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Kentucky

Protecting Kentucky's lands and waters for generations

A view through a valley in the Cumberland Forest region of the Appalachian Mountains of Kentucky.
The eastern Kentucky mountains are part of the Central Appalachians, a critical corridor for wildlife migration in the face of a changing climate.

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Two workers stand on a roof as they complete a solar panel installation in Kentucky.

The Power of Community Solar

An aerial photograph features a wide view of a forested mountain valley.

The Nature Conservancy Protects 1,732 Acres in Appalachian Mountains of Kentucky

A forestry conservationist holds a measuring tape around a large tree.

Meet Our Family Forest Carbon Program Landowners

A family stands at a railing on a hiking trail surrounded by fall colors in Kentucky.

Why Kentucky Must Increase Conservation Funding

The Kentucky State Capital building on a clear day.

Government Relations and Policy in Kentucky

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Fifty Years of Conservation in Kentucky (4:28) Since 1975, TNC in Kentucky has protected treasured natural lands for public enjoyment, reconnected rivers, restored wetlands to enhance water quality and protect communities from flooding, reforested former mine lands, and brought people together to celebrate the beauty and power of nature.
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Our Strategic Priorities

Delivering meaningful solutions for people and nature locally and making significant contributions to TNC’s 2030 goals.

Manatees to Mountains

Explore how our conservation work in Kentucky connects with efforts across the Southern U.S.

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Corn grows up towards a clear blue sky.

Conservation Agriculture

Discover more about the ways we work with farmers, right here in Kentucky, to help enact farming practices that are beneficial for people and nature.

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The Kentucky State Capital building on a clear day.

Policy and Government Relations in Kentucky

Learn how we partner with state and local governments for a more sustainable future for people and nature in Kentucky.

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See the Places We Protect in Your Community

From rivers and wetlands to forests and prairies, TNC is protecting some of Kentucky's most beautiful and biodiverse areas. Learn more about our preserves and plan your visit today!

EXPLORE OUR PRESERVES
Autumnal foliage at Robinson Forest in Kentucky.
People enjoy a natural stream in the mountains of Kentucky.
Trees open up to rolling hills in Kentucky.
Sunset over Kentucky is reflected on a waterway below.
An aerial view of western Kentucky shows forest and farmland leading up to the Mississippi River.
Autumnal foliage at Robinson Forest in Kentucky.
People enjoy a natural stream in the mountains of Kentucky.
Trees open up to rolling hills in Kentucky.
Sunset over Kentucky is reflected on a waterway below.
An aerial view of western Kentucky shows forest and farmland leading up to the Mississippi River.
A photo of Boone Bowling, a smiling man with a beard and a bowtie.

Kentucky Stories

Read in-depth Q&As with Kentuckians who care about conservation. We are inspired by these individuals and hope you will be, too!

Read the Interviews
A bull elk in velvet.

The Cumberland Forest Project

This 253,000-acre project spans three states and aims to demonstrate that people and nature can thrive together.

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Farmers in a Changing Climate (4:31) Meet five Kentucky farmers facing the challenges of climate change. Their message: We must all be part of the solution.
Doing Business in a Changing Climate (4:33) These business owners are expecting a challenging future due to climate change. They are taking steps now, choosing solar energy and asking other businesses to help create a more sustainable path forward.
From Mine Lands To Forests (5:20) We are working throughout the Appalachian coalfields to reforest former mine lands, benefiting wildlife and climate resiliency.
Cumberland Forest Project (5:00) Learn how a 253,000-acre conservation project invests in communities through the Cumberland Forest Project Community Fund.