Volunteer with Audubon Southwest
What better way to celebrate Volunteer Appreciation month than by volunteering! Did you know that opportunities exist in both states for you to give back to the environment while you learn new skills...
The Slow Dismantling of American Science (and What We Can Do about It)
A rallying call to scientists: you have more power than you think to resist the politicization of your work.
Your local fishing hole is getting browner, changing which fish species thrive and which ones struggle
People who are trying to fish – or manage the ecosystems – in darker waters may need to adapt to different water conditions.
Salty drinking water could be increasing your blood pressure – people living in coastal areas are most at risk
As sea levels rise, increasing amounts of salt water are leaking into freshwater supplies worldwide.
Chapters’ Corner, April 2026
Twelve independent chapters operate within the Audubon Southwest region. Consider joining a chapter near you to participate in bird-related events near you and engage on local issues. Read on...
As Data Centers Test Michigan’s Grid, It’s Time to Strengthen Clean Energy Standards—Not Abandon Them
In 2023, Michigan enacted clean energy legislation including a renewable energy requirement of 60% by 2035 and a clean energy requirement of 100% by 2040. These clean energy standards were an important step forward which have already supported the development of renewable energy in the state, while also delivering significant public health benefits by reducing
Policymakers Must Act to Protect Louisianans from Billions in Data Center Driven Costs
One data center proposal for Louisiana could eat up the equivalent of six New Orleans’ worth of energy. Who’s going to get stuck footing that bill? While it may not feel like Louisiana is teeming with data centers just yet, the boom in energy-hungry artificial intelligence is poised to change the landscape. We’re talking about
What if Texas’ destructive Tax Day flood had centered on inner Houston instead? It’s why cities should plan for the improbable
Computer models of the storm hitting different areas show how much damage is possible, yet flood maps still focus on where flooding is most likely instead.
Mitchell Lake Audubon Center Announces Anna Macnak as Executive Director
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 14, 2026 SAN ANTONIO— Mitchell Lake Audubon Center (MLAC) today announced the appointment of Anna Macnak as its new Executive Director. A mission-driven leader...
A Promising New Tool Could Help Protect Wild Parrots and Snag Smugglers
Wildlife and customs officials working to stop the illegal parrot trade are in a tough spot. While it is against the law to capture wild parrots, buying and selling captive-bred individuals remains...
A Promising New Tool Could Help Protect Parrots and Snag Smugglers
Wildlife and customs officials working to stop the illegal parrot trade are in a tough spot. While it is against the law to capture wild parrots, buying and selling captive-bred individuals remains...
New federal figures reveal 1 in 3 US households struggle to pay energy bills, but the reality is likely even worse
Households once confident they could afford energy costs are at risk of falling behind on their bills and are making hard trade-offs to keep the lights on.