Non-governmental Organizations
Non-governmental organizations can be the "glue" that connects and encourages landowners, citizens, town boards, and state and federal agencies to develop better ways to conserve land.
Non-governmental organizations can:
- Advocate for the Wildlands and Woodlands vision and develop regional funding and conservation initiatives to implement an action plan.
- Advance best practices and standards for developing and monitoring conservation easements.
- Continue to purchase, hold, and monitor easements, including those for aggregation and large-scale conservation projects.
- Expand current Woodland Councils and regional partnerships to engage and assist private landowners and to promote the sharing of information, energy, and experience among conservation professionals.
- Advocate policies that will advance the development of ecosystem service markets for carbon and other resources.
- Work with local governments and conservation commissions to develop plans and policies that support limited development.
- Assist in marketing and promotion of sustainable and locally produced wood products.
