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Read the latest press releases from Audubon North Carolina. For media inquiries, contact Kim Brand at 336-391-9614 or via email.

Latest Media Releases

New Audubon Science: Two-Thirds of North American Birds at Risk of Extinction Due to Climate Change
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New Audubon Science: Two-Thirds of North American Birds at Risk of Extinction Due to Climate Change

October 10, 2019 — More than 200 species that breed, winter, and migrate through North Carolina are vulnerable.
New Food Hall Welcomes Chimney Swifts to Historic Building
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New Food Hall Welcomes Chimney Swifts to Historic Building

Audubon recognizes Transfer Co. Food Hall for its commitment to birds and conservation.

Statement on Duke Energy’s Goal of Net Zero Carbon Emissions
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Statement on Duke Energy’s Goal of Net Zero Carbon Emissions

September 17, 2019 — Audubon challenges Duke Energy to work with stakeholders on energy policies that can deliver on this ambitious and extremely urgent goal.
DEQ Sec. Regan, Lawmakers Tour Audubon Sanctuary and Coastal Resilience Work
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DEQ Sec. Regan, Lawmakers Tour Audubon Sanctuary and Coastal Resilience Work

Audubon, state officials tout importance of collaboration in protecting North Carolina’s coast.

Record Least Tern Colony Nests near Wilmington
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Record Least Tern Colony Nests near Wilmington

Growing population highlights the importance of habitat management for North Carolina’s beach-nesting birds.

Audubon Statement on Retirement of “Conservation Giant” Rep. Chuck McGrady
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Audubon Statement on Retirement of “Conservation Giant” Rep. Chuck McGrady

McGrady has been champion of conservation trust funds that protect bird habitat.

Clean Water Management Trust Fund Gives Birds a Boost
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Clean Water Management Trust Fund Gives Birds a Boost

As lawmakers craft this year’s budget, analysis reveals importance of Clean Water Management Trust Fund to birds.

Audubon Gives Inaugural Clean Energy Award to Sustainability Advocate
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Audubon Gives Inaugural Clean Energy Award to Sustainability Advocate

NCSEA’s Ivan Urlaub honored at Audubon’s Lobby Day in Raleigh.

Audubon Honors Former Lawmaker for Conservation and Clean Energy Work
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Audubon Honors Former Lawmaker for Conservation and Clean Energy Work

March 25, 2019 — Former Rep. Nelson Dollar was recognized at Audubon’s Lobby Day at the North Carolina Legislature.
Audubon North Carolina: “Gov. Cooper’s climate plan is a bold next step for clean energy in North Carolina.”
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Gov. Cooper's Bold Clean Energy Goals

October 29, 2018 — Governor Roy Cooper issues Executive Order on Climate Action, continuing state leadership on clean energy.

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