Our vision for the future outlines the impact we plan to achieve and the path we will follow to ensure all Georgians and the environment thrive.

 


The Georgia Conservancy is a statewide, donor-supported conservation organization. We recognize the connection between the environment, the economy and equity.

Since its founding in 1967, Georgia Conservancy and its supporters have ensured the protection and conservation of some of our state’s most precious natural places. This vital work continues to expand and evolve.


Our Vision: A Georgia where all people and the environment thrive.

Our Mission: Protecting Georgia through ecological and economic solutions for stewardship, conservation, and sustainable use of the land and its resources.

Our History: Founded in 1967, the Georgia Conservancy has a rich history of working with private citizens, business, government, and academia to protect and conserve the state's natural resources.

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How to help: Donate to the Georgia Conservancy and help support our efforts to protect Georgia's natural resources. You also may volunteer your time, attend a trip or event and receive our online newsletter. Learn more>>

 
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The integrity of natural systems – air, land, water, plants and animals – and their services have value that must be conserved and restored for present and future generations.

 

Stewardship of Georgia’s natural resources is the responsibility of every individual, organization, government, and business.

 

A healthy environment and healthy economy are vital to a thriving society.

 
 

In conserving Georgia’s natural resources, we must understand the changing climate and act accordingly.

Principled advocacy relies upon sound data and inclusive collaboration.

 
 

Our Policies


Coastal

A healthy, resilient and diverse coastal ecosystem that can endure natural and human disturbances, an economy that offers diverse options including healthy, sustainable nature-based businesses such as commercial fishing and recreation-based tourism, and responsible planning for growth and conservation of sensitive coastal lands.
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Land Use

Protection and conservation of our precious natural places, sustainable growth solutions for communities large and small, benefits for private land owners seeking to conserve their lands, maintenance of beneficial and existing conservation regulations, and a dedicated source of funding for state land conservation.
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Climate

Earth’s changing climate is one of Georgia’s most significant long-term environmental challenges. The Georgia Conservancy is committed to the development and promotion of policies and practices that lessen the adverse impacts on the environment that contribute to climate change. 
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Air Quality

Clean energy production and energy efficiency, the development and use of clean and efficient transportation alternatives and the best available stationary and mobile source pollution controls so that every county in Georgia meets federal health-based air quality standards.
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Water

Clean and abundant drinking water, diverse aquatic habitats preserved for wildlife and recreation, an integrated statewide water quality monitoring network, and a comprehensive state water management plan for the State of Georgia founded on sound science and ecological integrity.
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Energy

Efficiency and sustainability in our homes, business and transportation models and the development of clean, renewable energy developed, utilized and preferred to protect Georgia’s environment, and the health of Georgians for generations to come.
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Protect and restore Georgia’s natural systems for a sustainable future.

Position Georgia’s communities to be more resilient to ecological, demographic and economic stresses.

Create stewards and foster appreciation by connecting all Georgians to our natural resources.

Increase efficiency and effectiveness of Georgia Conservancy’s operations.

 

Get In Touch

 

Georgia Conservancy
230 Peachtree Street NW, Suite 2275
Atlanta, GA 30303
phone: 404-876-2900
fax: 404-872-9229
mail@gaconservancy.org


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