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"text": "The Nature Conservancy reflects the surrounding community and natural environment. Learn more about this inspiring project in Work Design. "
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As one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world, The Nature Conservancy has worked for the past seventy years to help fortify the future of our world by directly impacting the lands and people of 79 countries on six continents. In 2019 the Stantec team was chosen to collaborate with The Nature Conservancy, Colorado to reimagine their existing 16,000-square foot interior environment and create a 21st century workplace that embodies the sense of mission, hope, urgency, and achievement that fuels the passion of The Nature Conservancy employees, members, and donors.
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