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United States > BGCI's U.S. Strategy
BGCI's U.S. StrategyBGCI's U.S. Strategy is the result of consultation with individuals from over 30 botanic gardens and conservation organizations in the U.S. in 2007. Thanks to all who participated in this process; we are working hard to implement the results. Highlights from this strategy include four areas of work that will utilize BGCI's global expertise and network to help grow and connect already-strong plant conservation efforts in the U.S. with those abroad. They include: This work contributes to the North American Botanic Garden Strategy for Plant Conservation, and BGCI is working with its partners to monitor and report on progress toward meeting the targets laid out in this strategy by 2010. Our MembersBGCI is a membership organisation. At present we have over 700 members in 118 countries. You can join us in our global efforts to ensure plants are protected from the many threats facing them today, by joining BGCI. Latest NewsUNITED STATES
20th November 2009
The Sustainable Sites Initiative recently released the nation’s first rating system for the design, construction and maintenance of sustainable landscapes, with or without buildings. To test the rating system, the Sustainable Sites Initiative has opened a call for pilot projects. 16th December 2008
Thirty two volunteers from various tech-centric companies comprise the Technology Task Force at Denver Botanic Gardens. Their novel approach is transforming every aspect of the garden, from communications, conservation and education to community outreach and impact. Could your facility be next? UNITED STATES
5th December 2008
Have you heard about the Sustainable Sites Initiative? This interdisciplinary effort in the United States is creating voluntary national guidelines for sustainable landscape design, construction and maintenance practices. Draft guidelines are now available for review and public comment. |
The Red List of Oaks
 BGCI has published the Red List of Oaks which highlights the threatened state of oak trees around the world. Click to find out more and download the report. |
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