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Nantucket Synergy.org
PO Box 2687, Nantucket, MA 02584
508.228.2000
http://www.nantucketsynergy.org
This site exists to support an organic and communal body of information.
The mission of NantucktSynergy.org is a not-for-profit self creating colaboration web portal for all that are interested in Nantucket Island and the example we can set for the rest of the world in environmental awareness, energy independence,environmental preservation, and economic and social well being.
We will endeavor to stimulate and support collaboration between all talented individuals and orgaizations on the island by giving a open venue for all to edit, share, inspire, motivate and inform. The information on this site will grow rich through the contributions of all... please jump right in!

Sustainable Nantucket
PO Box 1244, Nantucket, MA 02554
508.228.3399
http://www.sustainablenantucket.org/
Our mission: To sustain Nantucket’s economic vitality while preserving and restoring community character.

Nantucket Green Council
A group of Nantucket residents supporting green solutions - Now a part of Sustainable Nantucket.

Nantucket Conservation Foundation, Inc.
PO Box 13, Nantucket, MA 02554
508-228-2884
http://www.nantucketconservation.com
The mission of the Nantucket Conservation Foundation is to assist in the preservation of Nantucket’s character by permanently conserving, maintaining, and managing natural areas and habitats and to encourage an appreciation of and interest in the Island’s natural resources.

Maria Mitchell Association
Two Vestal Street, Nantucket, MA 02554
(508) 228-9198
http://www.mmo.org/
This membership-supported, nonprofit organization maintains an excellent science library, a natural science museum, a small aquarium, and two astronomical observatories. Also, it sponsors research and interpretive programs, which include nature walks, children's programs, and lectures.

Town of Nantucket Conservation Commission
37 Washington Street, Nantucket
(508) 228-7230
http://town.nantucket.ma.us/departments/concom.html
The Commission is a town agency funded by monies appropriated annually by the taxpayers of Nantucket. its primary concern is the enforcement of state and local wetlands regulations. It is also involved in the acquisition of wetlands and beach areas for the public benefit.

Nantucket Garden Club
Post Office Box 627, Nantucket, MA 02554
http://www.nantucket.org/gardenclub/index.html
The Garden Club is a nonprofit organization that sponsors educational and horticultural projects for the benefit of Nantucket. The Club annually sponsors a horticultural scholarship for graduates of Nantucket High School. It is also involved in civic and conservation activities, and regularly cooperates with and supports other groups that protect Nantucket's natural resources.

Nantucket Islands Land Bank Commission
22 Broad Street, Nantucket, MA 02554
(508) 228-7240
http://town.nantucket.ma.us/departments/landbank.html
Formed by an act of the state legislature in 1984, this town agency is charged with the responsibility of administering funds derived from a 2% tax on all real estate transactions. The Land Bank works independently and in conjunction with other organizations to acquire and preserve open space and recreational lands for public use. To-date, it has acquired more than 2,134 acres.

Nantucket Land Council, Inc.
6 Ash Lane
Post Office Box 502, Nantucket, MA 02554
(508) 228-2818
http://www.nantucketlandcouncil.org/
This nonprofit, membership-supported environmental interest group sponsors research on water quality, rare species, long-range planning designed to minimize the potentially deleterious effects of projected island population growth, and other projects of a similar nature.

The Sconset Trust, Inc.
15 McKinley Avenue, Siasconset, MA 02564
(508) 257-6610
http://www.sconsettrust.org/
The Trust is a nonprofit, Massachusetts-chartered corporation that was formed in 1984. It is supported by membership dues and contributions, and seeks to acquire and manage parcels of land in and around the Village of Siasconset for conservation purposes. Cooperation to the fullest extent possible with other conservation and environmental groups is also a primary aim.

University of Massachusetts Nantucket Field Station
180 Polpis Road, Nantucket, MA 02554
(508) 228-5268
http://www.umb.edu/nantucket/
This is a research and educational facility of the state university system that offers undergraduate courses utilizing the Island as a natural science laboratory. The Field Station also provides facilities and technical support for research projects conducted by other universities and conservation groups. While the property is not open to the public, the Station's permanent staff is always interested in meeting with visiting investigators whose interests include marine biology, coastal plant communities, coastal geology, and other topics regarding the Island's natural history. Such meetings can be arranged by calling the Director at the telephone number listed above.


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