Apr 18, 2024
Most people don’t realize that landfills, when working as intended, send poisonous chemicals into our waterways. Those chemicals – poly- and perfluorochemicals, or PFAS for short – are called “forever chemicals” because they do not break down in the environment or in our bodies. These toxic substances are linked to a growing number of health… Continue reading Warning: Toxic “Forever Chemicals” in Landfills Put People and the Environment at Risk
Apr 05, 2024
The climate crisis threatens our lives, economy, land, air, and water. The actions we take between now and 2030 will shape New England’s future and that of our children and grandchildren. Every year, every month, and every day count. With nearly 60 years of success tackling the toughest environmental challenges, Conservation Law Foundation understands the… Continue reading Conservation Matters Spring 2024: Impact Report
Apr 04, 2024
In early February, I was headed home with our children from school pick-up. Several feet of snow covered the ground, but an eerie spring-like fog surrounded us. The unseasonably warm air smelled of the ocean. Several days of downpours were causing rising floodwaters, and we could hear each passing waterway raging. It was too close… Continue reading What is Vermont’s Flood Safety Act and Why Does It Matter?
Mar 29, 2024
A local podcast on gentrification is starting conversations and building community in Brockton.
Feb 14, 2024
“Thompson Island Outward Bound’s programs are indispensable in providing inclusive access to the beauty of Boston Harbor to an expanding number of Boston residents,” said CLF President Bradley Campbell. “I am grateful to Cronin Holdings for working with TIOB and CLF to identify this worthy project to increase public access for everyone in the region – and ultimately expand access to people with disabilities — to one of Boston’s greatest resources, our waterfront.”
Feb 09, 2024
A zine created by Chelsea residents uses art and creative writing to highlight key data from the Healthy Neighborhoods Study.
Jan 18, 2024
The Healthy Neighborhood Study initiative is helping to revitalize New Bedford by celebrating its rich cultural history.
Jan 17, 2024
Commuters know the frustration of MBTA Slow Zones all too well. Learn why these restrictions exist and what we need to prevent them for good.
Jan 04, 2024
In the U.S. alone, we send millions of tons of food waste to landfills each year, where that waste produces methane emissions rivaling those from industrial sources.
Dec 04, 2023
“Low-income neighborhoods have lacked access to critical resources like healthy food for decades, and About Fresh aims to change that,” said Gina Foote, CLF’s Director of Impact Investment. “Supporting this small business with an innovative high impact investment has the potential to build a healthy community. We’re proud to support a thriving small business like About Fresh trying to improve their neighborhood.”
