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2022 U.S. State of the Birds Report Reveals Widespread Losses of Birds in All Habitats—Except for One
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2022 U.S. State of the Birds Report Reveals Widespread Losses of Birds in All Habitats—Except for One

In 50 years, birds have increased overall in wetlands, a singular exception that shows the way forward for saving birds and benefiting people.

As Climate Change Threatens Birds, Great Lakes States Recognize the Importance of Clean Energy
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As Climate Change Threatens Birds, Great Lakes States Recognize the Importance of Clean Energy

Celebrate Clean Energy Week, September 26 – 30, 2022

First-of-Its-Kind Digital Platform Reveals Migration Data for Birds Across the Americas Just In Time for Fall Migration
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First-of-Its-Kind Digital Platform Reveals Migration Data for Birds Across the Americas Just In Time for Fall Migration

Interactive digital platform visualizes the incredible journeys of migratory birds, how they connect us across the hemisphere, and the widespread challenges they face throughout their full annual cycle.

New Study Tracks Waterbird Use of Chicago-area Wetlands
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New Study Tracks Waterbird Use of Chicago-area Wetlands

Research shows that wetland birds are using Chicagoland wetlands, despite the heavy surrounding urbanization

“Bird the Preserves” During Fall Migration Season
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“Bird the Preserves” During Fall Migration Season

The Forest Preserves of Cook County offers hotspots like Eggers Grove, a hidden gem for birding on Chicago’s Southeast Side

Building Properly Siting Transmission Lines Needed to Secure a Safer Future for Birds and People
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Building Properly Siting Transmission Lines Needed to Secure a Safer Future for Birds and People

We can expand renewable energy and protect birds

Great Lakes Piping Plovers Have a Record-breaking Breeding Season
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Great Lakes Piping Plovers Have a Record-breaking Breeding Season

Piping plover recovery partners are celebrating many successes as the summer comes to a close

Senator Tammy Baldwin Tours Allouez Bay Restoration Project with Audubon Great Lakes to Discuss Importance of Federal Policy on Local Conservation
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Senator Tammy Baldwin Tours Allouez Bay Restoration Project with Audubon Great Lakes to Discuss Importance of Federal Policy on Local Conservation

Audubon Great Lakes Shares Wetland Restoration Work, Thanks Sen. Baldwin for Championing Conservation Policy to Protect Wisconsin Birds and Natural Resources

What the Inflation Reduction Act Means for the Great Lakes Region
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What the Inflation Reduction Act Means for the Great Lakes Region

Climate change is being felt here and now in the Great Lakes. Historic climate legislation takes big step to put us back on track to meet climate goals to protect our region’s birds and people.

Inflation Reduction Act a Historic Win for Great Lakes’ Birds and People
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Inflation Reduction Act a Historic Win for Great Lakes’ Birds and People

Marnie Urso, Audubon Great Lakes Statement on the House’s passage of the Inflation Reduction Act

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