The California Natural Resources Agency (CNRA) oversees and supports more than 26 distinct departments, conservancies, and commissions. CNRA Executive Team leads efforts to steward California’s natural environment and to advance Governor Newsom’s key priorities, including the 30x30 initiative.   

Over 21,000 Californians work within CNRA all across the state to meet the mission “to restore, protect and manage the state's natural, historical and cultural resources for current and future generations using creative approaches and solutions based on science, collaboration, and respect for all the communities and interests involved."  

The California Biodiversity Network brings together a diverse community of conservation practitioners, researchers, and advocates united to conserve California’s globally renowned and highly threatened natural heritage. The network is a key partner in California’s 30x30 initiative, and provides a collaborative forum for California’s diverse conservation organizations and scientific institutions prioritizing biodiversity protection, stewardship, environmental education, and scientific inquiry. Network members include environmental stewards, governmental and tribal representatives, researchers, and educators.