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September 25, 2018	Counting Down the Weeks to Election Day 2018 by Sean Mahoney As 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.
September 24, 2018	A Tale of Two Portlands by Sean Mahoney South 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.
September 20, 2018	Hurricane María: My Story by Rohemir Ramirez After 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.
September 15, 2018	More Good News for Public Access in Everett by Deanna Moran October 15, 2018: In September, National Grid appealed MassDEP’s written determination requiring them to build a public pathway on their land. CLF – in partnership with Mystic River Watershed Association and Friends of the Malden River – filed a motion to participate in the proceeding. We support MassDEP’s decision and want to ensure that our members… Continue reading More Good News for Public Access in Everett
September 14, 2018	Five Ways Cities and Towns Can Slash Trash and Fight Climate Change by Kirstie Pecci The Global Climate Action Summit is underway in San Francisco, California. Leaders from across the country – including CLF’s President, Bradley Campbell – and the globe have gathered to exchange ideas about how we can address the most pressing issue of our time: climate change. The Summit is also challenging cities and towns around the… Continue reading Five Ways Cities and Towns Can Slash Trash and Fight Climate Change
September 14, 2018	Federal Farm Bill Could Harm New Englanders by Sara Dewey Our elected officials in Washington, D.C., are currently making big decisions about the future of farm and food policy in our country – and it matters for all of us. We need you to speak up for the Farm Bill to ensure that it helps, rather than harms, New England’s farmers.
September 14, 2018	New England’s Marine National Monument Turns Two by Priscilla Brooks It’s been two years since President Obama designated the Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National monument, providing full protection of this remarkable ecosystem for generations to come. That includes creatures like sperm whales, ocean sunfish, and basking sharks.
September 13, 2018	Trump Administration Wants to Weaken the Endangered Species Act by Erica Fuller The Trump administration has proposed changes to how the Endangered Species Act gets implemented that would be detrimental to countless species. Let the administration know you oppose these changes and support a strong Endangered Species Act so that right whales – and thousands of other species – will continue to be protected.
September 13, 2018	New Hampshire Forges Ahead with Local Climate Action by Tom Irwin As the federal government not only fails to tackle the global climate crisis, but actually obstructs progress to reduce the pollution that’s causing it, one bright spot has emerged: Local communities are stepping in to fill the growing federal climate gap. Climate Mayors is a bi-partisan network of U.S. mayors working to lead local action… Continue reading New Hampshire Forges Ahead with Local Climate Action
September 12, 2018	Protecting Vermonters from Toxics in Drinking Water by Jen Duggan Vermonters can no longer take the safety of our drinking water for granted. In 2016, the widespread contamination of drinking water in Bennington County with toxic chemicals grabbed our attention and forced the question: exactly how safe is our drinking water?