Finally, Weaver’s Cove LNG throws in the towel

Jun 15, 2011 at 10:38am by  | Bio |  Leave a Comment

After nearly a decade, Weaver’s Cove Energy (WCE) finally abandoned its liquefied natural gas (“LNG”) terminal project that initially had been proposed for Fall River, MA and, more recently, for the middle of Mt. Hope Bay just off the shores of Somerset, MA. read more..

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Posted in: Clean Energy & Climate Change, Clean Water & Healthy Forests, Healthy Communities & Environmental Justice, Massachusetts, Rhode Island

Northern Pass’s phantom “benefits”

Jun 14, 2011 at 3:18pm by  | Bio |  7 Comments »

The current Northern Pass proposal is coming into focus as a bad energy and economic deal for New Hampshire, and regionally the benefits seem less than impressive. read more..

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Posted in: Clean Energy & Climate Change, New Hampshire, Northern Pass

CLF Shares Harbor Preservation Strategies with Indonesian Delegates

Jun 13, 2011 at 4:52pm by  | Bio |  1 Comment »

On Friday, June 10, CLF’s Boston office had the pleasure to host 10 members of the Indonesian non-profit organization Genderang Bahari (Maritime Spirit) Movement to discuss strategies for the preservation of historic harbors. read more..

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Posted in: Clean Water & Healthy Forests, Massachusetts, Ocean Conservation

Efficiency calling . . . and it is coming from inside the house . . .

Jun 13, 2011 at 3:52pm by  | Bio |  Leave a Comment

Ever buy a furnace? How about a central air conditioning system? read more..

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Posted in: Clean Energy & Climate Change

In Portland, one local business sets an environmentally-conscious example

Jun 10, 2011 at 9:11am by  | Bio |  Leave a Comment

At a time when Maine’s new governor is trying to revive the false choice of business versus the environment, the Oakhurst Dairy company is proving that what’s good for the environment is also good for business. read more..

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Posted in: Clean Energy & Climate Change, Maine

The real price of renewable energy in Maine

Jun 9, 2011 at 11:06am by  | Bio |  Leave a Comment

For those of you following Maine Governor Paul LePage's assault on the state's environmental protections, check out this op-ed by CLF Maine Director Sean Mahoney, which appeared June 3 in the Bangor Daily News. read more..

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Posted in: Clean Energy & Climate Change, Maine

Crude Politics

Jun 8, 2011 at 12:25pm by  | Bio |  Leave a Comment

With gas prices hovering around $4 a gallon, many New Englanders are rightfully asking why we’re paying so much at the pump. read more..

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Posted in: Clean Energy & Climate Change, Massachusetts, Ocean Conservation

Meet the 2011 CLF interns!

Jun 6, 2011 at 6:10pm by  | Bio |  Leave a Comment

Yes, it’s that time of year again. Over the last few weeks, CLF has initiated a new group of interns working in our offices across five New England states. read more..

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Posted in: Announcements

Wind power gains momentum in Vermont

Jun 6, 2011 at 12:14pm by  | Bio |  2 Comments »

CLF applauds the balance regulators struck in approving the Kingdom Community Wind Project in Lowell, VT. read more..

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Posted in: Clean Energy & Climate Change, Vermont

CLF questions Maine’s bid to purchase East Millinocket landfill

Jun 6, 2011 at 11:50am by  | Bio |  Leave a Comment

The state of Maine is steadily moving forward in its quest to potentially purchase an East Millinocket landfill as part of an effort to save two paper mills that are responsible for hundreds of jobs in the Katahdin region. read more..

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Posted in: Clean Water & Healthy Forests, Healthy Communities & Environmental Justice, Maine

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