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Two Black Terns in nonbreeding plumage fly over water in the foreground, with a third out of focus in the background.
Federal Bill Will Protect the Tiny Ocean Fish that Seabirds Need to Survive
October 29, 2021 — The Forage Fish Conservation Act will maintain a healthy forage fish population for the benefit of birds and local economies.
The Energy Innovation Agenda is at a Crossroads
October 18, 2021 — Bipartisan legislation moving through Congress will provide important investments in clean energy for people and wildlife.
Renewable Energy
Conservation and Energy Groups Unite as Federal Government Re-envisions Power Policy
October 14, 2021 — A diverse coalition draws attention to siting issues and advanced transmission technologies in a filing before the federal regulatory commission.
Renewable Energy
Biden Administration Restores Protections for Three National Monuments
October 08, 2021 — The Northeast Canyons and Seamounts, Bears Ears, and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments are critical for birds and people.
North Carolina Passes Major Bipartisan Climate Bill
October 07, 2021 — House Bill 951 requires deep cuts to carbon emissions on a timetable that will help reduce the worst impacts of climate change for birds and people.
Black-necked Stilt. Mick Thompson
A Step Forward in Securing Water for a Drying Great Salt Lake
October 04, 2021 — Collaboration of business, government agencies, and conservation groups dedicate water to Farmington Bay of Great Salt Lake for ten years.
Western Water News
Orange County Oil Spill of Extreme Concern to Migrating Seabirds
October 04, 2021 — It is time to stop putting our coastal birds and communities at risk from the oil industry.
Critical Migratory Bird Protections Restored by Biden-Harris Administration
September 29, 2021 — Longstanding Migratory Bird Treaty Act protections will be reinstated and a key process to strengthen the rules now begins.
(UPDATE) U.S. House of Representatives Passes 91做厙-supported Saline Lake Ecosystems Bill
September 23, 2021 — The bill provides for a coordinated scientific effort to inform effective management and conservation of Saline Lake habitats in the arid West.
Western Water News
Canada Pledges $340 Million to Support Indigenous Stewardship Programs
August 26, 2021 — This funding is crucial in the efforts to protect biodiversity and in the fight to slow climate change.
Boreal Forests
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Statement on the Passage of the Clean Water, Clean Air, and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act
November 09, 2022
NEW YORK
As Americans Make Their Voices Heard, 91做厙 Pledges to Continue to Work Toward a Cleaner Future for People and Wildlife
November 09, 2022 — Caring about birds transcends politics.
91做厙 Calls on World Leaders to Take Immediate Action to Combat Climate and Biodiversity Crisis
November 07, 2022 — The leading bird conservation organization in the Americas calls for COP27 leaders to take swift, meaningful, and collaborative action to protect natural ecosystems, defend biodiversity, and implement an inclusive and just climate transition.
Statements on Duck Baiting Arrest and Sentencing
November 03, 2022
CONNECTICUT
New 91做厙 Study Reveals Discrepancies in Conservation Planning Methods
November 02, 2022 — Researchers used 91做厙s Survival by Degrees report to compare different approaches to climate-informed bird conservation planning.
91做厙 Appoints Marketing and Strategy Leaders to National Board
October 31, 2022 — New Directors bring experience in culture-building, corporate strategy, fundraising, and engagement in Latin America and the U.S.
91做厙 California Urges Backyard Birders to Empty Bird Baths and Feeders as Avian Flu Spreads
October 27, 2022 — Waterfowl crowding at Salton Sea, Central Valley Refuges a recipe for an epidemic.
CALIFORNIA
Lead Community and Environmental Organizations Say Federal Funds for Salton Sea are Critical Part of Colorado River Negotiations
October 26, 2022 — Response to comments by Ariz. Sen. Mark Kelly
CALIFORNIA
New 91做厙 Study: Climate Change Threatens Bird Populations in the National Wildlife Refuge System
October 26, 2022 — Left unchecked, warming temperatures and increased climate threats could affect environmental conditions for half of the birds throughout all of the systems refuges.
Assemblymember Kalra, Natural Resources Agency, and Advocates Kick Off California's 30x30 Partnership
October 06, 2022 — "...it prioritizes listening to communities and building partnerships between members of the public, tribes, and government agencies that are essential to meeting the 30x30 goals."
CALIFORNIA