Every single month this year has set new records as the hottest month on Earth—12 consecutive months of scorching temperatures. The time for complacency has passed. We’re witnessing the devastating consequences of unchecked climate change, and Big Oil continues to dodge accountability for the role they play in this global crisis. While our planet faces extreme weather and rising temperatures, Big Oil executives are reportedly spending untold sums of money in 2024 to roll back the progress we’ve made toward a clean energy future.

Project 2025, a sweeping 900+ page blueprint, proposes a radical restructuring of the federal government, aiming to dismantle longstanding environmental protections and the federal agencies responsible for safeguarding wildlife, natural habitats, and the shared resources of air, land, and water. The comprehensive plan threatens to undo decades of conservation work, endangering the environment and the biodiversity that depends on it.

Key elements of Project 2025 include extreme measures that would:

The Western Arctic Reserve, also known as the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska, spans a breathtaking array of landscapes—from frozen tundra and boreal forests to pristine lakes, rivers, and wetlands. This vast region is not only a testament to the raw beauty of nature but also home to iconic wildlife, including caribou herds, polar bears, and millions of migratory birds.

The removal of Endangered Species Act (ESA) protections for gray wolves in the Northern Rockies has triggered a devastating campaign against these iconic creatures in Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho. Wolves in these states are being hunted using bait, neck snares, helicopters, and night hunting with spotlights. In Wyoming, the law even permits killing a wolf by intentionally running it over with a snowmobile. Now, this threat is poised to expand nationwide.

This week, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) gave final administrative approval for a controversial plan that would authorize the killing of 450,000 barred owls in the Pacific Northwest over the next 30 years. This unprecedented action would result in the deaths of 15,000 barred owls annually—an average of 42 owls every day.

2024 has officially become the hottest year on record, with every single month surpassing previous temperature highs. That's right—12 consecutive months of unprecedented heat, shattering all previous records. The alarming trend of rising temperatures shows no sign of slowing, and the consequences are being felt across the globe.

Mountain lions in the Rocky Mountains are doing more than just prowling the wilderness—they’re performing a vital service for Colorado’s deer and elk populations, and by extension, for the state’s economy. A new report by Dr. Jim Keen, a former USDA veterinarian and infectious disease scientist, reveals that these apex predators are significantly reducing the spread of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD), a fatal neurological disorder akin to Mad Cow Disease that has plagued Colorado’s cervid populations.

As summer draws to a close and Labor Day approaches, it's an ideal time to reflect on the immeasurable value of our National Parks system. Spanning 63 National Parks across 30 states and two U.S. territories, these natural wonders cover more than 84 million acres of prime wilderness, offering breathtaking landscapes for hikers, campers, vacationers, and sightseers alike.

The contrast between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump on the issue of climate change is stark, reflecting fundamentally different worldviews and policy approaches. Their records, rhetoric, and proposed policies highlight a profound divide on how each would address—or not address—one of the most pressing global challenges.

Kamala Harris: A Vision for Climate Action

Ahead of what promises to be an illuminating educational and community-focused weekend built around conservation action for birds in Aspen, Colorado, The National Audubon Society and The Birdsong Project announced today two collaborations for the weekend with local businesses — the Aspen-based, Carbondale-sourced handmade jewelry company Taylor and Tessier and local Aspen institution Paradise Bakery.