Rhode Island Archives

Aug 31, 2023

Climate Change Worsens Extreme Weather in New England

Clean energy can help us slash the carbon pollution driving heat waves, storms, and floods.

An aerial view of Waterbury, Vermont's flooding during the intense rainstorm of Summer 2023. Houses are submerged up to their doorsteps.

Aug 25, 2023

A Dog’s Life on the Line: Blue-Green Algae Threatens Pets and People

CLF’s top dog calls for action on toxic pollution that can kill dogs and sicken people

Henry, a Labrador Retriever, looks dejected while sitting by the water

Aug 08, 2023

Rhode Island Begins Clean Car Process

“Harmful emissions from gas-powered cars and trucks are driving the climate crisis and polluting the air in our communities,” said CLF attorney James Crowley. “Rhode Island has an opportunity to tackle the climate crisis while cleaning up the air in our neighborhoods. It’s time to ditch fossil fuels once and for all, and these new rules will help us get there.”

Electric vehicles are a critical part of our climate solutions.

Aug 07, 2023

Got Leftovers? Thrifty Tips for a Waste Free Gathering

Hosting a waste-free gathering doesn’t have to be difficult. Here are a few tried-and-true tips to reduce food waste on your next summer cookout – and during your holiday feasts, too.

Table with hot pot surrounded by vegetables, meats, and toppings for Chinese cookout. Image illustrates well-planned menu to avoid food waste and leftovers.

Aug 04, 2023

6 Ways Urban Trees Benefit Our Climate and Health

Here are six ways that urban forestry can help our communities if we choose to invest in it.

People sitting and walking along a treelined street

Aug 01, 2023

Clean Energy Garners Praise But Big Gas Doubles Down in Regional Electricity Forum

While Big Gas is still trying to peddle its climate-damaging products, regional officials seem poised to recognize the power of solar and wind energy.

an electricity tranmission tower and wires against a blue sky with a solar flare. It is from viewpoint of looking up from the ground.

Jul 31, 2023

5 Questions for Kate Sinding Daly

CLF’s new senior vice president of law and policy is a veteran environmental advocate primed to oversee the organization’s advocacy efforts across New England.

Kate Sinding Daly, CLF Senior Vice President of Law and Policy

Jul 26, 2023

Climate Change + Stormwater Pollution Equals Dirty, Unsafe Swimming Holes

Numerous beach closures in the summer of 2023 were a result of climate change and stormwater pollution.

Jul 20, 2023

Marian Smith

“As an environmentalist, I am always looking for more ways to protect the environment, but confronting global climate issues can feel overwhelming. When I moved to Rhode Island, I found Conservation Law Foundation through friends and family. I knew immediately that supporting CLF was the best way to make a difference. So, I joined CLF’s… Continue reading Marian Smith

Jul 19, 2023

Conservation Matters: Summer 2023

Local farms are a fundamental way to connect communities through a shared love of healthy food.