“This legislation is an important step forward in combatting climate change, growing real local jobs, and making Massachusetts a healthier place to live. It works to ensure that we will meet our 2050 climate mandate by setting a reasonable timeline with milestones along the way, while adding protection for vulnerable communities and our workforce. We urge the House to follow the Senate’s lead and pass this legislation.”
Jun 14
2018
2018
Jun 13
2018
2018
What Offshore Wind Means for New England
New England is forging ahead with offshore wind in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
Jun 13
2018
2018
Risky Vt. Yankee transfer should be stopped
Communities in Vermont still reeling from the toxic waste left behind in their drinking water from long-closed industrial plants understand the importance of corporate responsibility when it comes to environmental issues. Common sense protections keep polluters on the hook and money in the bank for clean-up efforts.
Jun 8
2018
2018
What Is Net Metering?
Strong net metering policies are a critical step on our path towards a local, clean energy future.
May 29
2018
2018
April 21, 2018: Renewable Energy Makes History in New England
April 21, 2018 was an historic date for the New England power grid: It was the first time that mid-day peak energy demand from the power grid was lower than at the lowest point overnight. The reason for this historic first is the effectiveness of energy efficiency and the combined output of 130,000 small, medium,…
May 23
2018
2018
Massachusetts and Rhode Island Move Forward With Offshore Wind
“The clean, local energy generated by these projects will benefit all of New England. CLF is looking forward to working with those involved to ensure this project comes online quickly while minimizing environmental impacts for endangered right whales and other critical species.”
May 15
2018
2018
CLF Sues EPA Over Rollback of Clean Car Standards
“The impacts of weakening these landmark standards will be widespread and severe,” said Emily Green, CLF Staff Attorney. “American families and businesses will be forced to pay more at the pump for gas, while the air we breathe becomes dirtier and the health of our communities is put at risk.”
May 14
2018
2018
Lawsuit alleges New Hampshire landfill contaminated river
Two environmental groups have filed a federal lawsuit alleging that a landfill in New Hampshire is leaking toxic chemicals into a nearby river.
May 9
2018
2018
When It Comes to Climate Change, the Kids are Alright
In Maine, 33 elementary- to high-school-age kids have forced the Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to consider regulating climate-damaging emissions. These kids, joined by CLF, hundreds of registered voters, and other environmental organizations, filed a petition that requires the DEP to hold a public hearing – scheduled for May 15, 2018 – on the need for and scope of such regulations.