The Nature Conservancy. Protecting nature. Preserving life.™
We're working with you to make a positive impact around the world in more than 30 countries, all 50 United States and your backyard. Support our work
Pennsylvania
Explore
Read our top stories from recent years and support our efforts in 2012.
Will you make a safe and secure online gift to help protect Pennsylvania’s future?
Foreign Correspondence: The Connection Between China and the Central Appalachians
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. Learn more
Bright Ideas for Greening Energy Development
The Nature Conservancy is pioneering ways to bring its science-based and pragmatic conservation approach to the most important environmental debate of our generation—a debate that involves anyone who ever flips a light switch. See Our Bright Ideas
Saving Forests for Our Grandchildren
This generation is beginning to appreciate the value of living forests. See how trees fight climate change and support livelihoods.
Comeback Kid
Nature is resilient. Given the opportunity and a little help, it will fight its way back. This is South Mountain’s story
The Energy Equation
Conservancy scientists are conducting research to better understand how energy development could transform Pennsylvania’s forests and waters. Discover how we’re powering up our conservation efforts
Down the River
From its headwaters in New York’s Otsego Lake, to Havre de Grace, Maryland where it feeds the Chesapeake Bay, the Susquehanna River is in a constant state of flux. Learn why this is important
Green Gift Guide Catalog
No better way to “go local” than protecting nature where you live and work! Your donation stays in Pennsylvania with this list
Vernal Pool Slideshow
The Conservancy recently restored vernal pools at its Forest Pools Preserve in hopes of rejuvenating populations of amphibians and other wildlife that depend on these temporary ponds. Take a look at vernal pools and the wildlife they support
Forests: Nature’s Water Purifier
What’s the connection between Pennsylvania’s forests and the water we drink? Forests help keep our drinking water clean long before it arrives at the water treatment plant. Read more or watch a video about how forests act as nature’s water purifiers.
Forests and Climate Change Quiz
Test your knowledge of forests and climate change in Pennsylvania with our interactive climate change quiz! Can you answer all of the following questions and get a perfect score!
Faces of Conservation
Today’s conservationist is protecting the environment at a whole new level – from preserving specific places of biologic diversity to influencing government action to determining where to make financial investments that provide lasting results for a sustainable planet. Learn through our Q&A how we are are making a difference in Pennsylvania and around the globe.
Read More
We need to act now, before it's too late. Watch the Video, Take Action
We're addressing Latin America's most pressing conservation issues. Read the Story
Share
Experience Great Places Online
Get the latest conservation updates when you sign up for our free e-newsletter.