For decades, TNC in Michigan has worked with the people of this Great Lakes state to protect the rivers, lakes and lands that are its natural heritage. We continue to pursue strategies that will help ensure the vitality of Michigan’s people, places and wildlife for generations to come. RESILIENT LANDS | TNC began acquiring and protecting land over 70 years ago, and we continue to build on that legacy. Today, our expanded scope includes partnering with those who manage Michigan’s lands, from farms to forests. We collaborate with agencies, policymakers, nonprofits, businesses, universities, Indigenous communities and more to support healthy, connected landscapes that benefit us all. THRIVING COMMUNITIES | Bringing nature into cities can address challenges shared by both people and nature. In Detroit, TNC is advancing nature-based solutions that reduce the stormwater burden on wastewater systems during rain events—helping to prevent floods, protect water quality and save residents money, while also providing more green spaces for people to enjoy where we live and work. HEALTHY WATERS | Sitting at the heart of the Great Lakes, Michigan has vast freshwater resources. From fisheries to farmlands, TNC works to ensure the resilience of systems that provide Michiganders with food and livelihoods, while also protecting a clean, abundant and accessible water supply by advancing sustainable policies and practices. CLIMATE RECOVERY | A changing climate impacts nearly every aspect of conservation. As part of TNC’s global efforts to inform climate action and achieve a net-zero carbon future, we work here in Michigan to demonstrate the potential of natural climate solutions such as wetland restoration and improved forest management, and to build bipartisan support for the reduction of carbon emissions.
