A Closer Look At Audubon's Advocacy
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Advocacy
Bipartisan Bill Addressing Pollution on Working Lands and Economic Support to Landowners Passes Senate
June 24, 2021 —
WASHINGTON (June 24, 2021) – “The Growing Climate Solutions Act recognizes the critical role that our working lands play in
Audubon Report Shows That Important Bird Habitats are Key Natural Solutions to Climate Change
June 3, 2021 — Important ecosystems for birds can also store tens of millions of tons of carbon naturally if maintained and restored.
Making a Call for a More Inclusive Outdoors on Black Birders Week, and All Year Long
June 2, 2021 — Two bills being considered in Congress would help make outdoor spaces more inclusive by making access more equitable.
Audubon’s Network Achieves Local Wins for Earth Week
May 6, 2021 — Leaders across the country worked with local officials to pass bird-friendly proclamations and resolutions during the global observance of Earth Week
New House Legislation for Forests Falls Short on Protections and Emissions Reductions Needed
May 5, 2021 — The recently reintroduced Trillion Trees Act shows improvements from previous Congress, but still weakens bedrock laws without sufficient gains
Largest-ever Seabird Action Week Demonstrates the Power of the Audubon Network
April 30, 2021 — Audubon’s third annual advocacy week brings activists together from around the country to speak up for seabirds.
Reigning in Carbon Emissions and Advancing Justice in Washington State
April 30, 2021 — Climate and environmental justice made progress in the 2021 Washington State Legislature
Advocates Attend Virtual “Hill Day” in Record Numbers to Champion Delaware River Watershed
April 29, 2021 — Audubon leaders and coalition partners brought local voices to Capitol Hill to support clean water legislation.
A Bipartisan Approach to Reduce Emissions on Working Lands
April 21, 2021 — The Growing Climate Solutions Act recognizes the role played by farmers, ranchers, and foresters in the fight against climate change.
Reintroduced Legislation Removes Obstacles to Reducing Pollution on Working Lands While Helping Producers and Wildlife
April 20, 2021 — The bipartisan Growing Climate Solutions Act of 2021 helps reduce emissions from farms, ranches, and forests while providing support to landowners