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The Nature Conservancy's Washington Conservation Science Program collaborates with public & private agencies and institutions on ecological monitoring, research, conservation planning, and adaptive management to advance conservation throughout Washington State.
Featured Projects
- The Washington Coast
- The Puget Sound
- Eastern Washington
- Conservation Planning
- Collins Projects
- Climate Change
The Puget Sound
In the Puget Sound, we are answering critical conservation questions that will help us address regional scientific issues. Explore our science projects, data, and maps. Learn more
Conservation Planning
We are identifying lands & waters critical to the conservation of biodiversity. Learn more
Climate Change
We are working on new projects that model the impact of climate change on Washington biodiversity. Learn more
The Washington Coast
On the Washington Coast, we are restoring wild salmon by conserving ocean habitat, preserving vast forests and wild rivers, and promoting sustainable fisheries. Learn more
Eastern Washington
In Eastern Washington, our science projects are helping to improve the future for natural and human communities by conserving critical forests, sagelands and waters that will support wildlife and people. Learn more
Collins Projects
Promoting excellence in stewardship by supporting innovative and high-profile conservation activities that deliver on-the-ground results. Learn more
Get to know us
Sarah Hamman Sarah is the Restoration Ecologist for Washington TNC. Her work here is aimed at restoring endangered species habitat in the South Sound prairies and oak woodlands using rigorous science and careful conservation planning. She is also working… read more
Downloads
We have reorganized our reports and data sets to make it easier to find the information you need. Browse our downloads.
Featured download
Eastern Washington Wind Power Conservation Blueprint Report
This report identifies areas in eastern Washington that pose the least risk to biodiversity if developed for wind power. It provides step by step guidelines for how the analysis was completed and contains maps and tables documenting our findings.
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Collaborators
To conduct effective conservation science, we can't go at it alone. Download data and reports created with our collaborators: