| Working to stem the flood of exotic plant species entering the United States |
The Mission
Our mission is to keep native plant communities - and human communities -
healthy and intact by addressing the threats posed by exotic, invasive plant
species. We believe that stopping the import and sale of new exotic species to
the United States is the most critical step in achieving this goal.
ESCP works to support and pursue precedent-setting litigation, legislation,
education and research to achieve the following goals:
Our mission is to keep native plant communities - and human communities -
healthy and intact by addressing the threats posed by exotic, invasive plant
species. We believe that stopping the import and sale of new exotic species to
the United States is the most critical step in achieving this goal.
ESCP works to support and pursue precedent-setting litigation, legislation,
education and research to achieve the following goals:
- Stem the tide of reproductive exotic plants introduced into the United States
- Encourage responsible action among governments, businesses and
landowners - Raise public awareness of costs to businesses, government,
landowners, and our native ecosystems, where exotic, invasive species
occur - Remedy the impacts of invasive, exotic plants on native ecosystems and
the economy
How to help
Join ESCP in our fight to prevent establishment of new noxious weeds in the United
States.
Contact us to learn more about ESCP, join our mailing list and receive invitations to
upcoming events.
Donate now to make a tax deductible contribution today.
Join ESCP in our fight to prevent establishment of new noxious weeds in the United
States.
Contact us to learn more about ESCP, join our mailing list and receive invitations to
upcoming events.
Donate now to make a tax deductible contribution today.
| Exotic Species Control Project |
Our tools are education, lobbying, legal action and research:
- Education - for agriculture/nursery/landscaping industries, government
agencies and the public - Legislation - to improve local and national import regulations and noxious
weed rules - Litigation - to enforce existing legislation
- Research- for better information about real costs and viable alternatives
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