Press Room

Media Contact

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

Distinguished Group of Senators Stands Up in Defense of Key Bird Law
April 04, 2018 — Ten Senators urge Secretary Ryan Zinke to protect birds and interpret the Migratory Bird Treaty Act in the same manner as administrations from both parties the past 40 years.
Louisiana Coastal Restoration Project Vital to People and Birds Takes Major Step Forward
April 02, 2018 — State of Louisiana and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reduce permitting timeline by two years.
As Administrator Pruitt Rolls Back Car Emission Standards, Audubon Says the Move ‘Makes no sense’
April 02, 2018 — Rolling back fuel efficiency standards undermines one of the most effective federal policies aimed at reducing carbon emissions in the U.S.
Audubon Texas Honors Trio of Women Leaders in Conservation
March 29, 2018 — Claire Peterson Caudill, Maxine Johnston and Linda Shead received the Terry Hershey Award in Houston at the fourth annual Texas Women in Conservation luncheon.
Audubon Names Ana Paula Tavares as Head of New York and Connecticut State Offices
March 26, 2018 — Tavares will become executive director of Audubon New York and Audubon Connecticut after successful tenure at Rainforest Alliance.
Birds Come Out On Top during Omnibus Spending Negotiations
March 23, 2018 — Federal spending legislation includes much-needed support for critical conservation programs that protect birds and the places they need.
Audubon and National Park Service Predict Major Changes for Birds in a Warming World
March 21, 2018 — As our changing climate pushes birds out of historic ranges, America’s national parks could see an influx of newcomers and the departure of familiar species by 2050.
Audubon Urges Clean Energy Innovation
March 15, 2018 — Secretary of Energy Rick Perry to appear before House Appropriations Committee.
Washington Legislature Fails to Pass Popular Climate Bill
March 09, 2018 — An army of utility lobbyists defeated legislation setting a 100 percent clean electricity standard, despite support from a broad coalition of labor, public health, clean energy and conservation organizations.
Use Your Zip Code to Attract Brilliant Birds to Your Yard This Spring
March 08, 2018 — Audubon’s Plants for Birds database makes ecologically-friendly landscaping choices a snap.
Audubon: Birds and People Would Suffer Under the White House Budget Proposal
March 11, 2019 — Smart investments in our environment keep our communities safe, air and water clean and our climate habitable.
More Than 300 Scientists Oppose Arctic Refuge Drilling Plan
March 07, 2019 — Scientists and resource managers cite deficits in government’s draft environmental impact statement on proposed oil leasing program
Audubon California raises concerns about new proposed oyster farming project in Humboldt Bay
March 04, 2019 — Conservation organization warns against potential damage to vital eelgrass and mudflat habitat.
CALIFORNIA
Audubon New York Remembers Patricia “Pat” Keesee
March 01, 2019 — Pioneering conservationist for native plants and the birds that depend on them.
Audubon President Reacts to Confirmation of Andrew Wheeler, “I hope he remembers who he works for…our children and grandchildren.”
February 28, 2019 — Americans understand that the changing climate is a threat and they want government to do more.
US House Overwhelmingly Approves Permanent Reauthorization of Major Conservation Program
February 27, 2019 — If you have ever enjoyed a public park or natural area, you likely have the Land and Water Conservation Fund to thank.
UMR
Legislation introduced to further protect state’s migratory birds
February 26, 2019 — Assembly Bill 454 will eliminate a key loophole in state law that could imperil a wide variety of treasured bird species.
CALIFORNIA
Leaders in International Entrepreneurship, Statewide Tourism Join National Board of Directors at Audubon
February 22, 2019 — Two new directors bring global and local expertise and commitment to conservation to leading nonprofit.
Audubon Washington Urges Lawmakers to Make History as Clean Energy Legislation Comes to Floor Vote
February 22, 2019 — UPDATE: 100 percent clean electricity legislation passes state Senate 28-19, awaits floor vote in House.
Audubon California statement on new chair of the State Water Resources Control Board
February 13, 2019
CALIFORNIA