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

2024 Audubon Photography Awards Open for Entries with New Birds in Landscapes Prize
January 10, 2024 — The North American photography and video contest is accepting entries until February 28, 2024.
News
Audubon Supports Introduction of Bill That Would Promote Native Plants in Federal Projects
December 15, 2023 — Native plants help birds find the food and habitat they need in a changing climate.
News
COP28 Agreement Represents Progress for Biodiversity, But More Urgent Action is Needed
December 13, 2023 — The final agreement reached by negotiators at the COP28 summit in Dubai contained some historic language on fossil fuels and biodiversity, but ultimately represents the bare minimum of what must be done to address climate change.
News
New Clean Energy Legislation Package Would Help Create a Safe, Clean Future for People and Wildlife
December 13, 2023 — The Clean Electricity and Transmission Acceleration Act would streamline clean energy and transmission expansion and fund impact studies on wildlife.
Renewable Energy
A blackbird sits on a dry brown plant fanning out its wings and tail.
U.S. Unveils New Rules to Cut Methane Emissions at Global Climate Conference
December 01, 2023 — New federal standards will significantly reduce emissions and ensure a healthier future for birds and people.
News
Audubon Urges Advancement of a Proposed Rule to Strengthen Implementation of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act
December 01, 2023 — Audubon expresses disappointment in the rulemaking delay and commits to working with the Biden Administration to provide a win-win for birds and businesses.
News
Groundwater in Coconino County event in Flagstaff
Groundwater in Coconino County
October 27, 2023 — Event in Flagstaff highlights importance of Arizona’s groundwater and discussed ways to manage and protect it.
SOUTHWEST Western Water News
Bipartisan Coastal Protection Bill Flies through Senate Committee
September 27, 2023 — The Strengthening Coastal Communities Act will expand a decades-old law that buffers people and birds from flooding.
New BIG WIRES Act Would Help Achieve a Clean Energy Future for Birds and People
September 15, 2023 — “We have an urgent need to equitably and responsibly build out our nation's clean energy transmission infrastructure.”
Renewable Energy
A Great Egret looks down at its reflection in dark water.
National Audubon Society Announces New Chief Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging Officer
September 11, 2023 — Lisette Martinez Will Lead Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging For Conservation Organization.
News
A Piping Plover in flight, about to land in shallow water on a beach.
Congress Passes Bill to Protect Nearly 300,000 Acres of Wetlands and Beaches
November 20, 2024 — The BEACH Act updates and expands a protected system of coastal land that buffers people and birds from flooding.
Dr. Jane Goodall Joins the Fight to Protect Horseshoe Crabs in New York
November 19, 2024 — Thank you to the 1,400+ Audubon members who also shared your support earlier this year!
NEW YORK
A male Greater Sage-Grouse stands in a grassy field with his head lifted, puffing his chest out.
Organizations Optimistic about Final Plan to Protect Sage-Grouse Habitat, Call for Work to Begin 
November 08, 2024 — BLM plan aims to stanch steep decline of iconic bird 
News
A flock of white and pink birds landing in a marsh
Audubon South Carolina Strengthens Leadership with New Policy Director and Coastal Program Manager
November 04, 2024 — Two new staff members join our flock.
SOUTH CAROLINA
Landmark Study Finds Climate Change Could Threaten Survival of Beloved Local & Uncommon Shorebird
October 15, 2024 — Audubon-led study finds Black Oystercatchers, which number fewer than 20,000, are struggling in the south and thriving in the north
CALIFORNIA
A meadowlark perches on a jagged piece of wood in front of a blue sky.
Bills Introduced in the House will Help Bend the Bird Curve
October 11, 2024 — The Migratory Bird Protection Act and the Albatross and Petrel Conservation Act will help strengthen conservation efforts for birds in decline.
Conservation
Governor Newsom Overrides the State Legislature to Deny Groundwater Protections to Disadvantaged Communities and the Environment
September 26, 2024
CALIFORNIA
Audubon Texas asks Texans to go Lights Out During 2024 Peak Fall Migration Period
September 25, 2024
TEXAS
Woman on wetlands with binoculars
Second Crossing Public Forum Coming Up!
September 24, 2024 — The public is invited to attend an in-person forum on the Juneau Douglas North Crossing Planning and Environmental Linkages Study concerning a major development project that could be constructed on the Mendenhall Wetlands State Game Refuge.
ALASKA
Audubon California Applauds NOAA’s Progress on the Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary
September 06, 2024 — The historic sanctuary will provide critical protections for marine wildlife and birds
CALIFORNIA