Merricourt Wind Power Project threatens Whooping Cranes and Plovers
February 2013
Conservation Chair Chris Williamson has written a letter on behalf of COS to the US Fish and Wildlife Service to press the need for an extensive environmental impact statement regarding the proposed construction of the Merricourt Wind Power Project in North Dakota. The project may threaten Whooping Crane and Piping Plover populations.
Click here to read the Merricourt Wind Power Project letter.
COS Lauds Mayor Emanuel’s Decision to Halt Shooting Range
April 2012
COS supports Mayor Emanuel’s decision to halt establishment of a police shooting range in Calument after a pair of bald eagles were found nesting there.
Click here to read full post and COS supporting letter.
Opposition to Calumet Shooting Range
April 2012
COS joined a coalition requesting a baseline wildlife survey for Calumet area where bald eagles were found nesting.
Click here to read the full post.
American Bird Conservancy Cautions Against Aggressive Push For Wind Energy
March 2012
Click here to read the American Bird Conservancy’s Op-Ed Piece on Wind Energy.
