June 6, 2023

Discover Cool Creatures that Thrive in New England’s Ocean

New England’s ocean is full of fascinating and beautiful marine life. Each of these species depends on a healthy ocean to thrive, and all are impacted by the threat of warming waters caused by the climate crisis. Protected areas in our ocean, like the Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument, are known to help… Continue reading Discover Cool Creatures that Thrive in New England’s Ocean

Atlantic Wolffish
June 2, 2023

Did You Know These 5 Facts about New England’s Ocean?

From deep-sea canyons to underwater forests, New England’s ocean abounds with life.

Ocean wave
June 2, 2023

Why New England Needs Stricter Clean Cars and Trucks Standards

by Emily Green

The cars, buses, and trucks we drive are the largest source of climate damaging emissions in the region. We need bold standards to slash this pollution and slow climate change.

A row of gray electric cars being charged at charging stations.
May 12, 2023

Victory in Vermont: State Passes Affordable Heat Act

by Elena Mihaly

With your help, Vermont’s Legislature overrode Governor Scott’s veto to sign this critical bill into law.

A hand turns the dial on a thermostat attached to a radiator to adjust the temperature.
May 5, 2023

Massachusetts Adopts New Standards that Will Boost Electric Vehicles 

by Katherine Lee Goyette

The Advanced Clean Cars II standards will require automakers to produce more electric cars, increasing their availability for Massachusetts residents.

A row of gray electric cars being charged at charging stations.
May 5, 2023

Methane Leaks Threaten Our Trees, Putting Our Communities at Risk

Trees are vital to climate resiliency because they keep cities cooler. But many trees are dying because of methane gas leaks.

Unhealthy tree along a gas main
May 4, 2023

In Maine, A Food Entrepreneur Produces an Almond Milk She Would Actually Drink

by Pam Reynolds

Myranda McGowan’s The Whole Almond is one of the New England food start-ups helped by CLF’s Legal Food Hub.

The Whole Almond is a food start-up that produces almond milk.
May 4, 2023

In East Boston, A Community Farm Combines Food, Education, and Environmental Stewardship

by Pam Reynolds

Eastie Farm is a community farm and educational center in East Boston that has been assisted by CLF’s Legal Food Hub.

Kannan Thiruvengadam stands outside the Eastie Farm greenhouse.
May 3, 2023

We Must Put Massachusetts Climate Laws into Action Now 

by Caitlin Peale Sloan

CLF has provided the Healey administration with steps to slash climate pollution to net zero by 2050.

Person holding up a painted sign that says "systems change, not climate change."
May 3, 2023

Four Seasons at the MBTA: A Hot, Cold, Windy, Rainy Year

by Adilson González Morales

Across modes of transportation, neighborhoods, and seasons, extreme weather threatens the safety of MBTA riders.

Illustration of MBTA red line train during the summer. Passenger experience dehydration and other heat-related issues.