Since humans have spread worldwide, they have affected every corner of the planet in various unexpected ways. While habitat destruction and climate change are well-known causes of environmental damage, other things can negatively affect the environment. Noise Pollution Human noise has become an issue in places that used to be quiet, such…

On May 11, a Congressional Review Act resolution to overturn the northern long-eared bat’s endangered listing under the Endangered Species Act passed Senate. The endangered classification places a burden on Wyoming landowners, businesses, and infrastructure projects, according to a press release from Senate Western Caucus Chair, Cynthia Lummis (R-WY). “Listing…

Daniel Schwab, hailing from Afton, Wyoming, stands as both a respected community leader and a conscientious entrepreneur with a strong commitment to conservation. Born and raised in Afton, nestled within the picturesque Star Valley, Daniel holds a profound admiration for the local residents and the natural splendor of the area. …

Greater sage grouse numbers have been dropping for years in California. Scientists have concluded there are several reasons: land development, habitat loss, mining and climate change. It’s feared the bird’s population in the state could disappear. According to the state’s Fish and Game Commission, as of two weeks ago, the…

The Biden-Harris administration proposed three rule changes to the Endangered Species Act. The changes affect the criteria used for designating critical habitat, the regulation of threatened species, and consultation between federal agencies. Martha Williams, Service Director of U.S. Fish and Wildlife, said the goal was to ensure the Endangered Species…

The Idaho Fish and Game Commission unanimously adopted a wolf management plan instructing the state to gradually reduce the wolf population from about 1,340 to 500 animals over the next six years. The new wolf-management plan was introduced at a Commission meeting on January 26. It calls for incentivizing more…

Carbon offsetting is a way to reduce the impact of greenhouse gas emissions by investing in projects that either remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere or prevent it from being emitted in the first place. …

With evolving technology and new research, scientists, conservationists, policymakers, and other stakeholders have a better understanding of how migratory behavior plays an important role in maintaining healthy and abundant ungulate populations, which provides significant benefits to humans. The science of wildlife migration has advanced at a rapid pace over the…

In 2022, seven states enacted laws that provided millions of dollars for constructing wildlife crossing over busy roads. These milestones- in California, Colorado, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming- broke new ground in protecting corridors while blazing new trails for repeating or expanding future projects. California Governor Gavin Newsom…