Climate Change

The number one threat to birds

Sharp-tailed Grouse

Climate change has become our greatest conservation challenge. The National Audubon Society’s Survival by Degrees report found that two-thirds of North American birds are at risk of extinction if we don't take action. The good news is that by taking action to quickly move to net-zero carbon emissions we can protect up to 76% of these species.

Now, more than ever, we have a responsibility to be the voice of the birds and aggressively combat this urgent threat head on by rapidly reducing climate polluting emissions. That's why Audubon Washington remains focused on:

  • Advocating for 100% clean energy in the state of Washington, including a broad suite of policies - from energy standards to pricing mechanisms - that will reduce emissions fairly and equitably.
  • Ensuring resilient coastal estuaries will continue to support marine and shorebird populations along Pacific Flyway migration routes.
  • Increasing habitat protection in focused areas of Eastern Washington that are expected to provide essential habitat for birds under a future warmer climate.
  • Building a stronger, more diverse force for advocacy on climate change, to monitor birds and advance solutions that are commensurate with this threat.  
Advocacy
Advocacy

Advocacy

How we fight for birds.

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Natural Solutions to Climate Change
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Natural Solutions to Climate Change

Our campaign to fight climate change the natural way

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Solar Energy: Siting it Right in the Columbia Plateau
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Solar Energy: Siting it Right in the Columbia Basin

A balanced approach to 100% clean electricity

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Climate Action News Feed

Reflecting on Audubon Washington's 2024 Legislative Efforts
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Reflecting on Audubon Washington's 2024 Legislative Efforts

Navigating Challenges and Looking Ahead

You Can Still Root for This Seahawk
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You Can Still Root for This Seahawk

New federal legislation — the Migratory Birds of the Americas Conservation Enhancements Act — would help fight migratory birds' decline

Audubon Washington's Policy Priorities in 2024: Partnering for Protection
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2024 Legislative Priorities

Audubon is working with our partners to protect key climate policies, reduce pollution, and make important investments in conservation and clean energy.

Audubon Washington 2023 Impact Report
Coastal Estuaries

Audubon Washington 2023 Impact Report

Meeting the moment for birds and the planet

Finding Balance in a Changing Climate
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Finding Balance in a Changing Climate

Audubon Washington and eleven chapter affiliates advocate for protecting birds as Washington state seeks to better understand the environmental impacts of a 100% clean energy transition.

Join Audubon Washington's Advocacy Days
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Join Audubon Washington's Advocacy Days

Join for a 20-minute meeting with your legislator over Zoom. December 4-8

By the Numbers: 2023 Legislative Session
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By the Numbers: 2023 Legislative Session

Here's what it took to pass bills for birds this year.

2023 Legislative Session Ends with a Hat Trick!
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2023 Legislative Session Ends with a Hat Trick!

Three important conservation and climate bills passed through the WA state legislature this year, making a significant impact on habitat and communities

Audubon Washington’s Bird Budget
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Audubon Washington’s Bird Budget

Critical state spending protects Washington's birds

Climate Sensitive Birds in Washington

How you can help, right now