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New Legislation Would Protect Public Input and Hold Oil and Gas Drillers Accountable
September 21, 2020 — Two bills introduced by Sen. Michael Bennet (D-CO) increase accountability for oil and gas companies that walk away from their wells and ensure public oversight.
Administration Relaxes Rules for Oil and Gas Drilling in National Forests
August 31, 2020 — Proposed rule cuts the public out of oil and gas leasing decisions for National Forests.
Audubon Study Confirms Solar Is a Major Economic Driver in South Carolina
August 27, 2020 — Audubon South Carolina's newly commissioned report shows that the solar energy industry has a $1.5 billion impact in the state.
Climate
Converse County Oil and Gas Project Poses Serious Threats to Raptors, Sage-Grouse
August 25, 2020 — Conservation groups protest plan to build 5,000 new wells in critical wildlife habitat.
Lawsuit Fights Administration's Plan to Open 18 Million Acres of Western Arctic to Oil and Gas Drilling
August 25, 2020 — Environmental groups head to court to fight energy development plan that will damage pristine wilderness and critical habitat and deepen the climate crisis.
Senate Report Warns of Perils of Ignoring Science on Climate Change
August 25, 2020 — Senate Special Committee on the Climate Crisis calls for investing in a cleaner future in a post-COVID world
Audubon: “All-hands-on-deck to defend the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.”
August 24, 2020 — Audubon files federal lawsuit to stop the administration’s efforts to drill in the Refuge.
Louisiana Announces First-Ever Climate Goals
August 19, 2020 — Governor John Bel Edwards sets targets for reducing carbon emissions and establishes resilience strategies across state government.
Victory! Federal Judge Rules Administration’s Bird-Killing Policy is Illegal
August 11, 2020 — Today’s ruling makes it clear that the administration must halt its attempt to roll back the Migratory Bird Treaty Act.
Audubon Joins Coalition to Sue Administration Over Harmful NEPA Rules
August 06, 2020 — A broad coalition of justice and environmental groups are working together to fight changes that would gut 50 years of environmental protection.
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
Groups Seek Faster Progress from State, More Community Participation in Salton Sea Plans
April 07, 2021 — Nearby communities, threatened wildlife have no time for further delays
CALIFORNIA
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.
Budget Will Fund New York State Birding Trail and Reauthorize the Bond Act
April 07, 2021 — The Restore Mother Nature Bond Act, paired with historic funding levels for the Environmental Protection Fund, will enable us to substantially invest in safe recreation, clean air and water, and healthy habitats our birds need.
NEW YORK
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
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.