Restoring islands for nature and people worldwide.
Our international, mission-driven team is dedicated to bringing our shared vision to life – a world filled with vibrant biodiversity, resilient oceans, and thriving island communities. Through island restoration, we create powerful ecosystem transformations that impact the planet on a global scale.
Why islands?
The many benefits of holistic island restoration
On Palmyra Atoll, USA, native trees increased 5000% after invasive rat removal. On Pinzón Island, Galápagos, Pinzón Giant Tortoises can once again nest after more than 150 years. And on many islands where invasive species destroy ecosystem functions and ravage the local food supply, restoration efforts bolster marine health, rebuild food security, and are a nature-based solution to climate resilience.
Restored islands produce massive benefits, many that reach far beyond the coastline.
Did you know…
that coral reefs near restored islands with thriving seabird populations have twice as many fish and are more resilient to warming waters? They also exhibit higher growth rates and increased recovery in the face of bleaching events.
What do we do?
With a targeted approach and global reach, our projects focus on holistic island restoration. We address the root causes of ecosystem decline and accelerate the recovery of native plants and animals, bringing island-ocean ecosystems back from the brink of collapse and fostering long-term resilience.
Latest Updates
See the latest updates from the field and beyond.
Data Shows Endangered Palau Ground Doves Swiftly Recovering After Successful Palauan Island Conservation Effort
Astounding evidence of recovery on Ulong Island in Palau after just one year!
Global Study Reveals Seabirds as Critical Connectors Between Islands, the Ocean, and People
A new study shows the power of seabirds to drive entire ecosystems by circulating nutrients between land and sea!
Tonga Marks Conservation Victory: Seabirds and Turtles to Benefit from Restoration Campaign
Success! Kelefesia and Tonumea in Tonga's Ha'apai Group are seeing early signs of recovery after we helped remove invasive rodents!
Press Release: Staggering Recovery of Plants and Seabirds on Marshallese Islands Just One Year After Rat Removal
Astonishing results from our work to restore sites in the Republic of the Marshall Islands, boosting climate resilience and ocean…
Why do we do it?
Everything is connected. When we restore an island, the benefits are felt across the globe. From trapping carbon in the atmosphere and increasing climate resiliency on islands to reviving species on the cusp of extinction, we witness incredible impacts as a result of our work.
Humboldt Penguin National Reserve, Chile
After 100 years of destruction, hope flourishes for native species.
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Island-Ocean Connection Challenge
The Island-Ocean Connection Challenge is a catalytic global initiative co-founded by Island Conservation, Re:wild, and UC San Diego’s Scripps Institution of Oceanography. We are bringing together diverse partners to restore at least 40 globally significant island-ocean ecosystems from ridge to reef by 2030 to benefit people, wildlife, and our planet.
At Island Conservation, we’re restoring island ecosystems to thrive once again, ensuring a future where both nature and people flourish.
Dr. Penny Becker
Island Conservation CEO