Aug 05, 2026
New England’s Best Beaches (And How We’re Protecting Them)
Our favorite shores deserve to be protected from climate change, pollution, and other threats.
State: Rhode Island
Jul 30, 2026
Victory for Community Advocates: Rhode Island’s Legislature Takes a Big Step Forward on Public Transit
After years of funding shortfalls and service cuts, Rhode Island riders and advocates won a major victory. The state’s new budget closes RIPTA’s projected gap, prevents another round of cuts, and invests in paratransit, bus shelters, and cleaner buses – putting public transit on firmer ground for the year ahead.
Jul 23, 2026
State, City Officials Celebrate Opening of Dexter Street Commons Mixed-Use Complex in Pawtucket
Conservation Law Foundation invested in the development through the Healthy Neighborhoods Equity Fund, which CLF manages in partnership with MHIC.
Jul 21, 2026
Protecting Our Endangered Species (Act) from Trump: Why We’re Suing the Administration
CLF is suing to protect the Endangered Species Act and New England’s Atlantic salmon from the Trump administration’s attacks
Jul 19, 2026
The World Cup’s Blistering Heat Exposed FIFA’s Aramco Sportswashing
Extreme heat forced FIFA to add new protections for players and fans during the 2026 World Cup. Yet the tournament also gave oil giant Aramco a global platform, exposing the contradiction at the heart of sportswashing: celebrating the game while helping a major polluter polish its image.
Jul 17, 2026
Rhode Island’s Biggest 2026 Legislative Wins
Advocates made significant progress in the legislature for our Rhode Island communities and environment.
Jul 01, 2026
What Is Battery Storage?
These batteries, while quite different than the ones in our phones or computers, work the same. They store energy so we can use it later.
Jun 30, 2026
Following CLF Petition, Regulators Adopt Latest Science to Support Atlantic Cod
There’s still time for New England’s cod populations to recover, but these fish need strong, science-based management plans.
Jun 30, 2026
Four Fascinating Species Found in New England’s Marine National Monument
The Northeast Canyons and Seamounts Marine National Monument fosters an incredible range of life
Jun 29, 2026
Conservation Matters Summer 2026
For decades, CLF has been a leading force in holding polluters accountable, protecting Lake Champlain, pushing for stronger safeguards, and driving real progress. That work has made a difference.
