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July 30, 2024 | New Hampshire Environmental Justice Laws Must Consider Total PollutionUnlike other New England states, New Hampshire does not have laws designed to consider the cumulative effects of pollution. |  |
July 26, 2024 | Progress Report: Victory for Nashua – Community Defeats Asphalt PlantNewport Construction Company dropped its lawsuit challenging Nashua’s rejection of a proposal to build a polluting asphalt plant. Amid pushback from residents, government actors, and interested organizations, including CLF, the Nashua Planning Board pointed out that the plan was inconsistent with the community’s character. The company’s withdrawal means the city’s decision stands: Nashua has defeated the asphalt plant for good. |  |
July 26, 2024 | Stopping Dangerous Chemical Pollution in Manchester and the Merrimack RiverIn Manchester, New Hampshire, treated wastewater gets released into the Merrimack River and sludge is burned in an on-site incinerator. That means these dangerous chemicals are released into our water and air every day. |  |
July 24, 2024 | Study Finds that Offshore Wind Is Cheaper and Healthier than Natural GasThe tri-state offshore wind projects could save New Englanders nearly $630 million in electricity bills annually. |  |
July 22, 2024 | 5 Questions for Marina VazPassion for fashion and ready to take action! Meet Marina Vaz, CLF’s environmental justice community advocate, and learn about her vision for the future of Nashua. |  |
July 22, 2024 | Boston Cyclists Deserve BetterBiking and the infrastructure to support it should be an integral part of Boston’s climate and transit vision. They should go hand in hand with reducing carbon pollution and increasing transit equity. |  |
July 19, 2024 | Guest Blog: Mardi Fuller’s Top Picks for Swimming in New EnglandClimate change is making New England’s summers hotter and heat waves longer. But finding a swimming hole to cool off isn’t easy for everyone. We asked Mardi Fuller about accessible and equitable access to swimming spots and about her top picks for beaches and lakes across the region. Mardi advocates for racial equity through writing,… Continue reading Guest Blog: Mardi Fuller’s Top Picks for Swimming in New England |  |
July 19, 2024 | Maine’s Climate Progress Not as Rosy as the State Would Like You to ThinkMaine still needs to drastically cut carbon pollution to meet its legal obligation under the climate law. |  |
July 18, 2024 | Beach Cleanups: Why Do They Matter and How to Make Yours CountNew Englanders love a perfect beach day. But the trash that lines our coast from Connecticut to Maine is less than perfect. By pitching in to do a beach cleanup, beach lovers can make a significant difference in preserving our region’s natural beauty. Check out these tips to keep your favorite beach crystal clean. |  |
July 17, 2024 | A Missed Opportunity for Climate ResiliencyWe won’t accept polluted water, dangerous heat, and unpredictable energy costs as foregone conclusions in our communities—and our banks shouldn’t either. Instead, banks should work to enrich our communities with long-term, sustainable solutions that will improve residents’ health and welfare. |  |