In this issue: Advancing Clean Energy & Protecting Alaskan Bald Eagles
| We are engaging in the clean energy transition to protect North American bird species from climate change and ensure that infrastructure is planned with birds and people in mind. Over the past year, we worked with clean energy developers and federal and state agencies in advocating for bird-safe practices on 36 gigawatts of wind and solar and nearly 45 gigawatts of transmission capacity. Click here to discover more about our recent efforts | | | | |
| Maple syrup producers have a unique opportunity to benefit an incredible variety of nesting and migratory songbirds. By promoting diverse trees, shrubs, and varied layers of vegetation in their forest, they can positively impact both sap production and bird well-being. Click here to meet three maple producers leading the way | | | | |
| Scarlet Tanager. Photo: Travis Bonovsky/Audubon Photography Awards | | | | |
| We are proud to partner with the communities of Klukwan and Haines to protect the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve, a crucial migration route for many Alaska birds. This story highlights the dedication of local residents working to safeguard their watershed and cultural heritage. Click here to read more about their inspiring work | | | | |
| Klukwan is a small, ancient, Alaska Native village positioned on the banks of the Chilkat River in Southeast Alaska. Photo: Mike Fernandez/Audubon | | | | |
| The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers recently awarded three contracts to advance key Everglades restoration projects, supported in part by President Biden's Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. These projects, part of the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (CERP), include efforts to preserve water in Broward County, build a reservoir in the Indian River Lagoon, and construct a major embankment dam in the Everglades Agricultural Area. We have championed Everglades conservation for over 100 years and call on Congress to keep up this momentum by passing the Water Resources Development Act of 2024. Click here and learn more about this historic progress | | | | |
| Roseate Spoonbill. Photo: Bill Dix/Audubon Photography Awards | | | | |
| Urban areas are critical for birds, providing nesting, migration, and wintering habitats. As climate change and habitat loss increase threats, conserving urban spaces is essential for the health of bird populations and our communities. The Urban Bird Treaty Act will improve parks, reduce bird hazards like window and building collisions, and connect people with nature. Take action—urge your U.S. Representative to support the Urban Bird Treaty Act! | | | | |
| Red-tailed Hawk. Photo: Melissa Haylock/Audubon Photography Awards | | | | |
| While we have you, we want to thank you for staying informed about our work to protect birds and the places they need. Your actions matter, and so do your opinions. Please consider taking this short survey that will have a lasting impact on our work. It should only take a few minutes to complete. Click here to take the survey | | | | |
| Wild Turkey. Photo: Joe Trezza/Audubon Photography Awards | | | | |
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