Conservation & Science Coordinator – Coastal Wetlands
Laura Farwell is the Coastal Wetlands Conservation and Science Coordinator at Pacific Birds Habitat Joint Venture. An avian and landscape ecologist with 20 years of experience in conservation research and planning, she works at the intersection of science, strategy, and collaboration to support sustainable habitat conservation across the northern Pacific Flyway. Laura specializes in regional planning, geospatial analysis, and knowledge transfer, and is particularly motivated by work that informs real-world decisions and on-the-ground action.
She holds an M.Sc. from the University of Washington and a Ph.D. from West Virginia University. Her research has explored the impacts of urban development, energy infrastructure, and climate change on bird populations, with an emphasis on practical solutions to mitigate habitat loss. Laura is passionate about building partnerships and co-developing conservation strategies that align science with shared priorities.
Based in Port Townsend, Washington, she enjoys gardening, kayaking, and exploring the Olympic Peninsula with her husband, two sons, and their dog.
