Benefits of Conserving Land
Georgia is a wonderful place to live and work. The State’s economy is strong and its growth and prosperity help make it a great place to call home and raise a family. It is also a state still full of natural beauty and rich in natural resources and wildlife habitats. But what kind of State will we leave our children and our grandchildren? Georgia is the 5th fastest growing state in the nation and development pressures are great. On average, 108 acres are being converted from forest and farmland to rooftops, parking lots, and roadways every day in Georgia.
What are some of the benefits to permanently conserving some of our most cherished natural resources?
- Maintaining a clean and plentiful water supply
- Improving our air quality and minimizing flood damage
- Improving the quality of our lives and helping attract new businesses to our State
- Providing places to recreate and supporting increases in our vital tourism industry
- Streamlining and reducing infrastructure development and maintenance costs
- Keeping prime forest and agricultural lands productive
- Preserving our tremendous natural and cultural history