Renewable Energy

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Congress Must Maintain Historic Climate and Economic Progress
April 20, 2023 — A plan to raise the nation’s debt ceiling would reverse job-creating tax incentives and jeopardize climate and conservation protections.
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Why Climate Matters for Birds, on Earth Day and Every Day
April 10, 2023 — Audubon is protecting birds and the places they need in a climate-altered world.
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What Offshore Wind Energy Can Teach Us About Seabirds
March 10, 2023 — We’re learning more about seabirds from the monitoring studies required for offshore wind energy development.
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Minnesota’s New Carbon-Free Energy Plan is a Win for Birds and People
February 07, 2023 — The state is the latest to adopt 100 percent clean energy goals.
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Interior Department Holds Offshore Wind Lease Sale in California
December 06, 2022 — “Environmentally responsible offshore wind can help reduce our carbon emissions while protecting birds and the places they need.”
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Finding Clean Energy Solutions in Eastern Washington
October 21, 2022 — The launch of Washington’s least-conflict solar siting project is a milestone for Audubon’s clean energy efforts in the state.
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Improvements to FWS Permit Process Could Help Protect Eagles While Advancing Renewable Energy Projects
September 29, 2022 — Audubon will work to ensure that the final rule advances the conservation of Bald and Golden Eagles
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New Indiana Poll Reveals Strong Bipartisan Support for Renewable Energy
January 28, 2022 — Net metering policies proves to be very popular among Indiana voters.
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National Audubon Society Sues California County to Improve Bird Protections in Controversial Wind Energy Project
November 17, 2021 — “Altamont Pass has been a black eye on the entire wind industry since its construction.”
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LevelTen Energy, The Nature Conservancy, and The National Audubon Society Advocate for a Sustainable and Equitable Energy Transition with Launch of New Impact Principles
November 15, 2021 — New jointly-written white paper provides principles and framework for buying and developing renewable energy projects with positive impacts on local communities, conservation efforts, and the climate.
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