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Christopher Simmons

Senior Manager of Public Lands Policy

Christopher Simmons is the Senior Manager of Public Lands Policy at the National Audubon Society. His work is focused on public lands management including minimizing impacts of energy development and promoting Tribal co-management. 

Prior to working for the National Audubon Society, Christopher worked in upstream oil and gas environment, health, safety, regulatory (EHSR) and policy; additionally, he served as the inaugural Adams County Colorado Oil and Gas Liaison. Christopher has developed expertise in impact minimalization, reclamation and remediation through the lens of local government, operator, and now environmental nonprofit. 

Christopher graduated from the University of Colorado Boulder and received a Master’s of Natural Resources Law from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law.

Articles by Christopher Simmons

Why Protecting Alaska’s Western Arctic Matters Now More Than Ever
BirdBlog

Why Protecting Alaska’s Western Arctic Matters Now More Than Ever

— Nearly 20,000 Audubon supporters urged the Department of the Interior to uphold a 2024 rule that protects critical Arctic lands that are not just stunning but essential for biodiversity, climate stability, and cultural survival.