May 06, 2026
Can New England Industrial Facilities Run on Electricity? Yes.
It’s not only possible, but critical to upgrade these facilities to electricity so our neighbors don’t live in their polluting shadows.
State: Massachusetts
May 06, 2026
New England Industrial Electrification
A new report finds that it’s not only possible, but critical to upgrade these facilities to electricity so our neighbors don’t live in their polluting shadows.
Apr 30, 2026
Lowell Residents File Lawsuit Challenging Data Center Expansion
The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection unlawfully approved the air permit allowing the data center to operate dozens of diesel generators and cooling towers.
Apr 22, 2026
Six Ways to Help the Ocean
Whether you’re picking up litter or calling your lawmakers, anyone can help protect the ocean today.
Apr 21, 2026
Conservation Law Foundation Asks Department of Public Utilities to Reject Utility Climate Compliance Plans
April 21, 2026 (Boston, MA) – Conservation Law Foundation, the Environmental Defense Fund, and Sierra Club have asked the state’s Department of Public Utilities to reject gas utilities’ climate compliance plans and require the companies to resubmit new ones. “These plans are a resounding failure,” said Jocelyn Lee, CLF Staff Attorney. “Each one essentially commits… Continue reading Conservation Law Foundation Asks Department of Public Utilities to Reject Utility Climate Compliance Plans
Apr 17, 2026
Fending Off Federal Attacks on Wind Energy
Though Trump may be intent on killing wind energy, the fact is that it already accounts for a significant share of the nation’s electricity. In 2023, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, wind energy made up 10.2% of utility-scale electricity generation. Before the Trump administration attacks, wind energy also supported approximately 131,000 U.S. jobs.
Apr 03, 2026
CLF Leverages Funds to Improve Public Health in New Bedford
With support from the EPA, CLF teamed up with a local marine business in New Bedford to swap their diesel engines for clean ones – making the air around the port cleaner for everyone.
Mar 31, 2026
Make Polluters Pay to Protect Our Communities
A Climate Superfund will place the responsibility where it belongs: with the companies that cause climate change in the first place.
Mar 27, 2026
The Truth About the Magnuson-Stevens Act
The Magnuson-Stevens Act has tried to protect our fish and fishermen, with mixed success.
Mar 25, 2026
A Win in the Fight Against Gas Leaks in Boston and Chelsea
This court’s report and recommendation brings us one step closer to more accountability for gas companies and meaningful protections for the people most affected.
