Sep 03, 2026
Judge Hears Arguments in New Bedford Trash Facility Proposal
The Board of Health rejected the massive facility last year.
Focus Area: Healthy Communities
Sep 02, 2026
Massachusetts’ Biggest 2026 Legislative Wins
We made significant strides in protecting the environment in Massachusetts.
Aug 12, 2026
Federal Appeals Board Sides with CLF in Fight Over PFAS Pollution in Merrimack River
The Merrimack River and the people who depend on it deserve better than unchecked PFAS pollution.
Aug 04, 2026
Vermont Agency of Natural Resources, Leading Environmental Groups, and Let’s Build Homes Announce Roadmap to Comprehensive Wetlands Reform
This agreement strikes an important balance between addressing Vermont’s urgent housing shortage and protecting wetlands that are so critical to the state’s resilience.
Aug 03, 2026
How a “Layer Cake” Approach Will Protect Boston’s Coast
Boston needs a comprehensive, well-funded plan to protect our coast from climate change.
Jul 31, 2026
What Florida Taught Me About Vermont’s Invasive Species Problem
Invasive species harm our ecosystems and impact our daily lives no matter where we live—luckily, we can act.
Jul 23, 2026
State, City Officials Celebrate Opening of Dexter Street Commons Mixed-Use Complex in Pawtucket
Conservation Law Foundation invested in the development through the Healthy Neighborhoods Equity Fund, which CLF manages in partnership with MHIC.
Jul 23, 2026
Participatory Action Research: By Communities, For Communities
“Participatory action research” is an innovative approach to community building that values the leadership of residents.
Jul 20, 2026
Court Orders EPA to Implement National Soot Standard
This victory means the EPA must follow the law and implement strengthened standards for dangerous soot pollution.
Jul 17, 2026
Rhode Island’s Biggest 2026 Legislative Wins
Advocates made significant progress in the legislature for our Rhode Island communities and environment.
