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COP30 Recognized the Role of Forests and Nature in Addressing the Climate Crisis
November 24, 2025 — Discussions showed strong commitment to international cooperation.
American White Pelicans at Great Salt Lake
New Policy Tools and Funding Bring Much-Needed Support to Great Salt Lake
November 21, 2025 — In a nearly record-low water year, new water distribution plan, policy changes, and funding commitments to benefit the lake. 
Western Water News
Restoring Watersheds One Meadow at a Time
November 20, 2025 — A look from the air at the headwaters of the Salt River in the White Mountains of Arizona
SOUTHWEST Western Water
Vital Bird Habitat in the Colorado River Delta at Risk
November 19, 2025 — Restarting the Yuma Desalting Plant could harm the Ciénega de Santa Clara.
Western Water
Working Lands Wins: Extension Sets Stage for Farm Bill Debate in 2026
November 17, 2025 — One-year Farm Bill extension keeps key conservation programs running, ensuring working lands continue working for birds
Colorado River States Miss Deadline as Crisis Deepens
November 12, 2025 — ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ emphasizes the need for swift, cooperative action to safeguard water for 40 million people and 400 bird species.
Western Water News
A colorful mural of a warbler and flowers painted on a garden shed.
̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Mural Project and NYC Parks Celebrate New Murals at Community Gardens
November 06, 2025 — Murals draw attention to climate-threatened birds and small greenspaces they depend on.
The State of the Science on Land-Based Wind Energy and Birds
November 05, 2025 — The Renewable Energy Wildlife Institute (REWI) summarizes current research and strategies to address risks to birds.
Renewable Energy
COP30: Birds Show Us the Way to Climate Solutions
November 05, 2025
A molting ptarmigan sits on the snowy ground preening its feathers.
̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Applauds Launch of Bipartisan Senate Stewardship Caucus
October 30, 2025 — New caucus underscores how our economy thrives on the vital connection between healthy lands and waters, birds, and people
Policy & Advocacy