Renewable Energy

Lesser Prairie-Chicken,
New Transmission Line Improves Grid Resiliency and Supports Bird Habitat in New Mexico 
June 25, 2026 — Audubon helped ensure protections for the state’s Lesser Prairie-Chicken population.
SOUTHWEST Birds and Clean Energy
Canada Geese flying overhead in a V formation, seen through power lines.
Why Building Transmission Along Highways is Better for Birds
June 10, 2026 — Audubon and partners work to prioritize building transmission along existing rights-of-way.
The State of the Science on Land-Based Wind Energy and Birds
November 05, 2025 — The Renewable Energy Wildlife Institute (REWI) summarizes current research and strategies to address risks to birds.
Senate Budget Bill Delivers a Blow to Clean Energy, but Public Lands Sell-Off Averted
July 01, 2025
Policy
A tern holding a fish in its beak flies down toward another tern standing on driftwood with its beak open.
Responsible Offshore Wind Development is a Clear Win for Birds, the U.S. Economy, and our Climate
January 17, 2025 — Audubon's report shares how offshore wind can be balanced with the needs of communities and wildlife.
Accelerating Responsible Clean Energy Development: Audubon's Efforts in 2024
October 18, 2024 — From warbler research to transmission line placement, Audubon staff worked on planning with birds and people in mind.
Offshore wind is a solvable problem for birds. Climate change status quo is not.
September 30, 2024 — At Climate Week NYC, Audubon collaborated with partners and hosted a panel about responsible offshore wind development.
Revised Plan Provides a Framework to Balance Solar Development and Conservation on Public Lands
August 29, 2024 — The Bureau of Land Management’s revised Western Solar Plan offers clearer guidelines for responsible solar siting.
How Clean Energy Can Benefit Climate, Communities, And Conservation
July 29, 2024 — Conservation groups can make sure clean energy and transmission projects are responsibly sited and operated.
New FERC Transmission Rule Will Help Improve Long-Term Planning to Responsibly Expand the Grid
May 13, 2024