Carbon180 (www.carbon180.org) is dedicated to addressing climate change by focusing on carbon removal solutions. Unlike traditional climate action, which emphasizes reducing emissions, Carbon180 advocates for technologies and practices that actively remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. The organization works with scientists, policymakers, and businesses to accelerate the development and deployment of various carbon removal approaches, including direct air capture, soil carbon sequestration, and reforestation. By advancing these solutions, Carbon180 aims to help achieve net-zero emissions and eventually draw down atmospheric carbon levels, contributing to long-term climate stability.

A key part of Carbon180's mission is shaping policies that support a robust carbon removal economy. The organization plays a significant role in educating lawmakers and advocating for legislation that funds research, incentivizes innovation, and creates standards for carbon removal methods. 

In addition to its policy work, Carbon180 collaborates with industries to explore how carbon removal can be integrated into their operations. By promoting both natural and technological solutions, the organization envisions a future where carbon removal is an essential tool in the fight against climate change, helping to restore the balance of carbon in the atmosphere and mitigate the impacts of global warming.

Founded in 1994, the Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL) (www.coral.org) is a global organization dedicated to protecting and restoring the world’s coral reefs, which are vital to the health of the oceans. Coral reefs are often called the “rainforests of the sea” due to their extraordinary bio-diversity. Sadly, half of the world’s reefs have been lost in the past 50 years due to climate change, pollution, and unsustainable fishing practices.

CORAL works to identify the most threatened reefs and partners with local communities, governments, and conservation organizations to reduce environmental stressors. By combining hands-on stewardship, research, and advocacy, CORAL works to preserve these critical marine ecosystems for future generations while enhancing the resilience of oceans worldwide.

CORAL’s Clean Water for Reefs Program focuses on reducing sediment and nutrient runoff that can suffocate corals and degrade reef ecosystems. By improving water quality, promoting sustainable fishing practices, and restoring reef habitats, CORAL strengthens reef resilience to climate change and supports the biodiversity that depends on reef ecosystems, ensuring that reefs can continue to provide critical habitat for countless marine species and protection for coastal communities.

Founded in 2005, Eden Projects (www.eden-plus.org) is a global nonprofit dedicated to restoring degraded landscapes through large-scale reforestation while alleviating extreme poverty. The organization currently manages over 2 million hectares of land in some of the world’s most environmentally and economically vulnerable regions, partnering with local communities to plant native trees where forests have been destroyed. By linking ecological restoration with job creation, Eden Projects addresses climate change, biodiversity loss, and human well-being simultaneously.

A central element of Eden Projects’ work is its community-based reforestation model, which employs local people to restore mangroves, dry forests, and tropical ecosystems using ecologically appropriate methods. These restored forests help sequester carbon, stabilize soils, protect coastlines, and rebuild critical wildlife habitat, while also improving food security and resilience for nearby communities. By prioritizing native species and long-term forest management, Eden ensures that restoration efforts deliver lasting environmental benefits rather than short-term gains.

Deforestation and land degradation continue to accelerate due to climate change, agricultural expansion, and unsustainable land use. Eden Projects responds by working with governments, scientists, and local stakeholders to restore landscapes at scale and protect them over time. By combining ecological science, community employment, and long-term stewardship, Eden Projects plays a significant role in rebuilding ecosystems and strengthening the natural systems that support global environmental health.

AquaVerde’s Yorenka Tasorentsi Reforestation Project (www.aquaverde.org) focuses on restoring the Amazon rainforest in Brazil, particularly in the Acre region. The initiative, led by Benki Piyãko of the Ashaninka people, aims to reforest degraded land and enhance biodiversity by planting native species, including fruit and medicinal trees. The goal is to plant 10 million trees over a decade, starting with a pilot of 50,000 trees. The project emphasizes agroforestry training, creating sustainable livelihoods, and integrating both indigenous and non-indigenous communities.

The project also has broader ecological, social, and economic goals: seeking to restore river health, reduce pollution, and offer sustainable income sources through agroforestry, fish farming, and beekeeping. The initiative fosters cultural exchange and environmental education by providing agroforestry training and creating sustainable jobs for local communities, including opportunities for young people at risk of poverty and social marginalization.

The Yorenka Tasorentsi initiative also serves as a model for sustainable land management and a hub for cultural education, promoting traditional Ashaninka practices while integrating modern techniques for forest conservation. 

Founded in 1998, Living Lands & Waters (www.livinglandsandwaters.org) is a U.S.-based nonprofit dedicated to protecting and restoring the country’s rivers, lakes, and waterways. The organization focuses on removing trash and debris from waterways, engaging local communities, volunteers, and corporate partners to clean rivers and improve water quality. Through these efforts, Living Lands & Waters ensures that freshwater ecosystems can support diverse aquatic life, provide safe drinking water, and sustain the livelihoods of millions of people who depend on healthy rivers.

A cornerstone of their work is the River Cleanup Program, which mobilizes thousands of volunteers each year to remove millions of pounds of trash from major rivers such as the Mississippi, Ohio, and Missouri. In addition to cleaning efforts, the organization promotes environmental education through hands-on programs, floating classrooms, and workshops that teach communities about watershed health, conservation practices, and the importance of protecting freshwater ecosystems. Healthy rivers act as the lifeblood of both wildlife and human communities, and Living Lands & Waters’ initiatives help maintain water quality, biodiversity, and ecological resilience.

Rivers and lakes face increasing threats from pollution, sedimentation, and habitat destruction, putting both ecosystems and communities at risk. To address these challenges, Living Lands & Waters partners with scientists, local stakeholders, and policymakers to implement long-term conservation strategies, including tree planting, habitat restoration, and community stewardship programs. By combining cleanup efforts, education, and sustainable management practices, the organization works to ensure that America’s waterways remain clean, thriving, and resilient for generations to come.

Founded in 2002, the Wildlife Conservation Network (WCN) (www.wildnet.org) is a global nonprofit dedicated to protecting endangered wildlife by supporting effective, locally led conservation efforts around the world. WCN partners with and funds front-lines conservation organizations to protect species such as elephants, rhinos, lions, cheetahs, pangolins, and sea turtles. By channeling resources to proven leaders and initiatives, WCN helps ensure conservation efforts are strategic, impactful, and grounded in science.

WCN’s approach emphasises community-based conservation and long-term sustainability. The organization provides funding, capacity building, and technical support to conservation partners, helping them strengthen governance, improve monitoring and research, and engage local communities as wildlife stewards. Protecting wildlife in this way also safeguards critical ecosystems—forests, grasslands, and marine environments—that support biodiversity, climate regulation, and human livelihoods.

As wildlife populations face accelerating threats from habitat loss, climate change, poaching, and human–wildlife conflict, WCN works to scale solutions that are locally effective and globally relevant. Collaborating with scientists, conservation leaders, and donors, the network amplifies impact while promoting transparency and measurable results. By investing in people as much as species, Wildlife Conservation Network plays a vital role in preserving biodiversity and maintaining the ecological balance essential to planetary health.