters of the Florida Keys is a magnet for tourists, but it’s not just a pretty view. The same chemistry that helps corals & sponges survive is also helping people fight cancer.

In China, a Growing Call to Environmental Action

The Huffington Post
Leadership
April 18, 2012

Home to a staggering one-fifth of the world's population, China has been growing rapidly for the past three decades. This growth has come at the expense of the country's environment.

Brainstorm Green: Feeding the World Sustainably and Affordably

CNNMoney.com
Leadership
April 18, 2012

Greg Page, CEO of Cargill and Mark Tercek, CEO of The Nature Conservancy sat down for a conversation with ONE.org's Michael Elliott at the Fortune Brainstorm Green conference in Laguna Niguel, Calif.

How Will We Feed an Additional 3 Billion People?

CNNMoney.com
Leadership
April 17, 2012

Cargill CEO Greg Page says industry leaders will need to re-think the cost of water to sustainably feed the world's growing population. Could natural gas help the water pricing problem?

Who Knows What Bugs Lurk in Imported Plants?

New York Times' Green Blog
Forests
April 16, 2012

As millions of gardeners prepare for spring planting, a new study underwritten by The Nature Conservancy warns that imported nursery stock poses an increasing threat to the environment.

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