As president of Falcon Enterprises Associates in New York City, Christopher “Chris” McNally guides a construction project management firm that works with homeowners throughout the construction or renovation process. Outside of his leadership role with Falcon, Chris McNally stands out for his support of environmental protection initiatives. In addition to supporting groups such as Scenic Hudson and Riverkeeper, he is a member of the Circle of 1,000 at the National Resources Defense Council (NRDC).

1. NATIONAL RESOURCES
DEFENSE COUNCIL
FIGHTS OVERFISHING
Chris McNally

2. INTRODUCTION
 As president of Falcon Enterprises Associates in New York City,
Christopher “Chris” McNally guides a construction project
management firm that works with homeowners throughout the
construction or renovation process. Outside of his leadership role
with Falcon, Chris McNally stands out for his support of
environmental protection initiatives. In addition to supporting
groups such as Scenic Hudson and Riverkeeper, he is a member of
the Circle of 1,000 at the National Resources Defense Council
(NRDC).
Since 1970, NRDC has remained committed to ensuring that
individuals and communities have access to clean water, clean air,
and other unpolluted natural resources. A broad organization
comprising more than 500 scientists and environmental leaders, the
organization maintains a multi-prong strategy that includes
advocacy, litigation, scientific research, and strategic partnerships to
support a range of initiatives.

3. NATIONAL RESOURCES DEFENSE
COUNCIL
 One of the organization’s current initiatives is fighting
the problem of overfishing in the world’s oceans.
According to NRDC, global populations of large fish such
as tuna and swordfish have dropped more than 90
percent due to irresponsible and unsustainable practices
by industrial fishing enterprises. To fight this alarming
trend, the organization has advocated for laws related to
bycatch and worked to redevelop fisheries to reduce
dependence on ocean fishing. Additionally, the group
has lobbied Congress to pass laws related to fishing
limits based on science and sustainability rather than
industry desires.