Finding ways to feed a growing population while protecting nature.
We can feed the planet’s growing population without destroying the nature that supports us.


Empowering Communities to Make Their Fisheries Thrive
FishPath brings scientific decision-making tools to artisanal fishing fleets across the globe.
By Julian Smith
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Conserving Land for Water Security
In Africa, The Nature Conservancy developed a pair of ambitious water funds—and has many more in the works.

Tuna Transparency Challenge
In a huge win for oceans and people, 8 Pacific Island nations committed to 100% transparency in their tuna fisheries by 2023 in a historic challenge.

2019
Improving Sustainability on Rented Farms
Landowners who are not farmers own 62% of Midwest farmland, meaning growers are leasing much of the land they farm. TNC is working with partners to help landowners and farmers work together to commit to new conservation practices, ensuring a healthier landscape for growing food and safeguarding water supplies. -Christine Griffiths

2019
Restoring Australia’s Oyster Reefs
The Nature Conservancy’s expertise is driving a bold effort in Australia to restore 60 shellfish reefs in six years. Native oyster reefs were almost wiped out in the early 20th century, but at sites such as Windara Reef, where restoration is underway, new oyster reefs are already fostering diverse marine life. -Dustin Solberg

2019
More Fish in the Sea
The rich seas of Baja California support local fishers and provide over 70% of Mexico’s commercial fishing catch, but only 1 out of 10 fisheries are managed sustainably. Over the past three years, TNC and local partners have supported 25 communities in creating no-take fish replenishment zones—allowing populations to rebound. In some of these areas, there have been 30% increases in fish biomass. -Maggie Terry

2019
New Water Funds Launching in Colombia
The Nature Conservancy and the Latin American Water Funds Partnership pioneered water funds in Latin America. The programs allow cities to fund protection of upstream water sources, such as forests and rivers, to ensure their own water security. In Colombia, thanks to a new coalition of more than 40 partners, the goal is to impact five priority watersheds by 2022. -Kim Nye

2019
Global Cooperation Protects Indonesian Fisheries
U.S. consumer demand for plate-sized, juvenile snapper is hurting fish populations in Indonesia, the world’s largest source of this valuable fish. Thanks to TNC’s efforts, 14 seafood companies have pledged to not buy immature snapper from Indonesia and instead focus on the more sustainable harvest of larger, adult snappers. -Matt Jenkins

2019
Mapping Soil Health to Track Progress on Farms
Farmers are increasingly using the latest in conservation practices to renew soil health while also protecting water quality and capturing atmospheric carbon. To accelerate the adoption of these practices and better focus assistance efforts, TNC and key agricultural partners are using publicly available satellite imagery to map soil conservation trends across large areas in the Midwest. -Christine Griffiths

2019
Belize Nearly Triples Its Marine Reserves
Belize announced a bold plan to protect nearly 12% of its waters—almost tripling its marine reserves. TNC played a key role in this effort, lending scientific insights to fishers committed to identifying critical areas for protection. By giving fish room to recover, Belize is securing healthy fisheries across the world’s second-longest reef system. -Maggie Terry

2019
Saving Nature and Expanding Agriculture
South America supplies the world with commodities like beef and soy. Seeing rising pressure to expand farm production into remote forests and grasslands—biodiversity hot spots—TNC and international agricultural partners created Agroideal.org, a powerful online decision-support tool that is proving to help industry balance growth with protection for nature in Brazil, Argentina and, soon, Paraguay. -Melisa Holman
Our Accomplishments

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Protecting Land, Oceans & Water
From the grasslands of Mongolia to the Caribbean’s reefs, we help save the world’s most critical habitats.

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Building Healthy Cities
With smart planning, science-based strategies and strong partnerships, we can make the green cities of tomorrow resilient, healthy and equitable.

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Tackling Climate Change
We’re focusing on innovative, science-based solutions that match the urgency of this crisis.
The time to innovate for nature has never been more critical.
This report demonstrates how The Nature Conservancy is answering this challenge not just within the realm of feeding the world, but across lands, rivers, oceans, climate change and cities.