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

Articles by Liz Bergstrom

Native Plants

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

By Liz Bergstrom
May 09, 2017 — By installing water-saving appliances and less thirsty native plants, this Colorado community saved 15 million gallons of water in just one year.
Native Plants

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

By Liz Bergstrom
March 07, 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.
Native Plants

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

By Liz Bergstrom
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.
Energy

Testimonials: How These Bird Lovers Went Solar at Home

By Liz Bergstrom
January 09, 2017 — Intimidated by solar power? Don't be. Meet real people who installed solar panels on their roof for a peek inside the process.
News

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

By Liz Bergstrom
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.
News

Washington State Could Pass the First Carbon Tax in the Nation

By Liz Bergstrom
October 03, 2016 — Audubon Washington is backing an upcoming ballot measure to fight climate change and protect birds.
Native Plants

Revitalizing Vacant City Lots to Feed People—and Birds

By Liz Bergstrom
September 26, 2016 — In Buffalo, New York, gardeners are growing crops and native plants to bring food and wildlife to communities in need.
Audubon in Action

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

By Liz Bergstrom
June 22, 2016 — Climate Watch is getting volunteers across the country to admire bluebirds (for science).
Audubon Climate Heroes

Barn Owls See a Housing Boom in Walla Walla, Washington

By Liz Bergstrom
June 10, 2016 — Birders, inmates, winemakers, and farmers are installing nest boxes to boost bird-powered rodent control.
Audubon in Action

Update: Measure AA Passes In California

By Liz Bergstrom
June 02, 2016 — San Francisco area residents have approved a ballot measure to restore wetlands, offering habitat for birds and a buffer from sea-level rise.