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BLM Moves to Undercut Its Planning Framework and Most Important Conservation Tool
BLM announced a proposed rule to dramatically weaken the framework around land use planning and erode one of the agency's primary tools for conservation.
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Following Historic Elections, Environmental & Conservation Groups Urge Senate to Reject Lame-Duck Permitting Deal
Ahead of Monday’s scheduled cloture vote on the motion to proceed to debate Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act (S. 5653).
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Lawsuit Launched to Compel Critical Habitat for Florida, Antillean Manatees
Defenders of Wildlife and CBD notified the FWS on their intent to sue for failing to finalize critical habitat protections for Florida and Antillean manatees.
Press Releases
Another Mexican gray wolf found illegally shot
Third illegal killing this year emphasizes need for additional law enforcement Summary: The Mexican gray wolf is one of the most endangered wolves in the
Senator Reid promotes responsible renewable energy development
Bill could help ensure renewable projects are “smart from the start” WASHINGTON (07/16/2010) - Summary: “Clean Energy, Community Investment, and Wildlife Conservation Act” would help
Congress aims to clear up federal role in the future of energy development
Defenders of Wildlife supports CLEAR Act Summary: House Natural Resource Committee Chairman Nick Rahall (D-W.Va.) leads effort to reform federal oversight of oil and gas
Renowned scientists call on U.S. Senate to protect communities and natural resources in the face of climate change
More than 150 scientists, including Thomas Lovejoy, Carl Safina, Barry Noon and Stuart Pimm say our natural resources can’t wait WASHINGTON (07/13/2010) - Summary: Climate
Coalition steps up call for clean energy in Powder River Basin of Wyoming
Groups file lawsuit to halt sale of massive West Antelope II coal leases WASHINGTON (07/13/2010) - A coalition of conservation groups today filed suit against
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