Together, We Can Preserve North Carolina's Natural Treasures
For more than 60 years, you have helped The Nature Conservancy protect nature through conservation policy. We all share a deep connection to North Carolina's breathtaking landscapes, from the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains to the picturesque Outer Banks. With your support, let's continue to build on that legacy.
We partner with policy leaders to strengthen the connection between nature and people and to advance nature-based solutions.
Explore Our Legislative Priorities
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Increase recurring funding for the three state conservation programs (NCLWF, PARTF, and Farmland Preservation) from $61M recurring to $67 recurring.
Amend the conservation tax credit to increase the cap from $5M to $8M and extend the sunset by two years.
Amend NC present-use value statutes to reduce costs for land protection by NGOs by an estimated $300,000 per year.
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Work with NC legislative leaders to ensure smooth pass-through of federal EPA CPR Grant ($421M) to the state with $200M to TNC in a subaward.
Work with NC Governor’s Administration to finalize contract agreement on CPR Grant and get administration of grant started (NC Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources is lead state entity on the entire grant).
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$10M for nature-based flood risk reduction projects in western NC.
Increase legislative support for and provide subject matter expertise to NC DEQ on statewide flood blueprint decision-making tool.
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Download a copy to support your discussions, committee work, and budget planning. Contact information for our Government Relations Manager is included.
Policy, People + Nature Share a Vital Connection
Land connects us. It is the foundation of our existence, providing us with food, energy, and space where we build our cities and communities. Our culture and way of life are deeply connected to the natural world, reminding us that we depend on healthy lands, waters, and ecosystems. Our land flows with natural springs and rivers that produce water, supports vital wildlife corridors for endangered species, and ecosystems for marine life. It protects vulnerable coastlines and adds beauty to developed areas. Recognizing this fundamental connection, we must conserve our land in order to safeguard all we cherish for generations.
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North Carolina's Living Landscape
More than half of the carnivorous plant species in the U.S., including pitcher plants and Venus flytraps, are native to North Carolina. These plants help control insect populations and contribute to the biodiversity of their ecosystems.
How TNC Uses Land Acquisitions & Conservation Easements to Conserve North Carolina
These powerful and effective tools allow us to protect open space lands from intensive development. TNC uses land acquisition to purchase land to preserve it for conservation, agriculture, and outdoor recreation. Conservation easements offer a unique solution, allowing landowners to protect their land while continuing to live on and use their land, at the same time potentially providing them with tax benefits.
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Advocate for land conservation and help improve water quality and supply, boost resiliency against storms, and conserve diverse habitats and species. It also has economic benefits such as support for agricultural productivity and creating more opportunities for people to get outdoors and connect with nature. Investing in land conservation today ensures a healthier, more resilient environment and quality of life for all who call our state home.
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Our mission of conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends.
We see an exciting future for nature. A future filled with opportunities and possibilities. A future where nature beats the odds. Where a better tomorrow exists thanks to forests, grasslands and streams. Coral reefs and mountain ranges. Animals great and small. Our human communities. By collaborating across boundaries, borders and divides, we can manifest this a reality because together, we find a way.
How to Work Together
to Make a Difference
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Partner
Invite us to the table to collaboratively address nature loss alongside landowners, organizations, communities, and local & state government agencies.
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Policy
Develop conservation policies that reflect our shared values and goals, ensuring the protection of nature while enabling effective natural resource management strategies.
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Fund
Invest in our future by funding initiatives that encourage conservation of our lands and waters, and balance development with ecological integrity.
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Decades of Hands-on Expertise Working with Communities & Government at All Levels
Since 1951, we have shared policy recommendations and fostered a world where both people and nature thrive. As a non-partisan, evidence-based organization, we strive to advance policy solutions that support the diversity of life.
Advance Meaningful Policy for North Carolina
Thoughtful conservation policies drive meaningful statewide progress. Let’s unite to conserve nature, empower communities, and ensure lasting solutions for wildlife and biodiversity today.
Hiking Nags Head: Enjoying a colorful bend on a rainy autumn day. © Ben Herndon/Tandemstock.com
Golden Bugle: A bull elk bugling on a frigid morning in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. © Cassidy Girvin/TNC Photo Contest 2021
Blue Ridge Parkway: Views from the Blue Ridge Parkway in western North Carolina. © Dennis Oakley
Oblong-leaved sundew: Oblong-leaved sundew (Drosera intermedia) in Shaken Creek, North Carolina. © Christian Ziegler
TNC Interns: Kayaking along an oyster restoration site. © Lora Eddy
Take Action for North Carolina
Policy makes conservation possible. Every acre we preserve, every river mile restored, every habitat we save for wildlife is because of you.
Real Stories, Real Impact
Harvesting Hope: How the Farm Bill is Helping the Martin Family Sow Seeds of Change
Carrie and Erin Martin know how difficult it is to survive as a small-scale farmer. While the Farm Bill has helped them and their farm, they hope the legislation will do more to support small farms.
Understanding Water Pollution in the Cape Fear River
Creating a model that gives a better picture of water quality and how to manage pollution in the Cape Fear River basin.
Saving North Carolina’s Peatlands
The Nature Conservancy is restoring the hydrology of peatlands in coastal North Carolina to combat climate change.