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

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
Gulf Coast birds receive nearly $35 million investment from BP oil spill settlement
March 22, 2021 — Deepwater Horizon Trustees propose new bird projects to restore rookery islands, support stewardship, and remove marine debris.
Delaware Governor Signs Invasive Plant Bill with Unanimous Support
March 17, 2021 — Legislation sets eyes on more bird-friendly, sustainable natural ecosystems across the state.
Delaware River Watershed
Largest Offshore Wind Project in U.S. Takes Step Closer to Approval with Completion of Environmental Review
March 08, 2021 — Findings show that Vineyard Wind Project will provide energy to hundreds of thousands of homes while mitigating impacts to wildlife
Climate
Next Steps Announced in Process to Reinstate and Strengthen Migratory Bird Treaty Act
March 08, 2021 — The Trump administration’s final rule will go into effect today, but a new rulemaking process will begin that is expected to bring back critical bird protections.
Delaware River Basin Commission Vote Shows Commitment to Clean, Reliable Water
February 26, 2021 — Audubon commends the regional agency for taking important steps to protect and manage water resources for birds and communities.
Delaware River Watershed
Audubon Responds to Serious Allegations Against a Prominent Birder
February 16, 2021
National Audubon Society Announces Merger of Audubon Mid-Atlantic, New Executive Director Suzanne Biemiller
February 16, 2021 — Uniting forces of Audubon Pennsylvania & Audubon Maryland-DC, the leading bird conservation organization sets sights on large-scale, region-wide conservation efforts.
Innovative Bill Would Promote Regenerative Ranching in California
February 10, 2021 — Audubon-sponsored bill encourages ranching practices that restore grasslands and sequester carbon.
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.”
Audubon California: Orange County Oil Spill of Extreme Concern to Migrating Seabirds
October 03, 2021 — “It is time to stop putting our coastal birds and communities at risk from the oil industry.”
CALIFORNIA
Critical Migratory Bird Protections Restored by Biden-Harris Administration
September 29, 2021 — Longstanding Migratory Bird Treaty Act protections will be reinstated and a key process to strengthen the rules now begins.