Court Upholds Only Ocean Monument in the U.S. Atlantic
by Peter ShelleyA federal judge ruled that the Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument was created legally. The ruling confirms that the Antiquities Act can be used to protect the ocean, keeping these underwater spaces safe from oil drilling and commercial fishing.
Unwanted Invenergy Plant Faces Powerful Setbacks
by Jerry ElmerIn an unprecedented display of no confidence, our energy grid operator terminated its legal relationship with Invenergy. It’s yet another nail in the coffin on this unneeded, unwanted, fracked-gas power plant.
Landmark Law Leads to Climate Victory in Massachusetts
by David IsmayCLF dismissed three appeals challenging the permits for two new gas-fired power plants after Massachusetts’ highest court reaffirmed that lowering climate-damaging emissions is the law of the land in the Commonwealth.
Merrimack Gas Explosions: A Tragic Byproduct of Natural Gas
by Alyssa Rayman-ReadThe dangers of natural gas range from pollution to explosions. Fortunately, there are safer alternatives we can use to heat and power our homes.
New Stormwater Regulations Could Clean Up Vermont’s Waters
by Elena MihalyPollution from stormwater runoff is one of the biggest threats to clean water in New England. A new permitting rule could improve stormwater pollution in Vermont.
People “Pitch a Blanket” to Claim Public Space on Boston Waterfront
by Deanna MoranPublic space is about people feeling welcome to use it. CLFs Pitch A Blanket event was a reminder that meaningful public access to the water – not just token spaces – are essential for the city to come to life.
Counting Down the Weeks to Election Day 2018
by Sean MahoneyAs we head into election season this November, it’s on us to hold New England’s elected representatives to a higher standard on their commitment to the environment.
A Tale of Two Portlands
by Sean MahoneySouth Portland, Maine, and Portland, Oregon, are just two of the most recent cities to take a stand against Big Oil and new fossil fuel infrastructure.
Hurricane María: My Story
by Rohemir RamirezAfter surviving the unprecedented destruction Hurricane María brought to Puerto Rico, CLF staff attorney Rohemir Ramirez asks if New England is ready for the record-breaking weather climate change will bring.
Why Energy Efficiency Is So Powerful
by Bethany KwokaWe all know about clean, local energy like solar and wind. But there’s another form of clean energy: energy efficiency. Because the cleanest, cheapest energy is the energy you don’t use at all.
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