The National Wildlife Federation (NWF) is excited to award the University at Albany the Plastics Reduction Partner Bronze level certification for their efforts to reduce single-use plastics on campus. The University … Read more
February, 2026
11 Books, Podcasts, and More to Celebrate Black History Month’s 100th Anniversary
2026 marks 100 years of Black History Month in the U.S! This holiday originally started as Black History Week under the guidance of Carter G. Woodson, for a sole purpose … Read more
WildSTEM Is Blooming
With Links chapters all over the country and a few outside of the U.S., WildSTEM has been blooming since 2019. Check out part one of this blog to understand the … Read more
WildSTEM is Winning!
What is WildSTEM? “WildSTEM” is a term coined by The Links, Incorporated, under the leadership of National Wildlife Federation (NWF) Board Member, Dr. Mamie Parker, and the former LINKS-STEMREADY National … Read more
“Think Global, Act Local”: 3 Lessons Learned from our Community Wildlife Habitat™ Leaders
“Think globally, act locally” has been a bedrock value in environmentalism since it was introduced in similar terms by Patrick Geddes over a century ago. Time and time again, we … Read more
Road Salts and Deicers: How to Safely Salt for Humans and Wildlife
When winter weather hits, road salt feels like a small miracle. A quick sprinkle on sidewalks and driveways can turn dangerous ice into safer footing, and for many of us, … Read more
Data Centers Are Stress-Testing the Grid: Communities and Wildlife are Feeling the Pressure
Data centers are expected to make up nearly half of U.S. electricity demand growth by 2030. As Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital services expand rapidly, the U.S. is confronting a … Read more
Defunding the Future: Plan to Lower Emissions Loses Federal Support
Look outside and you’ll see the building blocks of modern society—our sidewalks, streets, hospitals, and homes are made using a variety of materials, including cement. In fact, concrete—made using cement—is … Read more
The National Wildlife Refuge System: Protecting A Conservation Success Story
When it comes to protecting wildlife and the outdoor experiences Americans cherish, few conservation efforts have been more successful than the National Wildlife Refuge System. Spanning more than 850 million … Read more
Calling all Photographers: The Garden for Wildlife® Photo Contest Categories Announced
Make sure your cameras are charged and ready to go! The Garden for Wildlife® Photo Contest returns this summer. Learn about the submission categories for this year. This year marks … Read more
