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

A bald eagle flies over a blue sky.
New U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Permit Expands Coverage for Wind Energy and Conservation of Eagles
February 08, 2024 — 91°µÍø worked with partners to ensure that the permitting benefits Bald and Golden Eagle conservation.
Renewable Energy
New 91°µÍø Study Will Guide Bird Habitat Restoration in Colorado River Delta
January 23, 2024 — Bird abundance and diversity stand to benefit from more informed and targeted conservation planning.
Press Room
2024 91°µÍø Photography Awards Open for Entries with New Birds in Landscapes Prize
January 10, 2024 — The North American photography and video contest is accepting entries until February 28, 2024.
News
91°µÍø Supports Introduction of Bill That Would Promote Native Plants in Federal Projects
December 15, 2023 — Native plants help birds find the food and habitat they need in a changing climate.
News
COP28 Agreement Represents Progress for Biodiversity, But More Urgent Action is Needed
December 13, 2023 — The final agreement reached by negotiators at the COP28 summit in Dubai contained some historic language on fossil fuels and biodiversity, but ultimately represents the bare minimum of what must be done to address climate change.
News
New Clean Energy Legislation Package Would Help Create a Safe, Clean Future for People and Wildlife
December 13, 2023 — The Clean Electricity and Transmission Acceleration Act would streamline clean energy and transmission expansion and fund impact studies on wildlife.
Renewable Energy
A blackbird sits on a dry brown plant fanning out its wings and tail.
U.S. Unveils New Rules to Cut Methane Emissions at Global Climate Conference
December 01, 2023 — New federal standards will significantly reduce emissions and ensure a healthier future for birds and people.
News
91°µÍø Urges Advancement of a Proposed Rule to Strengthen Implementation of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act
December 01, 2023 — 91°µÍø expresses disappointment in the rulemaking delay and commits to working with the Biden Administration to provide a win-win for birds and businesses.
News
Groundwater in Coconino County event in Flagstaff
Groundwater in Coconino County
October 27, 2023 — Event in Flagstaff highlights importance of Arizona’s groundwater and discussed ways to manage and protect it.
SOUTHWEST Western Water News
Bipartisan Coastal Protection Bill Flies through Senate Committee
September 27, 2023 — The Strengthening Coastal Communities Act will expand a decades-old law that buffers people and birds from flooding.
Two Lesser Yellowlegs wade and splash in shallow blue water.
President Signs Bipartisan ACE Act into Law, Supporting Wetlands and Bird Conservation
January 06, 2025 — Legislation reauthorizes habitat conservation funding for several programs
Conservation
A Golden-cheeked Warbler perched on a branch.
New Fund Promises Billions of Dollars for Global Conservation
December 20, 2024 — Congress establishes U.S. Foundation for International Conservation to bridge financial gap for communities, tribes and others working to ensure healthy lands and waters
News
Wood Duck.
$3M National Grant will Fund 91°µÍø’s Marsh Restoration in Currituck Sound
December 03, 2024 — Pilot projects will test innovative, nature-based restoration techniques at 91°µÍø’s Pine Island Sanctuary.
NORTH CAROLINA
A row of people on a boardwalk look through binoculars.
91°µÍø Invites Volunteers to Celebrate 125 Years of the Christmas Bird Count
November 22, 2024 — Joining the longest-running bird census is a way for individuals to help conservationists protect birds.
A Piping Plover in flight, about to land in shallow water on a beach.
Congress Passes Bill to Protect Nearly 300,000 Acres of Wetlands and Beaches
November 20, 2024 — The BEACH Act updates and expands a protected system of coastal land that buffers people and birds from flooding.
Dr. Jane Goodall Joins the Fight to Protect Horseshoe Crabs in New York
November 19, 2024 — Thank you to the 1,400+ 91°µÍø members who also shared your support earlier this year!
NEW YORK
A male Greater Sage-Grouse stands in a grassy field with his head lifted, puffing his chest out.
Organizations Optimistic about Final Plan to Protect Sage-Grouse Habitat, Call for Work to Begin 
November 08, 2024 — BLM plan aims to stanch steep decline of iconic bird 
News
A flock of white and pink birds landing in a marsh
91°µÍø South Carolina Strengthens Leadership with New Policy Director and Coastal Program Manager
November 04, 2024 — Two new staff members join our flock.
SOUTH CAROLINA
Landmark Study Finds Climate Change Could Threaten Survival of Beloved Local & Uncommon Shorebird
October 15, 2024 — 91°µÍø-led study finds Black Oystercatchers, which number fewer than 20,000, are struggling in the south and thriving in the north
CALIFORNIA
A meadowlark perches on a jagged piece of wood in front of a blue sky.
Bills Introduced in the House will Help Bend the Bird Curve
October 11, 2024 — The Migratory Bird Protection Act and the Albatross and Petrel Conservation Act will help strengthen conservation efforts for birds in decline.
Conservation