The United States and Indonesia work closely in support of national park management, wildlife conservation, peatland restoration, and marine protected areas. I met with leaders from Indonesia at #COP28 to deepen those ties and affirm our fruitful partnerships.

That’s a wrap! I was honored to lead US Department of the Interior’s delegation to #COP28 where we met with partners from across the world and showcased the United States’ all-of-government efforts to tackle the climate crisis.

There were many stars and good spirits at this year’s The White House Christmas Tree Lighting in President’s Park, with both Secretary Deb Haaland and National Park Service on hand to help ring in the season. If you missed it in-person, be sure to tune in on December 15th.

This week I had the pleasure of presenting awards for exemplary service to very special colleagues at the National Park Service. I am proud to serve with the outstanding men and women of National Park Service

This Week: Interior leaders join attendees from around the world at #COP28, Secretary Deb Haaland designates 18 new National Landmarks, Interior announces $72 million for the restoration of California's Salton Sea, and more.

Since the Endangered Species Act was signed into law 50 years ago today, it has helped protect over 1,600 species in the U.S. To celebrate this landmark law, a few of these animals visited the White House. Our Administration is committed to conserving America’s wildlife.

Nature is essential to every community. In 2023, US Department of the Interior worked to expand access to and conserve the nation’s national parks, wildlife refuges, recreation lands, and other outdoor spaces with help from historic funding through President Biden’ Investing in America agenda.

Under 'win win' in the dictionary, it says 'see restoring rivers and streams'

I was so moved by the warmth of Fisk University’s students and staff. Historically Black Colleges and Universities like Fisk are helping advance our country’s future while preserving its history. The National Park Service is investing in telling the most complete story of America.

Ecosystems across America are being restored with funding from President Biden’ Investing in America agenda, with benefits to both people and wildlife. I toured one of those projects at Cache River National Wildlife Refuge in Arkansas.

At US Department of the Interior and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’ Endangered Species Act Symposium, we brought together policymakers, stakeholders, NGO partners, and thought leaders to talk about the future of species conservation. I got a chance to chat with Jeff Corwin about what gives him hope for the future.

Investments from President Biden’ Investing in America agenda are having transformational impacts all across Arizona. Today in Tucson, I announced $10.3 million for ecosystem restoration projects across the state that will benefit both people and wildlife for generations to come.

Investments from President Biden’ Investing in America agenda are making incredible improvements to America’s public lands. At Grand Canyon NPS I got to see and hear about a few of these transformational projects.

This week, Shannon Estenoz visited Puerto Rico to highlight how US Department of the Interior is supporting locally led, landscape-scale conservation and climate resilience projects on the island with investments from President Biden’ Investing in America agenda. doi.gov/pressreleases/…

Bob Graham’s lifetime of extraordinary and humble service to Florida & the nation can’t be given justice in few words. Instead, I offer my deep gratitude for his life’s work. Especially his commitment to inspiring civic engagement and his love for & dedication to the Everglades.

This National Park Week, Shannon Estenoz toured National Park Service sites in Florida, Georgia and South Carolina to highlight how President Biden' Investing in America agenda is bolstering nature-based infrastructure to protect communities and habitats. doi.gov/pressreleases/…

After traveling across the United States to increase awareness of US Department of the Interior's Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership program, I’m thrilled to see so many cities receive grants for the first time. $254 million for 54 local park projects in 24 states! doi.gov/pressreleases/…