Press Room

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

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.
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.
Migratory Bird Initiative
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.
LevelTen Energy, The Nature Conservancy, and The National Audubon Society Advocate for a Sustainable and Equitable Energy Transition with Launch of New Impact Principles
November 15, 2021 — New jointly-written white paper provides principles and framework for buying and developing renewable energy projects with positive impacts on local communities, conservation efforts, and the climate.
Renewable Energy
Great Blue Heron.
Landmark Legislation Sets a Framework for a Cleaner Future for People and Birds
November 05, 2021 — While some priorities remain to be addressed, the infrastructure and reconciliation bills together represent the nation’s largest investment in addressing the causes and impacts of climate change.
Federal Agreement Would Provide $250m for Salton Sea Remediation Projects
November 29, 2022 — “A major step forward … to safeguard residents and the environment.”
CALIFORNIA
Attendees enjoy an outdoor evening performance at Tropical Audubon Society's Birdstock event at the historic Doc Thomas House.
Audubon Florida Honors Local Chapters, Projects at 2022 Chapter Celebration
November 22, 2022 — Award categories included Conservation, Education, and Chapter of the Year.
FLORIDA
Lesser Prairie-Chicken Now Listed Under the Endangered Species Act
November 17, 2022 — The Fish and Wildlife Service’s decision presents an opportunity to protect the bird while bolstering rural economies.
Audubon Invites Volunteers to Join the 123rd Christmas Bird Count
November 16, 2022 — The longest-running bird census provides important data for scientists and conservationists worldwide.
News
Federal Agency Increases Efforts to Conserve Habitat Connectivity on Public Lands
November 15, 2022 — Migratory birds, big-game, and other wildlife will benefit from increased connectivity on federally managed lands.
Six fluffy Hooded Merganser ducklings sit along a log in the water, facing different directions.
Statement on the Passage of the Clean Water, Clean Air, and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act
November 09, 2022
NEW YORK
As Americans Make Their Voices Heard, Audubon Pledges to Continue to Work Toward a Cleaner Future for People and Wildlife
November 09, 2022 — Caring about birds transcends politics.
Audubon Calls on World Leaders to Take Immediate Action to Combat Climate and Biodiversity Crisis
November 07, 2022 — The leading bird conservation organization in the Americas calls for COP27 leaders to take swift, meaningful, and collaborative action to protect natural ecosystems, defend biodiversity, and implement an inclusive and just climate transition.
Statements on Duck Baiting Arrest and Sentencing
November 03, 2022
CONNECTICUT
New Audubon Study Reveals Discrepancies in Conservation Planning Methods
November 02, 2022 — Researchers used Audubon’s Survival by Degrees report to compare different approaches to climate-informed bird conservation planning.