Oscar-winning actor and director Robert Redford will be honored by the National Wildlife Federation as its “Conservationist of the Year. Redford, who has dedicated more than 35 years of service to conservation efforts, will be presented with the award at the 75th Anniversary Gala and Conservation Achievement Awards Dinner on April 14.
“As a dedicated conservationist and environmental leader, Mr. Robert Redford has focused the public’s attention on the importance of developing renewable energy, safeguarding clean water, and protecting the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, while warning against the harsh impacts of global warming,” said federation President Larry Schweiger.
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First lady Michelle Obama, CEE founder Jayni Chase, her husband and actor Chevy Chase, and Sen. Richard Lugar, R-Ind., will also be recognized with “Connie” awards for their conservation efforts at the gala.
