Cities are growing—fast. By 2050, two-thirds of the world’s population will live in urban areas.
The actions we take over this next decade will define the planet's path over the next century. The Nature Conservancy is urgently taking on the dual threats of biodiversity loss and the climate crisis, maximizing resilience and benefits for communities. What we achieve is just as important as how. By letting science guide our focus and equity guide our execution, we can shape a better 2030 for our planet.
Urban Roots
A century ago, New York City embraced a powerful tool for improving urban life: planting trees. The city recently completed an effort to plant another million trees—this time to help tackle climate change.
Take Action for Healthy Cities
The Nature Conservancy is working around the world to demonstrate what nature can do for cities—and what cities can do for nature. Add your voice: call for natural solutions for healthy cities and volunteer to make a difference today.
How We’re Building Sustainable Cities
Building Healthy Cities
Living Melbourne: Greenprinting a Metropolis
Urban green spaces generate a multitude of benefits for cities. Now there's a guide for helping nature flourish in communities across the globe.
6 Ways Trees Benefit All of Us
No matter where you live, forests and trees use their many powers to support our lives—and all life on Earth. Their health is our health.