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February 8, 2019 | New Hampshire’s Lagging Energy Efficiency Program Is Getting a BoostEnergy efficiency cuts harmful carbon pollution cheaply and helps keep families safe and warm. That’s why we’ve been working hard on the efficiency beat in New Hampshire, which still ranks last in the region for the effectiveness of its energy efficiency programs. This poor ranking means we’re paying a lot more than we need to… Continue reading New Hampshire’s Lagging Energy Efficiency Program Is Getting a Boost |  |
February 7, 2019 | Toxic Chemicals Threaten Rhode Island’s Drinking WaterToxic chemicals threaten Rhode Island’s waters and the health of its residents. CLF is asking state regulators to take aggressive action to protect communities from PFAS contamination. |  |
February 6, 2019 | Bills to Watch as Massachusetts Kicks off Legislative SessionCLF is focusing this session on five critical areas of groundbreaking, proactive legislation: cutting carbon pollution, boosting clean transportation, reducing plastic pollution in our environment, and preparing our cities and towns for climate change impacts. Learn more about the bills before the legislature and how you can get involved. |  |
January 30, 2019 | How to Save Energy (and Money!) During a Cold SnapGlobal climate change has real effects here at home, including creating more intense winter storms. Try these practical ways to stay warm at home while reducing your energy costs. |  |
January 23, 2019 | Getting Offshore Wind Right for New England’s Right WhaleAs offshore wind projects move forward off of New England’s coast, it’s important to bring this clean energy online while maintaining a healthy ocean. Part of that balance is ensuring that offshore wind development does not harm our iconic – and severely endangered – North Atlantic right whales. CLF and our partners reached landmark agreement with offshore wind developer Vineyard Wind to make sure that this exciting source of clean energy doesn’t come at the expense of our treasured right whale. |  |
January 18, 2019 | Building Stronger Communities from The Ground UpLeilani Mroczkowski is a Community Engagement Coordinator for GreenRoots. I’m always struck by how open people are to sharing their stories. Usually, all you have to do is ask. But what’s more important is to listen. On a hot summer evening this past August, I joined five young researchers in the GreenRoots Environmental Chelsea Organizers… Continue reading Building Stronger Communities from The Ground Up |  |
January 18, 2019 | Using Community-Led Research to Address Environmental InjusticeWe are where we live. Every day our environments shape our lives and our health. We are all connected by the air we breathe, the water we drink, the food we eat, the roads and sidewalks we use, the pipes in our walls, the sewer systems under our feet, the parks where we play, and… Continue reading Using Community-Led Research to Address Environmental Injustice |  |
January 15, 2019 | Tackling Toxic Chemicals in New Hampshire’s Drinking WaterCLF and our partners are calling on state leaders across New England to step in to protect our drinking water – and our health – from dangerous chemicals. |  |
January 14, 2019 | Our Best Weapon in the Fight Against Climate Change? Strong Climate LawsIn the face of the Trump administration’s continued attempts to roll back regulations aimed at curbing climate change, state and local governments must step in. In 2019, it’s essential that we make real progress at a local level to lower polluting emissions. The science is clear: If we don’t collectively cut our climate-damaging emissions to… Continue reading Our Best Weapon in the Fight Against Climate Change? Strong Climate Laws |  |
January 11, 2019 | CLF Responds to Calls for More Gas PipelinesCLF responds to a Boston Globe editorial calling for more gas pipelines at a time when emissions are rising and the negative effects of gas are abundantly clear. |  |