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The Nature Conservancy advances policy solutions that work for people and nature in the U.S. and in countries around the world. Our policy recommendations are drawn from the hands-on experience of decades of working with people, businesses and industries, and with governments from the local, national and global levels.
Policy Work in the U.S.
In the United States, TNC advocates for federal policies that sustain the healthy natural systems that are the foundation for America's economy, security and way of life.
Explore Our Policy Work
2024 Guide for Climate and Environmental Policy Action
It's never been more important to use our voices to speak up for nature. Here's how you can be an advocate for conservation legislation this year.
Supporting the Farm Bill
TNC is teaming up with farmers, ranchers & partners across the country to promote these conservation values in the next Farm Bill, ensuring clean water, healthy lands and thriving rural communities.
Final YES for Europe's Nature Restoration Law
Media statement after the final vote of the Council of the EU on the Nature Restoration Law - the first of its kind to protect nature.
The U.S. Foundation for International Conservation Act would Protect Wildlife, Lands and Waters Around the World
The proposed legislation would establish a fund that would use U.S. government, private sector and philanthropic funding to support conservation, wildlife and Indigenous Peoples around the world.
Project Overview
Mining the Sun: Benefits of Solar Energy on Former Mine Sites
TNC’s Mining the Sun suggests that siting new energy infrastructure on degraded lands like mining sites, landfills and brownfields can cost-effectively transform these sites into clean energy hubs.
Think global, act local
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Questions? Comments?
Influencing policy decisions is critical but complicated work. Let us know if you need more information on conservation policy priorities around the globe.