30x30
30×30 is a new national goal, supported by zoos and aquariums around the U.S., to protect at least 30% of U.S. land and water for wildlife by 2030. It’s part of a bigger global initiative to protect the same amount of our planet, by the same year.
Together we can reach this goal. Join us.
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Many animal and plant species on our Earth are endangered because they are losing their homes. Habitat protection is key to saving wildlife for the future. Protecting at least 30% of that habitat is the first step.
![sea otter](https://www.nwtrek.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/50-Moea-sea-otter-right.jpg)
Our ocean absorbs more heat than land, and stores much of our carbon. Creating marine-protected areas will help mitigate the catastrophic potential of climate change for all of us on this planet.
![girl looking through binoculars](https://www.nwtrek.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/50-wildlife-champions-trek-field-trip-binoculars.jpg)
We need to ensure that all Americans — no matter their economic status, race or ethnicity — have access to the natural world. Collaboration and a willingness to listen and understand different perspectives will be essential to success.
![elk in lake](https://www.nwtrek.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/50-three-elk-in-lake.jpg)
We love our wild outdoor spaces. But today, only about 12% of U.S. lands and 23% of oceans are protected. If we step this up to 30% by 2030, we’ll be combatting the global nature crisis AND saving public lands for all to enjoy.
How can you help our country – and our world – achieve the 30×30 goal?
- Get informed. Download and read these fact sheets on land conservation and ocean conservation.
- Spread the word. People make decisions based on information coming from trusted sources – this means YOU! Tell your friends, family, social networks. We’re all in this together.
- Vote for leaders that will support the 30×30 goal. Tell your elected officials that it’s vitally important for you, them and our planet.