Press Room

Media Contact

If you are a member of the press, you can reach Audubon Media Relations at media@audubon.org.

Snow Goose. Ronan Donovan/Audubon Photography Awards
National Audubon Society Mourns the Loss of Adam Kolton
April 28, 2021 — Alaska Wilderness League Executive Director was a passionate advocate and beloved colleague.
Common Merganser. Andrea Jaszlics/Audubon Photography Awards
Audubon Supports U.S. House Bill to Fund Wildlife Recovery
April 22, 2021 — Bipartisan legislation will benefit birds, other wildlife, and communities.
Baltimore Oriole. Mark Boyd/Audubon Photography Awards
Biden Sets a Bold Goal for Emissions Reductions
April 22, 2021 — Meeting the goal of halving emissions by 2030 will require bipartisan cooperation, and would benefit both birds and people.
Red-winged Blackbird. Cathy Bennington/Audubon Photography Awards
Reintroduced Legislation Removes Obstacles to Reducing Pollution on Working Lands While Helping Producers and Wildlife
April 20, 2021 — The bipartisan Growing Climate Solutions Act of 2021 helps reduce emissions from farms, ranches, and forests while providing support to landowners
Canada Warbler. John Benson/Flickr CC (BY 2.0)
Canadian Government Proposes Historic Conservation and Resilience Investments
April 20, 2021 — Proposed funding must include significantly increased support for Indigenous-led conservation and land stewardship efforts.
Great Egret. Erin Smith/Audubon Photography Awards
National Audubon Society Announces CEO David Yarnold to Step Down
April 20, 2021 — President and Chief Conservation Officer Dr. Elizabeth Gray to Serve as Interim CEO
Little Rock Audubon Center Goes 100% Solar
April 13, 2021 — Audubon becomes Arkansas’ first 100% renewable energy-powered nonprofit
Bipartisan Delaware River Watershed Caucus Signals a Beacon of Opportunity
April 12, 2021 — The recently formed caucus shows substantial federal and state support of one of the founding rivers of America for birds and communities.
Leaders Bring Biodiversity, Environmental Law Expertise to Audubon National Board
April 07, 2021 — With proven records of leadership within the Audubon network, new directors add unique insight to strengthen science-based advocacy at bird conservation nonprofit.
Of Burgers and Birds: A Partnership That Nearly Doubles Audubon's Impact on Ranches across the Country
April 06, 2021 — Audubon Conservation Ranching teams up with Panorama Organic Meats to Bring Grassland Birds Back
Chile lanza su Estrategia Nacional para la Conservación de Aves
January 24, 2022 — Audubon Américas celebra esta importante Estrategia, trabajada en los últimos dos años en equipo con comunidades locales, ONG chilenas, academia, autoridades y entidades internacionales.
2022 Audubon Photography Awards Open for Entries
January 12, 2022 — The North American photography and video contest is accepting entries until March 9, 2022.
Audubon Invites Volunteers to Join the 122nd Christmas Bird Count
December 10, 2021 — The longest-running bird census provides important data for scientists and conservationists worldwide.
Bezos Earth Fund Invests $12 Million in Bird Conservation in the Tropical Andes
December 06, 2021 — High-Profile Conservation Partnership Includes National Audubon Society, BirdLife International, American Bird Conservancy and RedLAC members.
Federal Conservation Plans for Greater Sage-Grouse Go Under Review
November 22, 2021 — The Bureau of Land Management has opened a process to review multi-state conservation plans.
Process to Reinstate Important Protection for Part of America’s Largest National Forest Begins
November 19, 2021 — The USDA has announced it will open a 60-day public comment period on its decision to reinstate the Roadless Rule on the Tongass.
‘Build Back Better’ Act Advances Through the U.S. House of Representatives
November 19, 2021 — The historic proposal would represent a significant opportunity to address climate risks to birds, people, and places we need.
National Audubon Society Sues California County to Improve Bird Protections in Controversial Wind Energy Project
November 17, 2021 — “Altamont Pass has been a black eye on the entire wind industry since its construction.”
EPA Restores Clean Water Act Protections for Important Wetlands along Mississippi River
November 17, 2021 — By blocking the destructive and ineffective Yazoo Pumps project, the EPA can protect bird habitat while also supporting alternative flood control measures for the region.
National Audubon Society Announces Dr. Elizabeth Gray as CEO
November 17, 2021 — Dr. Gray, a scientist and ornithologist will be the first woman to hold the CEO title in the organization’s 116 year history.