If addressing climate change and biodiversity loss is a prolonged battle, the collaboration between Cornell University and The Nature Conservancy (TNC) stands as a critical scientific task force. Since its launch in 2013, their "research + implementation" model has successfully supported 26 projects, translating cutting-edge academic theories into actionable solutions for environmental challenges. The partnership focuses on bridging the gap between scientific research and real-world applications to accelerate progress toward sustainability goals.

Cornell's Atkinson Center for Sustainability provides TNC with rigorous scientific research to inform conservation strategies, while TNC leverages its global project experience and resources to operationalize these findings. This complementary approach has not only enhanced the efficiency of research implementation but also strengthened innovation in sustainable development practices. The two organizations plan to deepen their collaboration through 2025 to address escalating global environmental threats and pioneer scalable solutions.