It is understandable for attention to be focused on the chaos and implications of the presidential election. But it is crucial to not overlook the number of victories for climate further down the ballot that show concrete progress is still happening today and present major opportunities for continued climate action in the future.
LCV celebrates the finalization of the Record of Decision, retaining protections for 28 million acres of public lands essential to traditional subsistence communities and wildlife, including caribou, moose, bears, migratory birds, and salmon.
The 57 million acres of D-1 Lands in Alaska encompass some of the largest intact landscapes left in the country, including essential habitat corridors, watersheds, river systems, and immense biodiversity. This action is another important step to cementing President Biden’s climate and conservation legacy.
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