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Read the latest press releases from Audubon North Carolina. For media inquiries, contact Ben Graham at 919-880-3793 or ben.graham@audubon.org.

Latest Media Releases

Regan will Restore Science, Integrity, and Justice to the Environmental Protection Agency
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Regan will Restore Science, Integrity, and Justice to the Environmental Protection Agency

Statement from Audubon Leaders on the Nomination of Michael Regan to lead the EPA

Audubon’s Christmas Bird Count Will Look Very Different This Year
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Audubon’s Christmas Bird Count Will Look Very Different This Year

While some local counts may be cancelled due to regional COVID-19 rules, many community scientists across the hemisphere will carry on one of the longest-running wildlife censuses in a socially distanced fashion.

A Bright Spot for 2020: Coastal Nesting Birds Thrived
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A Bright Spot for 2020: Coastal Nesting Birds Thrived

Despite an early hurricane, pelicans, terns and other coastal birds had a successful breeding season.

Audubon to Election Winners: Real Work on Conservation, Clean Energy Begins Now
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Audubon to Election Winners: Real Work on Conservation, Clean Energy Begins Now

November 11, 2020 — Audubon’s politically diverse flock of advocates stands ready to speak up for birds and a more resilient, equitable future for all.
With Migration Underway, Charlotte Skyscraper Turns off Lights for Birds
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With Fall Migration Underway, Charlotte Skyscraper Turns off Lights for Birds

October 20, 2020 — Duke Energy Center to go dark for the birds.
New Oyster Reef Project Bolsters Bird Habitat, Water Quality on the Cape Fear
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New Oyster Reef Project Bolsters Bird Habitat, Water Quality on the Cape Fear

By Ben Graham
October 15, 2020 — Audubon completes Phase One of $500,000 oyster reef restoration.
Great American Outdoors Act Will Benefit Birds, People, and Parks Across North Carolina
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Great American Outdoors Act Will Benefit Birds, People, and Parks Across North Carolina

July 22, 2020 — With approval from Congress, the Great American Outdoors Act goes to the President to sign.
Audubon Supports New Chapter Name: Blue Ridge Audubon
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Audubon Supports New Chapter Name: Blue Ridge Audubon

July 20, 2020 — New name for Asheville-based chapter replaces former namesake who was a proponent of slavery.
Grant to Bolster Audubon’s Resilience Work on Currituck Sound
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Grant to Bolster Audubon’s Resilience Work on Currituck Sound

March 17, 2020 — New funding adds to state and federal grants for marsh restoration and protection.
New Forest Plan Will Have Big Impact on Birds
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New Forest Plan Will Have Big Impacts on Birds

February 14, 2020 — Audubon is paying close attention to new Nantahala Pisgah National Forest Revision.

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