Idaho Public Lands Advocates Respond to Latest Sell-Off Proposal: Rural Idaho Needs Teamwork, not a Giveaway

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Contact: John Robison, Idaho Conservation League | [email protected] Emilie Ritter, Greater Yellowstone Coalition | [email protected] Chris Saeger, The Wilderness Society | [email protected] Idaho Public Lands Advocates Respond to …

The Dark Side of Data Centers Part 2: Water Guzzlers

The recent rapid proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI) has driven explosive growth in a once-niche industry: data centers. These facilities host vast networks of computer processors that power the processing, …

The Dark Side of Data Centers, Part 1: Energy Hogs

Survey shows community support for McCall land exchange

For the past 5 years, ICL has worked with United Payette, a coalition of Valley County residents partnering with local and state-wide organizations, to conserve the endowment lands surrounding Payette …

Saving Salmon, Protecting a Way of Life

This blog was originally published in 2024, and has been updated with new information. We often say that, without the work of Tribes, Idaho’s wild salmon and steelhead would be …

IDFG’s high-stakes strategic plan needs more work—Here’s how to give wildlife a voice

Idaho’s native wildlife sustains and inspires us. Wild creatures give us comfort and endless entertainment. They enhance our everyday experiences—whether we’re visiting remote, wild landscapes across our state or sitting …

Help send Northwest youth to D.C. to advocate for lower Snake River dam removal!

For years, Northwest youth have been strong leaders in the push for change on the lower Snake River. In Idaho and beyond, members of Youth Salmon Protectors (YSP) have hosted …

“Mine, All Mine” – Trump Administration Goes All-In on Mining

Trump’s recent executive order directs land management agencies to prioritize mining over all other public uses and could have significant negative consequences for Idaho’s clean air, clean water, and treasured …

10 things you can do to celebrate Earth Day every day!

While the Earth is certainly worth celebrating every day, Earth Day gives us a unique opportunity to dive deeper into what our planet provides us, the natural wonder and beauty …

News Release

Stibnite Gold Mine water quality permit sent back to the drawing board in response to conservation groups’ appeal

For Immediate Release: Monday, March 31, 2025 Contacts: Will Tiedemann, Conservation Associate, Idaho Conservation League, (208) 345-6933 x 213 Sydney Anderson, Mining & Policy Manager, Idaho Rivers United, (208) 343-7481 …

ICL Legislative Update: Lurching to the Finish Line

Over 1,700 hundred Idahoans showed up on the Capitol steps on March 22, demanding support for our public lands…and it appears to have been disregarded. A mother and her injured …

Cleaning up the Kootenai River and holding polluters accountable

Mountaintop removal coal mines near Fernie, B.C. have long polluted the Kootenai River in Idaho. For decades, the gorgeous Rocky Mountains have been blasted to exploit coal, with most of …

News Release

Idaho Conservation League, Environment America reach agreement with P4 Production to improve air emission reporting

For immediate release: Tuesday, March 25, 2025 Contacts: Will Tiedemann, Idaho Conservation Lg., 208-286-4445, [email protected] Steve Blackledge, Environment America, 916-952-3224, [email protected] Bryan Hurlbutt, Advocates for the West, 208-730-6961, [email protected] Josh …

ICL Legislative Update: Public Lands pop atop the agenda

While it’s not true in every corner of Idaho, around the Idaho Statehouse, the snow is melting, spring has sprung, and Public Lands appear to be on everyones’ minds. On …

Ada County’s Solar Ordinance: What’s at Stake and How You Can Get Involved

Ada County is considering changes to its zoning ordinances, including new restrictions on solar energy projects. While some of these updates could improve opportunities for responsible solar development, others could …

Spring into Clean Energy

Spring brings longer days and warmer weather, reminding all of us to get ready for summer. But hot weather drives up energy demands and can lead to air pollution if we rely on fossil fuels. Fortunately, there is plenty you can do to enjoy summer while protecting the air we breathe. Learn more…