This document guides the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and other remote sensing techniques that may support effectiveness monitoring by organizations enrolled in the Monarch CCAA.
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2024 Annual Report Summary
Key findings of the compiled partner data submitted for 2024 annual reporting.
Pollinator Habitat Assessment Protocol Tier 2
This scorecard is intended for use by most assessors, but some skill level is required to identify per cent plant cover, flowering plants in bloom, habitat resources, and manage threats and opportunities. Required monitoring fields for the Monarch CCAA and Bumble Bee CBA are now distinguished.
Updated December 2025.
Monarch Listing Proposed Rule – A Summary from the Rights-of-Way as Habitat Working Group
This document describes key takeaways and frequently asked questions as related to energy and transportation organizations regarding the proposed listing of the monarch butterfly in December 2024.
Case Study: EPRI’s ROW Habitat Suitability Model for Monarch Butterflies – February 12, 2025
Jessica Fox of the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) provides an overview of her team’s development of a monarch habitat suitability model for energy company assets and other rights-of-way.
This presentation was featured within the February 2025 Monarch CCAA Bi-Month.
Monarch Butterfly Listing Proposal Discussion – December 17, 2024
Originally aired December 17th, 2024. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has proposed to list the monarch butterfly as threatened under the Endangered Species Act across the continental United States. This webinar provides an overview of the proposed listing and its associated 4(d) rule, including its anticipated timeline, projected impacts on the energy and transportation sectors, and its alignment with the Monarch CCAA program. Our team will also discusses ROWHWG’s next steps and answers attendee questions.
The Monarch CCAA: Energy and Transportation Lands – October 15, 2024
The monarch butterfly is being considered for listing under the Endangered Species Act, with a proposed decision by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service expected in December 2024. Now is the time to consider enrolling in the Monarch Candidate Conservation Agreement with Assurances (CCAA) to strengthen your conservation efforts while reducing operational and business risks.
Monarch Listing Decision Considerations
This slide deck provides graphics and talking points that discuss the considerations of the monarch listing decision and the regulatory benefit of the Monarch CCAA
Milkweed and Rangelands
This handout provides an overview of management for milkweed on rangelands, including methods to mitigate risks to livestock as well as general recommendations to support pollinator habitat in these areas.
Case Study: The Recognized Benefits of the Monarch CCAA – April 4, 2024
This presentation from Dave Appel of Hoosier Energy illustrates the benefits Hoosier Energy has received from its enrollment in the Monarch Candidate Conservation Agreement with Assurances, or Monarch CCAA.