I've had great experiences with this organization. They have a very innovative approach to conservation, which melds finance and market-based approaches with a deep understanding of ecology and ecosystem dynamics. Definitely worth consulting with any conservation issues.
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ACS was a recent finalists in the Marketplace on Innovative Financial Solutions for Development Competition sponsored by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the World Bank, and the Agence Francaise de Developpement. There work is innovative in the environmental conservation space. A great org.
Review from Guidestar
ACS is a fantastically innovative non-profit that uses ideas from conservation ecology, microfinance, and community engagement to protect natural resources while improving the lives of the communities that depend on those natural resources.
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Advanced Conservation Strategies is a wise investment. They work is innovative, and just the type of interdisciplinary approaches we need to protect nature.
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I collaborate with ACS on a number of projects trying to link biodiversity conservation and economic incentives. I think that ACS has a raft of innovative ideas which could lead to real change in how we approach the protection of nature. The real challenge for the organization will be building these ideas into workable funded projects.
I have been working with the Advanced Conservation Strategies for nearly a year now as a local partner (Aceh, Indonesia)towards new innovative initiatives for conservation such as community lending against environmental assets. The team is committed, passionate and creative. The range of skills of the members is diverse and professional to enable successful implementation of proposed programmes.
The principals in ACS bring a unique blend of academic rigor and marketplace savvy to conservation issues. Their ideas are innovative and cutting edge. With a focus internationally as well as the U.S., they are well-respected by their peers working in conservation.
ACS is a pioneering NGO doing interesting and valuable work. They make a difference very economically. They are excellent shepards of the environment and low income people who are the most effected by environmental programs.
