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August 30, 2024 | Why Cashes Ledge Deserves to Become a National Marine SanctuaryCashes Ledge nourishes marine life and builds climate resilience in the Gulf of Maine. |  |
August 16, 2024 | We Can’t Tackle Climate Change Without Honest MathVermonters want to believe that our state leaders are acting in the best interests of our families and communities. |  |
August 13, 2024 | Methane Leaks Threaten Our Trees, Putting Our Communities at RiskTrees are vital to climate resiliency because they keep cities cooler. But many trees are dying because of methane gas leaks. |  |
August 6, 2024 | The Truth About Tree EquityThe number of trees in a neighborhood is determined by income and race. It’s a troubling imbalance that holds broad social implications as we grapple with climate change. |  |
August 1, 2024 | Fossil Fuels Are More Dangerous Than You Think. Clean Energy Offers a Way Out.Fossil fuels are dangerous to workers and communities. Renewable energy is a safer alternative. |  |
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. |  |