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Columbus Residents Gather for Forum on Ohio’s Energy Future, Importance for Birds
October 07, 2025 — Panel of local, state and federal experts shared opportunities to stabilize the climate to protect birds and create resilient communities
Audubon Great Lakes Executive Director Michelle Parker Reappointed Chair of Illinois Nature Preserves Commission
September 29, 2025 — Parker to Lead Commission Focused on Protecting Illinois’ Natural and Cultural Resources
Ohio Approves Solar Project in Fairfield County, An Important Step to Address Climate Change
September 08, 2025 — Attributable to Senior Policy Director for Audubon Great Lakes, Marnie Urso
Lake Erie, Ohio. Credit: Sydney Walsh/Audubon
On World Lakes Day, Celebrating the Great Lakes—a Haven for Birds People and our Shared Future
August 27, 2025 — A globally significant ecosystem with more than 10,000 miles of shoreline.
Investing in the Next Generation of Conservation Leaders
July 28, 2025 — Young Adult Conservation Corps expands, providing Cook County’s diverse communities to conservation job opportunities
Wisconsin State Budget Includes Critical Funding to Restore Wetlands—Opportunity Remains to Extend State’s Most Impactful Conservation Program
July 10, 2025 — The Pre-Disaster Flood Resilience Grant Program and Oneida Bird Monitoring Program receives important funding; Knowles-Nelson Stewardship Program left on cutting room floor
Governor DeWine Vetoes Harmful Language in State Budget Impacting Ohio’s Clean Water Program
July 01, 2025 — Attributable to Senior Policy Director for Audubon Great Lakes, Marnie Urso
Ohio Approves Solar Project in Long-Awaited Decision, Takes Important Step to Address Climate Change
June 26, 2025 — Attributable to Senior Policy Director for Audubon Great Lakes, Marnie Urso
Ohio Lawmakers Roll Back Ability to Protect Clean Water in State Budget, Now Advances to Governor’s Desk
June 26, 2025 — Attributable to Senior Policy Director for Audubon Great Lakes, Marnie Urso
Leigh Ann Miller Named Ohio Centers Director for Audubon
June 26, 2025 — New role will oversee Grange Insurance Audubon Center in Columbus, OH and Aullwood Audubon in Dayton OH