Press Room

Media Contact

If you are a member of the press, you can reach 91�� Media Relations at media@audubon.org.

New Orleans Approves Net-Zero Carbon Standard by 2040

April 15, 2020 — Historic measure commits New Orleans to a zero-carbon energy portfolio by 2050, phasing out fossil fuels.

91�� Hires New Action Fund Leader and Expands Climate Team

April 14, 2020 — Investment signals continued commitment to bipartisan advocacy for birds and people.

Virginia Governor Signs the First Statewide Clean Energy Standard in the Southeast

April 13, 2020 — Gov. Ralph Northam gives the birds and people of Virginia hope for a clean energy future with the Virginia Clean Economy Act.

New Leadership at 91�� Washington and 91�� Great Lakes

April 10, 2020 — Deborah Jensen and Michelle Parker join team of state leaders

Public Comment Period on Gutting of 100-Year-Old Bird Protection Law Ends

March 19, 2020 — Despite national emergency, the Administration is ignoring requests to extend public comment deadlines.

Washington Legislature Ends with Mixed Climate Victories and More Work Ahead for Comprehensive Climate Action

March 12, 2020 — Policy discussions on a clean fuels standard, carbon pricing, and other economy-wide approaches to carbon reduction lays groundwork for substantive climate action in 2021.

Federal Court Rules Against Massive Old-Growth Rainforest Logging Plan in Alaska

March 12, 2020 — Decision is a Win for Subsistence Hunters and Families on Alaska’s Prince of Wales Island

Senate Misses Opportunity By Scuttling Energy Package

March 10, 2020

Advocacy

Economic Impacts Analysis Determines Resilient-Renewable Energy Standard is the Best Path Forward for New Orleans

March 09, 2020 — The proposal, submitted by the Energy Future New Orleans coalition, will establish a 100 percent Renewable Energy Standard by 2040 and result in more jobs, greater emissions reductions, and more local investment than alternatives

News

Virginia Becomes Climate Leader in Southeast Passing Historic Clean Economy Act

March 06, 2020 — The 100% clean energy standard legislation gives birds and people of Virginia a “fighting chance against climate change.”

91�� Applauds New Protections for a New England Fish That Seabirds Rely On

January 11, 2021 — NOAA approved a new policy to protect Atlantic herring.

Seas & Shores

91��: “History—and we–will hold responsible the elected officials who have promoted the assault on our democracy.”

January 06, 2021 — A statement from David Yarnold, president and CEO of the 91��.

Unprecedented Rollback of Bird Protections Cemented in Administration’s Final Days

January 05, 2021 — Finalized bird-killer policy sidesteps the courts in a clear attempt to hamstring incoming administration from being able to protect birds.

91�� California: Padilla a Voice for “Strong, Sensible” Conservation Policy Solutions

December 22, 2020 — Calif. Secretary of State Alex Padilla tapped to replace VP-Elect Kamala Harris

CALIFORNIA

With Omnibus Legislation, Congress Takes Strong Action on Greenhouse Gases

December 21, 2020 — The American Innovation and Manufacturing Act is “one of the strongest actions that Congress has taken to directly address climate change.”