A Firsthand Account of the Ravages of Lead Poisoning
by Tom IrwinJoan Valk, a Family Support Specialist at Child Family Services in New Hampshire, sees the terrible impact of lead poisoning on children and families every day.
Painting or Renovating? Keep Your Family Safe from the Hazards of Lead
by Tom IrwinIf your home was built before 1978, it’s essential to the health of your family that you ask an important question: Will my home improvement project disturb lead-based paint?
How Can a “Biological Opinion” Help North Atlantic Right Whales?
by Erica FullerImmediate action is required to save the North Atlantic right whale. Getting an accurate Biological Opinion is a key step.
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.
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