John,
2020 is a crucial year for wildlife.
Not only because it is a presidential election year, but also because all across the country, Americans are participating in the U.S. Census. This official count of the U.S. population determines funding for environmental projects with direct local impact for people and wildlife, and decides the size of each state’s delegation to the House of Representatives. Your participation will help ensure appropriate funding for environmental programs in your community.
Please add your name to join others who have already completed or are making a commitment today to be counted in this year’s Census.
By overlaying Census results with data on income, housing, weather patterns, environmental hazards, or commuting patterns, researchers can provide critical insights for disaster planning, flood mitigation, and public transportation. Crucial programs for state wildlife recovery and climate resilience are also funded based on data from the Census. Environmental programs that have historically relied on Census data include:
State Wildlife Grants that provide federal grant funds to help state fish and wildlife agencies and their partners conserve sensitive or imperiled species and their habitats.
Wildlife Restoration Projects through state fish and wildlife agencies to restore, conserve, manage, and enhance wild birds and mammals and their habitat.
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program that helps low-income individuals access cleaner sources of energy and fight climate change.
Water and Waste Disposal Loan and Grant Program to fund clean water projects.
By committing right now to be counted in the Census, you are voicing your support to fund environmental and wildlife programs in your community.
Thank you for supporting environmental programs influenced by data from this year’s Census. Programs like these protect wildlife, like the common mergansers pictured above, from threats like pesticides, toxic metals, and acid rain.
