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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.
Delaware River Watershed
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
Working Lands
National Audubon Society Announces Largest Market-Based Regenerative Grasslands Partnership in the U.S.
April 06, 2021 — Partnership with Panorama Organic Grass-Fed Meats will restore habitat, combat climate change on one million acres of working ranchland.
National Audubon Society Celebrates Resolution Declaring April Native Plant Month
April 01, 2021 — ​National resolution recognizes native plants that help birds, pollinators and other wildlife to thrive.
Biden Infrastructure Proposal Presents a Unique Opportunity for a Cleaner Future for Birds and People
March 31, 2021 — Prioritizing the reduction of harmful emissions and investing in healthy ecosystems while revitalizing the economy will help the country and environment rebuild and recover.
New Federal Report Shows 80-Percent Decline in Greater Sage-Grouse Populations
March 30, 2021 — New numbers are another indicator of increasing threats to sagebrush country.
Ducks in the Southern U.S. Have Shifted Northward Due to Temperature Changes Attributed to Climate Change
March 30, 2021 — A new study shows patterns uncovered by community scientists over 50 years have repercussions for both wildlife and people
Audubon Applauds Confirmation of Mike Connor to Lead Army Civil Works
November 04, 2021 — Former Audubon board member, Mike Connor, is a dedicated advocate for birds, people, and the places we need.
New Methane Emission Rules Will Help Create a Better Future for Birds and People
November 02, 2021 — Methane is a major contributor to climate change that threatens the survival of birds.
Two Black Terns in nonbreeding plumage fly over water in the foreground, with a third out of focus in the background.
Federal Bill Will Protect the Tiny Ocean Fish that Seabirds Need to Survive
October 29, 2021 — The Forage Fish Conservation Act will maintain a healthy forage fish population for the benefit of birds and local economies.
Birdability Week 2021 Celebrates Birders with Disabilities and Other Health Concerns
October 18, 2021 — In its second year, the annual event offers opportunity to share resources and ideas to help the birding community be more accessible, inclusive, and welcoming to “everybody and every body.”
Conservation and Energy Groups Unite as Federal Government Re-envisions Power Policy
October 14, 2021 — A diverse coalition draws attention to siting issues and advanced transmission technologies in a filing before the federal regulatory commission.
Renewable Energy
Biden Administration Restores Protections for Three National Monuments
October 08, 2021 — The Northeast Canyons and Seamounts, Bears Ears, and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments are critical for birds and people.
North Carolina Passes Major Bipartisan Climate Bill
October 07, 2021 — House Bill 951 requires deep cuts to carbon emissions on a timetable that will help reduce the worst impacts of climate change for birds and people.
Huntington Beach Oil Spill Fouls Beaches Home to Federally Threatened Snowy Plovers
October 06, 2021 — Petroleum-smeared shorebirds face slow death after ingesting contaminants
CALIFORNIA
Black-necked Stilt. Mick Thompson
A Step Forward in Securing Water for a Drying Great Salt Lake
October 04, 2021 — Collaboration of business, government agencies, and conservation groups dedicate water to Farmington Bay of Great Salt Lake for ten years.
Western Water News
Orange County Oil Spill of Extreme Concern to Migrating Seabirds
October 04, 2021 — “It is time to stop putting our coastal birds and communities at risk from the oil industry.”