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Annual Impact Report: Making Big Ideas Work
We’re pleased to announce the release of our annual impact report! This year’s digital report highlights the milestones Sustainable Conservation hit over the course of 2015. Every win for the Golden State last year was made possible by you.
Planting Right: Science-based, Industry-Focused Approach to Protecting California
As the second greatest threat to biodiversity after human development, invasive species pose an enormous risk to California’s native plants, wildlife, waterways and communities.
Statewide Restoration Efforts Get New Tool
After months in production, and with the help of our partners, we’re pleased to share our Habitat Restoration and Enhancement Act video, aiming to generate interest in the opportunity to accelerate approval for voluntary habitat restoration throughout California.
Black Gold: Transforming Dairy Waste into a Valued Resource
We have an extensive history of partnering with dairies on water quality issues. Thanks to our supporters, even more promising technologies to boost groundwater have emerged.
Alliance Unveils Project to Restore Groundwater in Central Valley
A unique alliance of public, private and nonprofit leaders unveiled a pioneering project to improve water resiliency in the San Joaquin Valley.
Pioneering Drought Solutions to Bolster California’s Water Future
California’s drought has had worrisome impacts. Necessity, however, is the mother of invention – and we’ve partnered with farmers, irrigation districts & researchers to achieve just that.
Commonwealth Club California Water Talk Podcast
Together with speakers from the State Water Resources Control Board, Almond Board of California, and Stanford Woods Institute for the Environment, Ashley Boren discussed the future of California water at the Commonwealth Club.
Ashley Boren Speaks at Commonwealth Club about California Water
If you’ve driven through the Central Valley lately, you have no doubt seen evidence of California’s drought: brown lawns, barren fields, and signs protesting severe water reductions for agriculture.
Phasing-in Copper-free Brakes to Protect Aquatic Wildlife
The California Department of Substances published a video detailing the effort to phase-in copperless brake pads. When the brake pad legislation goes into full effect California is poised to save $1 billion in stormwater treatment costs.
New Ruling Accelerates Habitat Restoration on the Southern California Coast!
Southern California steelhead got a big boost today – thanks in part to Sustainable Conservation and a new ruling from the California Coastal Commission.
Weathering the Drought: Farming Solutions for a Thriving California
Enjoy this video of our October 20th ‘Weathering the Drought: Farming Solutions for a Thriving California’ event featuring a diverse and experienced group of speakers addressing the challenging issue of California agriculture, drought, climate change, economy, and more.
#GivingTuesday for a Thriving California
The season of giving is upon us, and this December 1st thousands across the nation will join #GivingTuesday to make the world a better and brighter place. In this spirit, two supporters will match – up to $100,000 – new and increased gifts to Sustainable Conservation!