Events

A New Bumble Bee Conservation Effort for Energy and Transportation Lands Takes Flight May 17, 2022 12:00 PM-1:00 PM CDT on GoToWebinar Bumble bees are undergoing serious population losses. Several species are awaiting consideration for listing under the federal Endangered Species Act (ESA): American bumble bee has declined by nearly 90%; Western bumble bee by …

Get the Buzz: Research shows solar habitat installations support pollinators May 18, 2022  12:00-1:00 pm on Zoom Bees, monarchs, and other critical pollinators are disappearing, and scientists agree that loss of habitat is a primary concern. However, research has found that the renewable energy sector provides a unique opportunity for creating new pollinator habitat. Join …

IMMP on Pollinator Conservation Projects: Virtual Workshop May 19, 2022 10am-11:30am CDT Register for the event here. NOTE: This event will also be held on Wednesday, May 11, 2022 from 6:30pm-8pm CDT. There is also an option on the registration form to receive a recording of the workshop if attending the live session is not …

Can We Grow Crops and Monarchs? Risks and Benefits of Monarch Habitat in Agricultural Landscapes. Presenters: Steven Bradbury, Iowa State University & Dr. Niranjana Krishnan, Missouri S&T. May 24, 2022 1pm-2pm CDT This webinar examines recent research that simulates population outcomes for different habitat establishment scenarios and insecticide use patterns on agricultural lands. Join us to …

We\'re thrilled to return to an in-person gathering of the WHC Conservation Conference in Detroit, June 14-15, 2022, where we can share ideas to shape the strategies and actions that can make a positive difference for biodiversity and business around the world. Register for the Conservation Conference here.

Remapping Rights-of-Way for Renewable Energy and Pollinators June 15, 2022, 11am-12pm CDT In this Esri Blog webcast, you will learn how GIS helps organizations tackle the complex challenges of making the most of land in the margins—turning unused areas into productive lands for habitat restoration and the transition to clean energy.   Meet the panelists: Allie Kelly, …

2022 Pollinator Power Party June 20-24, 2022 (Virtual) Register here. We’re excited to invite you to our 2022 Pollinator Power Party June 20 – 24, 2022. We started this party in 2020 and it has rapidly become the WORLD’S LARGEST PARTY CELEBRATING POLLINATORS! Last year we reached over 2 million people from around the globe. …

Working Across Boundaries to Conserve Our Shared Nature June 21, 2022 1pm-3pm CDT, through Zoom In anticipation of the MAFWA Annual Directors Meeting in South Dakota from June 27-30, the Midwest Landscape Initiative is hosting an Informational Webinar on June 21, 2022, from 1-3pm CT.     In this webinar, participants will: Learn more about the MLI, how it started, who …

ROW Sustainability Summit  June 28-30, 2022 The Penn Stater Hotel & Conference Center, College State, PA Register View agenda Make a hotel reservation This summit provides a unique opportunity for energy companies and other partners to: Increase awareness and understanding of the economic and ecosystem benefits of Integrated Vegetation Management (IVM) Garner support and build …

Rapid-fire Research: Key Takeaways from the 2021 MJV Monarch Research Review. Presenters: Jennifer Thieme & Laura Lukens, Monarch Joint Venture.  June 28, 2022 1pm-2pm CDT Get up to speed on the latest monarch and pollinator research with Jennifer and Laura from the MJV science team. The Monarch Research Review is a volunteer-driven, annual compendium of published …