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National Audubon Society to Celebrate “The Birdsong Project” at Benefit Event
February 28, 2023 — Save the date: Wednesday, March 29 at 7 p.m.
News
A parent loon feeds a fish to its chick sitting on the other parent's back. A second chick swims in the water beside them.
Minnesota’s New Carbon-Free Energy Plan is a Win for Birds and People
February 07, 2023 — The state is the latest to adopt 100 percent clean energy goals.
Renewable Energy
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Get a Birding Boost: Join the Great Backyard Bird Count
January 23, 2023 — Positive vibes go both ways when people connect with birds.
News
A brown striped sparrow seats on a branch stuck in barbed wire.
Audubon Issues 100th Bird-Friendly Habitat Certification to Badger Creek Ranch
January 19, 2023 — Badger Creek Ranch herd in Colorado is working for birds through Audubon’s Conservation Ranching program.
News
2023 Audubon Photography Awards Open for Entries
January 11, 2023 — The North American photography and video contest is accepting entries until March 1, 2023.
News
Study Identifies Areas Most Likely to Sustain Biodiversity in a Changing Climate
January 11, 2023 — Study calls for areas to be prioritized in conservation efforts like the America the Beautiful Initiative.
News
Recently Passed Federal Funding Package Makes Investments in Natural Climate Solutions
December 23, 2022 — The Fiscal Year 2023 appropriations bill includes important wins for climate and conservation, though fails to include important legislation that would greatly benefit wildlife.
News
Congress Passes Audubon-backed Bill to Assess and Monitor Saltwater Lake Ecosystems in the West
December 20, 2022 — To better protect people and birds, Audubon science makes the case for the U.S. government’s first coordinated regional assessment of Great Basin saline lakes.
Western Water News
Trust Indigenous Land Stewards to Lead on Global Conservation
December 16, 2022 — Canada’s Indigenous-led conservation initiatives are model solutions for protecting biodiversity
EDIB at Audubon
Americas Flyways Initiative: birds, game-changers for saving nature
December 16, 2022 — The initiative will identify at least 30 critical landscapes and seascapes along the Americas flyways for urgent conservation, restoration, and management by local partners, communities, and indigenous peoples.
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Audubon Urges Advancement of a Proposed Rule to Strengthen Implementation of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act
December 01, 2023 — Audubon expresses disappointment in the rulemaking delay and commits to working with the Biden Administration to provide a win-win for birds and businesses.
News
A male juvenile Bald Eagle perches in a wooden enclosure holding a pink rope toy.
Connick, Captiva Nest Cam Eaglet Rehabbed at Audubon Center for Birds of Prey, Heads to Smithsonian National Zoo
November 28, 2023 — Fans can expect to see Connick on exhibit in Washington, D.C. in 2024.
FLORIDA
At COP28, Nature-Based Solutions are Needed to Combat Climate Change and Biodiversity Loss
November 28, 2023 — Audubon delegation to join world leaders at the annual UN climate conference to promote swift, equitable actions that benefit people and nature.
A streaky brown bird with a yellow throat and face stands on a barbed wire fence post.
White House Announces $5 Billion in Investments to Boost Rural Economies and Communities
November 01, 2023 — The funding will benefit birds and people.
Advocacy
Twenty Years On, Historic Water Deal Still Fails to Deliver for Salton Sea
October 05, 2023 — While progress under the QSA has been slow, partnership of leading conservation and community orgs hails recent momentum.
CALIFORNIA
Audubon Celebrates Legislation to Create New California Desert National Monument
September 25, 2023 — Chuckwalla National Monument would protect 660,000 acres of sacred and historic sites, wildlife habitat
CALIFORNIA
New BIG WIRES Act Would Help Achieve a Clean Energy Future for Birds and People
September 15, 2023 — “We have an urgent need to equitably and responsibly build out our nation's clean energy transmission infrastructure.”
Renewable Energy
A Great Egret looks down at its reflection in dark water.
National Audubon Society Announces New Chief Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging Officer
September 11, 2023 — Lisette Martinez Will Lead Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging For Conservation Organization.
News
Audubon Welcomes Five New Industry Leaders to National Board
August 30, 2023 — New Directors bring decades of experience in strategic planning, communications, public affairs, finance, and law across the U.S.
News
Study Finds Local Salton Sea Residents Would Use Recreational Facilities at a Healthy Sea
August 16, 2023 — Locals say outdoor recreational infrastructure at California’s largest lake would be an asset to the area.
CALIFORNIA