Mashapaug pond, which at times turns an artificial neon green, has been a no-go zone for years. Stormwater pollution flows here from roughly 70 industrial and commercial properties in the neighborhood. Every time it rains or snowpack melts, oil, grease, chemicals, and other sediment wash from nearby paved surfaces – around industrial facilities and a shopping center – into the pond.
The EPA’s reckless and unlawful decision blatantly undermines the fundamental right of every person to access clean, safe drinking water.
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New England’s drinking water is under threat from dangerous chemicals. Toxic per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances, otherwise known as PFAS or “forever chemicals,” infiltrate water because they are widely used in consumer, commercial, and industrial products.
Trash in landfills contaminates soil and water. That’s because all landfill sites will leak sooner or later.
The climate crisis threatens our lives, economy, land, air, and water. The actions we take between now and 2030 will shape New England’s future and that of our children and grandchildren. Every year, every month, and every day count. With nearly 60 years of success tackling the toughest environmental challenges, Conservation Law Foundation understands the… Continue reading Conservation Matters Spring 2024: Impact Report
New England’s last two coal-fired power plants will close by 2028 and the region will finally be free of this polluting, toxic, climate-changing fuel.
CLF is holding a big polluter accountable while allowing communities to restore contaminated public waters.
CLF’s top dog calls for action on toxic pollution that can kill dogs and sicken people
The Charles, Neponset, and Mystic Rivers are one step closer to getting cleaned up, thanks to action by CLF.
