A new study from a partnership between The Nature Conservancy and Cornell finds U.S. farmers often overestimate labor for agroecological practices like cover crops and composting. These methods boost resilience and biodiversity—so time to bust myths! 🔗Read the full study here nature.ly/4qZVjae

The Amazon River Basin hosts the world’s largest river ecosystem and a biodiversity hotspot. A new TNC report maps fisheries and monitoring efforts, revealing opportunities to support Indigenous and local communities and ensure conservation for generations! 🔗Learn more here nature.ly/3JHShXp

Drones are helping researchers protect grassland birds like bobolinks at Carpenter Ranch in Colorado. Infrared cameras spot nests without disturbing wildlife, guiding haying schedules to avoid chicks. It's a smart, low-impact way tech is advancing conservation. https://nature.ly/48W5WnQ

Illegal logging threatens the Amazon, but science offers hope. The Forest Fingerprints project is using AI and tree chemistry to trace timber origins, helping ensure forests are managed legally and sustainably. A promising step toward lasting protection. Read more here https://nature.ly/4nznZns

Environmental heat stress has significantly increased in India, driving a ~10% decline in labor capacity, with much worse projected under future warming. This highlights the urgent need for targeted adaptation strategies + climate mitigation to protect the vulnerable. New from @science.nature.org:

🌳 Restoration thinning is helping drought-stressed forests stay resilient. A five-year study found thinned ponderosa pines held more moisture, reducing stress and wildfire risk. Showing that smarter forest management can strengthen ecosystems in a changing climate. https://nature.ly/490s94l

📊 A long-term study in Cameroon shows researcher presence can help protect rainforest wildlife, but only with sustained support. As illegal hunting rises, urgent investment in field stations and community partnerships is key. 🔗Read the full study to learn more https://nature.ly/4noLsYt

Renewable energy auctions are evolving! A new TNC Europe paper shows how adding biodiversity and social criteria can boost climate, nature and community wins, just as the EU rolls out its Net-Zero Industry Act and Citizens Energy Package. A better energy future starts here. nature.ly/43zzHXZ

Washington can grow solar energy and keep farmland productive. TNC’s agrivoltaics study mapped land, modeled crop impacts, and surveyed 100+ farmers to show how clean energy and agriculture can thrive together. ☀️ 🪴 🔗 Explore the report here to learn more https://nature.ly/48ANwJi

Wildlife can thrive, even near roads. Vermont researchers tracked 8 mammal species and studied 6,000 crossings to guide smarter planning. This work supports a more connected landscape as Vermont aims to protect half its land by 2050. Want to learn more? Click here nature.ly/4olIghg

Indigenous and local communities care for Earth’s most biodiverse lands, yet they’re often excluded from conservation reporting. A study shows recognizing these stewards is key to meeting global 30x30 goals and building a more effective conservation movement. 🔗Read more here nature.ly/4h1DGCn

At Climate Week NYC, the message was clear: progress is underway. While none of us can do this alone, the number of people who are committed to tackling climate together is growing every day. Read on Mailchimp: shorturl.at/yXmnn Read on LinkedIn: shorturl.at/bssRq

Africa’s rivers and wetlands host over 3,200 freshwater fish species, vital to people and ecosystems. A new WWF-led report shows 26% are at risk of extinction. But there’s hope: science-based solutions offer a path forward. Explore the report and join the movement nature.ly/3VKg5fH

Wireless cameras and AI are helping spot invasive species fast on Santa Cruz Island, protecting fragile ecosystems before damage is done. 📷💻 With future upgrades, this tech could scale globally. A win for conservation, biosecurity and biodiversity! nature.ly/42HXOUf

Brazil’s soybean exports to China are booming, but so are emissions. A new study suggests sourcing from regions with less deforestation could cut carbon impacts. 🫘 Smarter supply chains and clearer standards can help drive sustainable trade! #ClimateAction https://nature.ly/42JVtYI

🌪️ In Belize, lianas, woody vines, may help trees survive tropical cyclones by anchoring them. As storms intensify, understanding these surprising forest dynamics is key to protecting biodiversity. 🌳 Nature’s resilience runs deep. 🔗 Learn more here https://nature.ly/4mnyyt3

Coastal ecosystems thrive when habitats like seagrass and kelp forests are connected. New research shows restoring the whole seascape, not just isolated spots, can rebuild resilience, reverse biodiversity loss and strengthen ocean health. 🌊 Let’s get to work. 🔗 Read more https://nature.ly/48m53o9

Nature holds the key to climate progress. Reforestation and agroforestry could absorb vast carbon, but barriers remain. A global review offers insights to unlock their full potential. With the right support, we can turn possibility into progress. Read more here https://nature.ly/4pqm6f5

Global investment in nature-based solutions for freshwater hit $49B in 2023 across 880+ programs. Despite global disruptions, funding remains strong led by China, the U.S., and EU. A new TNC and Forest Trends report urges scaling up to meet rising water and climate needs. https://nature.ly/460ad7T

Caribbean reefs remember. 🐟 🪸 A new study of 7,000 years of fish fossils from Panamá and the Dominican Republic shows dramatic shifts: shark remains dropped 75%, fished species shrank 22%, prey fish doubled and grew 17%. Human impact runs deep. Click to learn more https://nature.ly/3JXtxtU

The Caribbean is rising to meet climate challenges. In the Dominican Republic, communities helped shape solutions like coastal restoration and watershed reforestation. Learn how data and local voices drive action 🌊🤝 nature.ly/4ntgLSp

A new Agriculture Map from RA Capital Management and @nature.org highlights how innovation in food systems can drive climate, health, and economic resilience. With a $15 trillion footprint, agriculture is full of potential 🌽 nature.ly/3V5S9my

Bivalve aquaculture, farming oysters and mussels, boosts climate resilience by restoring coastal ecosystems, improving water quality and cycling nutrients. With 50K+ farms worldwide, blue foods are making waves for people & planet. 🦪🌊Learn more in this recent report nature.ly/3I4B61g

We are excited to announce the 2025 Cornell Atkinson/TNC joint Innovation for Impact Fund awardees! Since 2013, we've teamed up on 26 projects turning science into action, from solar-on-water to sustainable livestock and climate-smart agriculture! Learn more about the projects here nature.ly/4ngsUtL

Riparian forests in the PNW are being replanted with native trees + shrubs. A new study shows tree/shrub carbon rose 24%/yr, while soil carbon grew slower, shaped by rain. Reforesting now = long-term carbon storage + resilient ecosystems. 🌲🌧️ Click the link to learn more https://nature.ly/3HIwTAg

Tanushree Biswas of TNC Washington shares how Indigenous knowledge and Western science = powerful climate solutions. Watch how she co-creates carbon projects with local communities. 🌱🎥 www.youtube.com/watch?v=vsuZ...

🏢 Nature loss threatens supply chains and business resilience. By aligning with the Global Biodiversity Framework and National Biodiversity Strategies, companies can reduce risk, support global goals, and lead the shift toward a nature-positive economy. Click to learn more https://nature.ly/47ae9nz

Floating solar (FPV) could ease land-use conflicts in renewable energy. New research shows FPVs may balance energy needs with freshwater ecosystem priorities, but more field data is needed to understand biodiversity and recreation trade-offs. Learn more about this work here https://nature.ly/4mISebq

Over half of the world’s corals have vanished in 50 years. To help restore reefs at scale, TNC and the Coral Restoration Consortium created a science-based guide with best practices, tools, and case studies tailored to local conditions. Resilient reefs start here. 🔗 https://nature.ly/4mRosBE

In late 2024, Indigenous Elders and TNC leaders from across the Americas gathered in Chile for The Gathering for Mother Earth, sharing ancestral wisdom and healing to restore balance to land and people. A powerful bridge between Indigenous and Western knowledge. Read more: https://nature.ly/45FKgsZ

Drones are helping restore Kenya’s landscapes by spotting degraded areas, tracking wildlife, and empowering farmers with nature-based solutions, quickly and affordably. 🔗 Learn more here https://nature.ly/45IVNc5

How do we align human actions with conservation? In this new paper, IRES scholars review the use of human action theories in conservation and make recommendations. Read more: doi.org/10.1111/cobi... @science.nature.org @gundinstitute.bsky.social

Forests rely on underground fungi to grow, but these hidden networks also shape biodiversity. A global study shows how climate influences these root-fungi partnerships and forest diversity. 🔗Learn more here https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/sciadv.adt5743

Can croplands help fight climate change and feed the world? A new study says: it’s complicated. Legume cover crops show early climate benefits, but others can lower yields. Soil type matters too. The key? Locally tailored strategies that balance emissions cuts with food security. 🌾🫘

Managing our dry ponderosa pine forests in AZ from high density (left pic) to a🔥safe and💧resources friendly state (right pic- across the road) takes time, creativity, $$$, and perseverance! Our TNC team is doing incredible work near flagstaff to help our 🌲thrive! @nature.org @science.nature.org

🌱 Indigenous and local communities are vital to biodiversity but often left out of global conservation stats. New research shows legal land rights and tailored approaches are key to achieving 30×30. It’s time to center local stewards in conservation. 🔗 Read more www.nature.org/en-us/what-w...

Meet Joe Trungale, Senior Freshwater Scientist at @nature.org! From studying English lit to leading sustainable river projects across Western Canada, Joe’s journey is anything but ordinary. Watch to hear how his passion fuels real-world impact through conservation. youtu.be/o_NqzyTgUvw?...

🦐 Shrimp farms in Indonesia yield more when surrounded by mangroves. Restoring mangroves = better shrimp + stronger climate resilience. Let’s farm smarter, not harder. Learn more about this work here link.springer.com/article/10.1...

Big MPAs help protect ocean life, but many species roam beyond their borders. TNC and partners tracked 9 species in the Pacific, and now they’re expanding to migratory fish. 🐟🐠 This research could shape global ocean protection and support the 30x30 goal. onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...

Renewable Energy 🤝 Agriculture 💡"Agrivoltaics" 🐄 🫐 means building solar energy so crops and/or livestock can be grown under and between solar panels We just wrapped up a big study to understand of agrivoltaics are feasible in Washington state @science.nature.org www.nature.org/en-us/about-...

Exciting news! @nature.org and the Cornell Atkinson Center for Sustainability are funding bold, co-led projects to shape environmental policy and drive change! Selected proposals will receive up to $110,000 in funding. View the full RFP here atkinson.cornell.edu/call-for-joi...

We're surveying the aftermath of last fall’s Glendale Fire to better understand how upland and riparian restoration influence wildfire severity. Our goal? To promote durable and effective restoration strategies for sagebrush ecosystems across the West.

What a beautiful day in the field last week at Rinker Rock Creek Ranch, kicking off a new research project with ‪@uidaho.bsky.social‬ colleagues.

Hawaiʻi’s coastal wetlands are lifelines, for endangered species, for Indigenous food systems, and for climate resilience. But they’re under threat. A new study calls for a statewide monitoring program to unify data on wetland health, species trends, and restoration.

Yesterday I had the opportunity to tour the mega restoration project at AZ’s only “working” fen. Peat has been generated here for ~3000 years! The restoration strategy is “stage zero” - bringing the landscape to a level grade and letting the water do the work! #conservation @science.nature.org

When communities in Mexico run their own sawmills, deforestation drops, forests regrow, and local profits rise. 📉🌱💰 A new study shows this model boosts both livelihoods and climate goals. Learn more here: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

In Arizona, we rely on science to confront our biggest challenges—wildfires, droughts and biodiversity loss. To deliver fast, large-scale solutions that protect communities and nature, TNC pursues evidence-based strategies grounded in our research. Learn more at nature.org/scienceAZ.

🎣Small-scale fisheries in Kenya are quietly driving progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals. A new study shows varied impact across fisheries, some thriving, others needing support. Big insights from a small but vital sector. Read more here www.nature.com/articles/s44...

Agroforestry is transforming Indian farms—boosting soil health, storing carbon, and growing incomes. With the right policies and markets, it’s a win for farmers and the climate 🥕🌳🤝. Follow the link to learn more about agroforestry practices in India blog.nature.org/2025/04/02/a...

The Corn Belt feeds millions but can harm soil and water. A new study found year-round cover crops like agroforestry cut erosion and runoff, but some methods raised emissions instead. All-in-all, greener farming is possible, but not one-size-fits-all. Learn more www.frontiersin.org/journals/sus...