| After filing a lawsuit in 2021, Audubon has now settled litigation challenging the approval of a new wind turbine facility in California’s Altamont Pass. The Altamont Pass is home to the densest nesting population of Golden Eagles in the world, and it’s also one of the largest wind energy resource areas in the United States. The settlement achieves improved protections for Golden Eagles and other birds while allowing the wind project to proceed. We’re hopeful that this settlement will significantly reduce risks to Golden Eagles and lay the groundwork for Alameda County to listen to scientists, wildlife agencies, conservationists, and its own technical advisory committee before approving future projects. Read more |
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| Last month, more than 11,000 Audubon members spoke out asking the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation to protect birds, habitats, and communities in any plan to address water shortages from the Colorado River. During the comment period, Arizona, California, and Nevada announced they had reached an agreement to reduce their water use. The Bureau of Reclamation has suspended the comment period while it evaluates the states’ proposal. When the time comes, we will call on you again to advocate for the birds that rely on the river. The places birds need in the Lower Colorado River Basin are in danger of being overlooked and disappearing if essential habitats don’t have a guaranteed source of water. Read more |
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