Why Scenic Conservation?
At Scenic America, we believe that all people deserve to live, work, and play in beautiful places. Scenic beauty improves our quality of life. Beauty is good for our minds and bodies, and it’s also good for business.
Scenic America is the only national nonprofit organization committed to protecting the scenic qualities of our communities and landscapes.
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Scenic conservation promotes health and wellness.Studies show that spending time in nature and enjoying scenic beauty helps our bodies and…
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Beauty is good for business.There’s a reason why some of the world’s most scenic places are also among the most desirable destinations to live, work, and visit. Places rich…
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Community character creates a sense of place.Places marred with visual pollution lose their unique character. There’s a reason why more than…
Stats: [46] — Scenic America collaborates with 46 chapters and affiliates nationwide. | [400K] —There are more than 400,000 billboard faces across the country. And as many as 20% are illegal or non-compliant. We support communities fighting billboard blight. | [32] — 32 states allow outdoor advertising companies to cut down publicly owned trees simply for better billboard visibility. We want to change this.
Recent News
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Two Texas Bills Seek to Explore Feasibility of Strategic UndergroundingTwo newly introduced bills in the Texas legislature, HB 842 and SB 270, aim to…
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Update on Giant Signs for Downtown Reno: Planning Commissioners Seek…After a wide-ranging discussion in October on whether to allow all non-casino businesses in the…
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Haunted Highways: America’s Scenic Byways with a Paranormal TwistIf you’re looking for an adventure that combines the beauty of America’s landscapes with the…
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The DoD Dark Sky Stewardship Act: A Step Forward in…A new bill proposed in the House of Representatives, H.R. 9409 or ‘The DoD Dark…