Renewable Energy

A tern holding a fish in its beak flies down toward another tern standing on driftwood with its beak open.
Responsible Offshore Wind Development is a Clear Win for Birds, the U.S. Economy, and our Climate
January 17, 2025 — Audubon's report shares how offshore wind can be balanced with the needs of communities and wildlife.
Accelerating Responsible Clean Energy Development: Audubon's Efforts in 2024
October 18, 2024 — From warbler research to transmission line placement, Audubon staff worked on planning with birds and people in mind.
Offshore wind is a solvable problem for birds. Climate change status quo is not.
September 30, 2024 — At Climate Week NYC, Audubon collaborated with partners and hosted a panel about responsible offshore wind development.
Revised Plan Provides a Framework to Balance Solar Development and Conservation on Public Lands
August 29, 2024 — The Bureau of Land Management’s revised Western Solar Plan offers clearer guidelines for responsible solar siting.
How Clean Energy Can Benefit Climate, Communities, And Conservation
July 29, 2024 — Conservation groups can make sure clean energy and transmission projects are responsibly sited and operated.
New FERC Transmission Rule Will Help Improve Long-Term Planning to Responsibly Expand the Grid
May 13, 2024
Updated NEPA Rules Are a Big Win for Climate, Communities, and Birds
April 30, 2024 — Improvements to the National Environmental Policy Act will increase community engagement and require that federal agencies consider climate impacts.
Why a Bigger Grid is Good for the Planet – and Birds
April 22, 2024 — Audubon is advocating for the rapid expansion of responsibly sited transmission.
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How New Incidental Take Permits Can Protect Bald and Golden Eagles at Wind Energy Sites
February 08, 2024 — The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service has an improved permitting process that benefits eagles.
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 — Audubon worked with partners to ensure that the permitting benefits Bald and Golden Eagle conservation.