The Amazon Conservation Team (ACT) is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the biodiversity and cultural heritage of the Amazon rainforest. They achieve this through partnerships with indigenous communities, leveraging traditional knowledge and modern technology to protect ecosystems and promote sustainable land management. Founded in 1996 by ethnobotanist Dr. Mark Plotkin and conservationist Liliana Madrigal, ACT focuses on initiatives like mapping indigenous territories, supporting traditional medicine, and fostering environmental education. Their funding comes from donations, grants, and partnerships with other conservation entities.