The Revenue-Raising Opportunity To Fund Climate and Conservation ArticleAug 31, 2021 The Revenue-Raising Opportunity To Fund Climate and Conservation Congress can raise revenues to fund climate action on public lands by fixing the broken federal leasing program. Aug 31, 2021 Jenny Rowland-Shea, Ryan Richards
New Public Lands Actions Turn the Page on Decades of Conflict and Mismanagement ReportApr 19, 2024 New Public Lands Actions Turn the Page on Decades of Conflict and Mismanagement Complementary new policies from the Biden administration will ensure conservation, energy development, and recreation go hand in hand. Apr 19, 2024 Drew McConville
Expanding San Gabriel Mountains National Monument Would Increase Access to Protected Nature in Greater Los Angeles ArticleApr 15, 2024 Expanding San Gabriel Mountains National Monument Would Increase Access to Protected Nature in Greater Los Angeles President Biden should utilize the Antiquities Act to expand San Gabriel Mountains National Monument to include 109,000 acres that are most proximal to nature-deprived communities. Apr 15, 2024 Sam Zeno
State Policy Leadership To Conserve Nature ReportApr 11, 2024 State Policy Leadership To Conserve Nature As momentum builds nationally to address the nature and climate crises, state and territorial leaders across the country have stepped up with a variety of measures aimed at conserving lands and waters. Apr 11, 2024 Drew McConville, Kate Burgess, Mariel Lutz
The Biden Administration Is Protecting Wildlife and Ecosystems at Chaco Canyon ArticleMar 11, 2024 The Biden Administration Is Protecting Wildlife and Ecosystems at Chaco Canyon The Biden administration’s mining ban for the 10-mile radius surrounding Chaco Canyon conserves more than 60,000 acres of the area’s most vital ecosystems. Mar 11, 2024 Sam Zeno
The Biden Administration Has Taken More Climate Action Than Any Other in History ArticleMar 6, 2024 The Biden Administration Has Taken More Climate Action Than Any Other in History The United States has accomplished more on climate change under the Biden administration than during any other presidential administration—and there’s still more to come. Mar 6, 2024 Trevor Higgins, Rachel Chang, Devon Lespier
The Biden Administration Has Reached Conservation Records in 2023 ArticleDec 20, 2023 The Biden Administration Has Reached Conservation Records in 2023 After three years in office, it is clear that the Biden administration is safeguarding public lands at a record rate; in the coming year, it must continue its conservation progress through community-led, justice-centered landscape protections. Dec 20, 2023 Sam Zeno
Protecting Vulnerable Public Lands Could Address U.S. Outdoor Recreation Needs ReportSep 20, 2023 Protecting Vulnerable Public Lands Could Address U.S. Outdoor Recreation Needs New analysis illustrates how the Bureau of Land Management’s proposed Public Lands Rule and related conservation actions can help bridge the nature gap for underserved communities and meet surging demand for parks and outdoor recreation. Sep 20, 2023 Drew McConville, Sam Zeno
How the Federal Government Can Hold the Oil and Gas Industry Accountable ReportSep 19, 2023 How the Federal Government Can Hold the Oil and Gas Industry Accountable Oil and gas companies have been cheating the leasing and drilling system for years, but the Biden administration has the tools to hold them accountable. Sep 19, 2023 Mariel Lutz, Jenny Rowland-Shea
NEPA Permitting Process Crucial to Renewable Infrastructure Project Success ReportSep 7, 2023 NEPA Permitting Process Crucial to Renewable Infrastructure Project Success Five clean energy infrastructure examples span a range of recent projects nationwide and demonstrate best practices for improving infrastructure projects. Sep 7, 2023 Edward (Ted) Boling, Kerensa Gimre
5 Major Renewable Infrastructure Projects Show Value of NEPA Permitting Process ArticleSep 7, 2023 5 Major Renewable Infrastructure Projects Show Value of NEPA Permitting Process Five clean energy infrastructure examples show how public engagement and environmental review work to improve infrastructure projects, not slow them. Sep 7, 2023 Auburn Bell
Lo que los Defensores de America the Beautiful for All Están Diciendo VideoJul 20, 2023 Lo que los Defensores de America the Beautiful for All Están Diciendo Defensores de la coalición America the Beautiful for All comparten que es lo que se motivan a luchar para conservación en sus comunidades. Jul 20, 2023 Margaret Cooney, Angelo Villagomez, Ala Al Sadi, 2 More Hai-Lam Phan, Toni Pandolfo
What America the Beautiful for All Advocates Are Saying VideoJul 20, 2023 What America the Beautiful for All Advocates Are Saying Advocates from the America the Beautiful for All Coalition share what motives them to fight for conservation in their communities. Jul 20, 2023 Margaret Cooney, Angelo Villagomez, Ala Al Sadi, 2 More Hai-Lam Phan, Toni Pandolfo
What Biden’s Proposed Conservation Rule Would Mean for America’s Most Vulnerable Public Lands ReportJun 14, 2023 What Biden’s Proposed Conservation Rule Would Mean for America’s Most Vulnerable Public Lands The Biden administration has proposed a new rule requiring America’s largest manager of public lands—the Bureau of Land Management—to improve how it conserves nature for current and future generations. Jun 14, 2023 Drew McConville, Kara Matsumoto
Ecosystem Benefits of the Thompson Divide Mineral Withdrawal ArticleJun 13, 2023 Ecosystem Benefits of the Thompson Divide Mineral Withdrawal The Thompson Divide hosts more than 110,000 acres of some of Colorado’s most high-quality, undeveloped, and valuable habitat for wildlife, making it worthy of a 20-year withdrawal from oil and gas leasing. Jun 13, 2023 Sharon Ferguson, Jenny Rowland-Shea
President Biden Should Take These Conservation Actions VideoJun 8, 2023 President Biden Should Take These Conservation Actions Front-line advocates with the America the Beautiful for All Coalition lay out what conservation action they’d like President Biden to take. Jun 8, 2023 Margaret Cooney, Angelo Villagomez, Ala Al Sadi, 2 More Hai-Lam Phan, Toni Pandolfo
This is What ‘Just Conservation’ Means to Us VideoJun 8, 2023 This is What ‘Just Conservation’ Means to Us Front-line advocates with the America the Beautiful for All Coalition explain what “just conservation” means to them. Jun 8, 2023 Margaret Cooney, Angelo Villagomez, Ala Al Sadi, 2 More Hai-Lam Phan, Toni Pandolfo
The Special Places We’re Trying To Save VideoJun 8, 2023 The Special Places We’re Trying To Save Front-line advocates with the America the Beautiful for All Coalition talk about the special places they are working to save. Jun 8, 2023 Margaret Cooney, Angelo Villagomez, Ala Al Sadi, 2 More Hai-Lam Phan, Toni Pandolfo
Why Conservation Leasing on Public Lands Is a Win-Win for Renewables and Wildlife ReportJun 1, 2023 Why Conservation Leasing on Public Lands Is a Win-Win for Renewables and Wildlife A proposed tool included in the Bureau of Land Management’s Public Lands Rule would allow more efficient and responsible deployment of clean energy projects while benefiting U.S. lands, waters, and wildlife. Jun 1, 2023 Drew McConville
A Day in the Life of a Conservation Advocate VideoMay 31, 2023 A Day in the Life of a Conservation Advocate Follow Tina Sablan, former representative of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, as she goes to Washington, D.C., to advocate for a management plan for the Marianas Trench Marine National Monument—and for the inclusion of the Indigenous people of the Mariana Islands in the conservation of their lands and water. May 31, 2023 Margaret Cooney, Angelo Villagomez, Toni Pandolfo, 2 More Ala Al Sadi, Hai-Lam Phan
U.S. Diplomacy Can Prevent Canadian Transboundary Mining Pollution on the Northern Border ReportApr 18, 2023 U.S. Diplomacy Can Prevent Canadian Transboundary Mining Pollution on the Northern Border The Biden administration should press Canada to come to the table through the International Joint Commission to address Canadian mining pollution that poses significant danger to Alaskan communities. Apr 18, 2023 Michael Freeman
After Getting Willow Project Wrong, Biden Must Get These Climate and Public Lands Decisions Right ArticleMar 17, 2023 After Getting Willow Project Wrong, Biden Must Get These Climate and Public Lands Decisions Right President Biden and his team must cement new protections for U.S. lands and waters, secure additional climate progress, and prevent bad decisions such as the Willow project from happening again. Mar 17, 2023 Drew McConville, Jenny Rowland-Shea
Sacred Stories: Indigenous-led Conservation of Lands and Waterways Past EventMar 7, 2023 Sacred Stories: Indigenous-led Conservation of Lands and Waterways Please join the Center for American Progress, Native Americans in Philanthropy, and the Biodiversity Funders Group for a panel of storytellers discussing Indigenous-led conservation of lands and waterways. Mar 7, 2023
Protecting Avi Kwa Ame as a National Monument Would Honor Tribes and Increase Access to Nature ArticleFeb 16, 2023 Protecting Avi Kwa Ame as a National Monument Would Honor Tribes and Increase Access to Nature President Biden must use the Antiquities Act to designate Avi Kwa Ame as a national monument. He faces a critical opportunity to honor ancient sacred lands; conserve ecologically important sites; advance the administration’s 30x30 goal; and enact community-led conservation to close the nature gap. Feb 16, 2023 Sam Zeno
Why Conserving 30×30 Is More Than a Numbers Game ArticleJan 31, 2023 Why Conserving 30×30 Is More Than a Numbers Game Two years after the establishment of America’s first national conservation goal, it’s time to stop debating what “counts” and focus on action. Jan 31, 2023 Drew McConville, Angelo Villagomez
Proposed National Marine Sanctuaries Provide a Pathway Toward Indigenous-Led Ocean Conservation ReportJan 25, 2023 Proposed National Marine Sanctuaries Provide a Pathway Toward Indigenous-Led Ocean Conservation The United States can move closer to its dual goals of increasing access to nature for all Americans and protecting 30 percent of lands and waters by 2030 by approving and completing the designation of five new Indigenous-led marine sanctuaries. Jan 25, 2023 Anuka Upadhye, Zainab Mirza, Angelo Villagomez
U.S. Pacific Territories and the America the Beautiful Initiative Can Deliver Ocean Climate Solutions ArticleNov 28, 2022 U.S. Pacific Territories and the America the Beautiful Initiative Can Deliver Ocean Climate Solutions The U.S. Pacific territories are vast—combined, their ocean areas are nearly twice the size of Alaska—and they are home to some of the world's largest marine protected areas. This region will be critical for achieving the Biden administration’s goals to combat climate change, protect 30 percent of lands and waters by 2030, and ensure access to nature for all Americans. Nov 28, 2022 Angelo Villagomez, Anuka Upadhye, Zainab Mirza
Executive Action vs. the Nature Crisis: Top 8 Opportunities President Biden Should Pursue To Meet His America the Beautiful Commitment ReportNov 22, 2022 Executive Action vs. the Nature Crisis: Top 8 Opportunities President Biden Should Pursue To Meet His America the Beautiful Commitment President Joe Biden committed to putting the United States on a path to conserve 30 percent of its lands and waters by 2030; here are eight major opportunities he must pursue immediately to achieve this goal. Nov 22, 2022 Drew McConville, Michael Freeman, Sam Zeno, 4 More Ryan Richards, Angelo Villagomez, Jenny Rowland-Shea, Nicole Gentile
16 National Monuments and Marine Sanctuaries Biden Should Create or Expand ReportNov 22, 2022 16 National Monuments and Marine Sanctuaries Biden Should Create or Expand Here are some of the many community-led proposals to protect U.S. lands and waters awaiting action by President Joe Biden and his administration. Nov 22, 2022 Drew McConville, Angelo Villagomez, Sam Zeno, 2 More Michael Freeman, Nicole Gentile
Conservation Action Can Win Over the Media and the Public ArticleOct 6, 2022 Conservation Action Can Win Over the Media and the Public In a deeply divided nation, conservation remains an indisputably popular and bipartisan issue. Oct 6, 2022 Jenny Rowland-Shea, Jennifer Rokala
Making Castner Range a National Monument Would Help Nature-Deprived Communities ReportSep 22, 2022 Making Castner Range a National Monument Would Help Nature-Deprived Communities President Biden can use the Antiquities Act to close El Paso’s nature gap by designating Castner Range as a national monument, for which the area’s majority Latino and low-income community has been advocating for more than 50 years. Sep 22, 2022 Sam Zeno, Shanna Edberg, Brenda Gallegos
Quitting Fossil Fuels and Reviving Rural America ReportSep 1, 2022 Quitting Fossil Fuels and Reviving Rural America Fossil energy communities need a legacy fund to build capacity and resilience. Sep 1, 2022 Mark Haggerty, Nicole Gentile
National Monuments Are a Missing Piece in Biden’s Equitable Conservation Agenda ArticleAug 23, 2022 National Monuments Are a Missing Piece in Biden’s Equitable Conservation Agenda The Biden administration should use the Antiquities Act to designate more national monuments to address a history of unjust federal land protection and increase access to culturally significant landscapes. Aug 23, 2022 Sam Zeno, Jenny Rowland-Shea, Cassandra Carmichael, 3 More José G. González, Bennae Calac, Shanna Edberg
Alaskan Fisherman Urges EPA To Protect Bristol Bay VideoJul 14, 2022 Alaskan Fisherman Urges EPA To Protect Bristol Bay Fourth-generation commercial fisherman Luke Short explains why Bristol Bay—the world’s largest sockeye salmon fishery—must be protected from polluting industries. Jul 14, 2022 Hannah Malus, Toni Pandolfo
A Plan for the U.S. Forest Service To Lead on the America the Beautiful Initiative ReportMar 15, 2022 A Plan for the U.S. Forest Service To Lead on the America the Beautiful Initiative National forests and grasslands are uniquely positioned to help meet the Biden administration’s goal of conserving 30 percent of U.S. lands by 2030. Mar 15, 2022 Ryan Richards
5 Reasons Why the United States Can’t Drill Its Way to Energy Independence ArticleMar 10, 2022 5 Reasons Why the United States Can’t Drill Its Way to Energy Independence The solution to high energy prices is a swift and urgent transition to clean energy—not further reliance on dirty fuels controlled by dictators and profiteering oil corporations. Mar 10, 2022 Jenny Rowland-Shea, Sally Hardin, Miriam Goldstein, 1 More Nicole Gentile
State Budgets Tied to Fossil Fuels Are Slowing the Energy Transition and Leaving Workers and Communities Behind ArticleDec 7, 2021 State Budgets Tied to Fossil Fuels Are Slowing the Energy Transition and Leaving Workers and Communities Behind Oil and gas lobbyists have spent decades working to entrench dependence on fossil fuels. Solutions require a new model that builds wealth and empowers rural communities. Dec 7, 2021 Mark Haggerty, Nicole Gentile
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