Brett Jenks, CEO of Rare.org, is a global conservation and development organization dedicated to empowering communities in the world’s most biologically diverse regions to sustainably manage their natural resources. Under Brett’s leadership, Rare has grown into a global leader in conservation, with a $30 million annual budget and active projects across 60 countries. Rare’s efforts span a variety of critical areas, including Fish Forever, the world’s largest coastal fishery recovery effort; Lands for Life, a climate-smart agriculture program; the Center for Behavior & the Environment, which merges behavioral science with conservation; and Climate Culture, a strategy designed to help the U.S. meet its Paris Agreement targets.
In addition to his work with Rare, Brett is also an innovator in the for-profit sector with the Meloy Fund, a blue economy investment vehicle that supports sustainable fisheries in Southeast Asia. The Meloy Fund also invests in EverForest, a video game that turns virtual actions into real-world tree planting. Brett shared seven ideas that Americans can act on to change their environmental impact.
You can learn more about Rare at https://rare.org/ and about the Meloy Fund at https://www.meloyfund.com/.
The climate crisis is a global issue that requires collaboration from individuals, organizations, companies, and governments. Nonprofits like Rare.org play a crucial role in connecting these entities and driving conservation efforts worldwide. Brett Jenks’ leadership and innovative approach to conservation have made a significant impact on sustainable resource management and environmental protection.
