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If not well planned, wind energy development could affect the quality of forests and freshwater resources in the Central Appalachians. What will this mean for people and nature?
The Central Appalachians boast one of the most biologically rich temperate broadleaf deciduous forests in the world. In fact, it’s second only to that of China’s. See How This Connection is Driving Our Work
The Conservancy is protecting nature in the face of energy development in West Virginia. Learn how
Conserving cave and karst habitats protects ground water resources and species diversity. Go underground
How will energy development affect Pennsylvania's natural areas? Learn More
Test your knowledge of forests and climate change. Take the quiz!
Sam Lindblom, fire manager for the Virginia Chapter of The Nature Conservancy, reviews a map to assess progress of a prescribed burn at Piney Grove Preserve. Piney Grove Preserve is home to Virginia's only remaining population of red-cockaded woodpecker (Picoides borealis), a species dependent on pine savanna and frequent fire. © Robert Clontz/TNC
Discover how fire gives nature a boost at Warm Springs Mountain in Virginia. Dive in!
Whether scary or exciting, nature has a way of sneaking up on you. See stories
Hear some of nature's success stories and see how nature matters to us all. Watch videos