The Nature Conservancy (TNC) honored Chris Robinson of Utah earlier this month with its Nature’s Advocate Award. The award is given annually to several state- and country-level TNC trustees who are champions for government policies that will help address climate change and conservation challenges. TNC is a global conservation organization dedicated to conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends.

Robinson, Vice-Chair of TNC’s Utah Chapter Trustee Board, has been a key advocate for conservation with leaders and policymakers in Utah and beyond. Chris’ work at the federal level and across state lines has been instrumental in building and advancing support for ambitious legislation, including the Land and Water Conservation Fund and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

“Without his efforts, much of the progress achieved through these measures and more would not have been possible. We are so grateful for Chris, who for years has worked his magic as an invaluable leader and advocate on behalf of TNC and conservation,” said Dave Livermore TNC Utah’s State Director. “Chris has used his vast knowledge, talents and connections to help secure historic nature and climate policy advances in Utah and nationwide.”