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Liz Bergstrom

Climate Content Manager

Liz Bergstrom is a writer and nature girl based in New York.

Articles by Liz Bergstrom

How One Neighborhood Saved Millions of Gallons of Water With Native Plants
Native Plants

How One Neighborhood Saved Millions of Gallons of Water With Native Plants

May 9, 2017 — By installing water-saving appliances and less thirsty native plants, this Colorado community saved 15 million gallons of water in just one year.
From Goats to Grandparents: How One Audubon Chapter Is Making a More Bird-Friendly Community
Native Plants

From Goats to Grandparents: How One Audubon Chapter Is Making a More Bird-Friendly Community

March 7, 2017 — Whether it's renting goats to clear out invasive plants or making a new assisted-living facility greener, Huntington-Oyster Bay Audubon is making a difference.
To Turn a Schoolyard Into an Outdoor Classroom, Just Add Native Plants
Native Plants

To Turn a Schoolyard Into an Outdoor Classroom, Just Add Native Plants

February 21, 2017 — With the help of Audubon Minnesota and some controlled fires, a local school recently restored an overgrown field into original prairie habitat.
Testimonials: How These Bird Lovers Went Solar at Home
Energy

Testimonials: How These Bird Lovers Went Solar at Home

January 9, 2017 — Intimidated by solar power? Don't be. Meet real people who installed solar panels on their roof for a peek inside the process.
The Future of Ohio’s Renewable Energy Depends on John Kasich’s Veto
Advocacy

The Future of Ohio’s Renewable Energy Depends on John Kasich’s Veto

December 21, 2016 — Bird lovers and a bipartisan group of allies are hoping the governor will end the state’s freeze on clean energy standards.
Washington State Could Pass the First Carbon Tax in the Nation
Advocacy

Washington State Could Pass the First Carbon Tax in the Nation

October 3, 2016 — Audubon Washington is backing an upcoming ballot measure to fight climate change and protect birds.
Revitalizing Vacant City Lots to Feed People—and Birds
Native Plants

Revitalizing Vacant City Lots to Feed People—and Birds

September 26, 2016 — In Buffalo, New York, gardeners are growing crops and native plants to bring food and wildlife to communities in need.
Here’s Your First Look at Audubon’s New Birds and Climate Project
Audubon In Action

Here’s Your First Look at Audubon’s New Birds and Climate Project

June 22, 2016 — Climate Watch is getting volunteers across the country to admire bluebirds (for science).
Barn Owls See a Housing Boom in Walla Walla, Washington
Audubon Climate Heroes

Barn Owls See a Housing Boom in Walla Walla, Washington

June 10, 2016 — Birders, inmates, winemakers, and farmers are installing nest boxes to boost bird-powered rodent control.