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Emperor Geese over Izembek National Wildlife Refuge.
Izembek: An Incredibly Critical Migratory Bird Habitat Is at Risk
December 09, 2024 — The Department of the Interior released a draft Environmental Impact Statement recommending a multi-part land swap, spelling trouble for Izembek National Wildlife Refuge and public lands across Alaska.
ALASKA Important Bird Areas
A pelican takes flight.
The Next Phase of Responsible Offshore Wind Energy
November 14, 2024 — ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ and our partners are advocating for responsible offshore wind energy in BOEM’s latest planning phase for the central Atlantic Coast.
NORTH CAROLINA Birds and Clean Energy
Photos: Brittany Salmons/ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½; Cape May Warbler. Photo: Mary Kay Flick/ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Photography Awards; Philadelphia Vireo. Photo: Jory Teltser/ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Photography Awards; Yellow-bellied Sapsucker. Photo: Morgan Quimby/ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Photography Awards.
ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Members Gather at NC Summit
October 10, 2024 — In the wake of Hurricane Helene, staff and chapters come together to strengthen bonds, share inspiration.
NORTH CAROLINA
The Texas Space Race: A Brief Reflection on Environmental Challenges and Opportunities
July 08, 2024
TEXAS Coastal Resilience
ENRTF Postcard
Minnesota’s Environment and Natural Resources Trust Fund...
June 18, 2024 — ...IS ON THE 2024 BALLOT
UMR
Celebrating Legislative Wins for Vermont: A Victory for Environment and Workforce Development
June 18, 2024 — Progressive policy-making achieves significant legislative milestones that protect Vermont's natural heritage, promote sustainable development, and invest in the future of our youth.
VERMONT
ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ members standing outside the Legislative Building on Advocacy Day. Photo: Caitlin O'Hara
ÌÇÐÄ´«Ã½ Members Speak Up for Birds at Advocacy Day
June 06, 2024 — More than 80 members from across the state met with their lawmakers to advocate for family land protections, wetlands, and conservation funding.
NORTH CAROLINA
Responsible Energy Policy is Necessary for Bending the Bird Curve
May 23, 2024
TEXAS
A man stands on a hill above sagebrush steppe.
Enhancing Protections for the Greater Sage-Grouse: A Pivotal Moment for Conservation
May 14, 2024 — Sage-grouse biologist Tom Christiansen's op-ed in the Casper Star Tribune.
ROCKIES
Purple Martin flying with an insect in its beak.
New Hope Bird Alliance to Kick-off Year of the Aerial Insectivore
May 09, 2024 — A ribbon cutting is scheduled for May 11 to celebrate these high-flying, insect eating birds, and highlight the threats they face.
NORTH CAROLINA