Restoring islands for nature and people worldwide.
Our 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 holistic 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.
Why do we do it?
Everything is connected. When we holistically 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
Latest Updates
See the latest updates from the field and beyond.
Disappearing Bird Species’ Nesting Debut on Desecheo NWR
Audubon's Shearwaters are nesting on Desecheo Island for the first time ever! Read about how we used social attraction to…
New Paper Shows Invasive Species Removal is a Nature-Based Solution for Climate Resilience
Island Conservation and partners have published a new paper quantifying ecosystem resilience on restored islands!
The Dynamic Coastlines that Change Island Futures
With sea levels on the rise, how are the coastlines of islands transforming? Read on to find out how dynamic…