COVID-19 has had a profound impact on Vermonters. But, if we move forward in the right way, we can build a resilient future for Vermont. Here are the three priority areas that we must work on to create the future we want.
Dec 23
2020
2020
Apr 17
2020
2020
CLF Appeals Ruling in Climate Case Against Exxon
“The communities surrounding this facility cannot wait for the EPA to dig through a mountain of backlogged permits to feel safe,” said Bradley Campbell, President of Conservation Law Foundation. “And waiting for a major storm to expose the vulnerability of the terminal is also not an option. This case needs to move forward now so Exxon is forced to prepare for the impacts the climate crisis will have on this facility. The health of thousands of its neighbors depends on it.”
Aug 30
2019
2019
Is New England Ready for a Hurricane Harvey?
UPDATE: As we head into the Labor Day weekend, Florida is preparing for Hurricane Dorian – which could strengthen to a category four storm by Monday. While we call our loved ones down South with reminders to stay safe, it’s also time to revisit whether or not New England is ready for extreme weather. Our…
Jul 26
2019
2019
CLF and Boston Waterfront Partners Celebrate Boston’s Public Open Spaces
“Waterfront spaces in Massachusetts are owned by the public, and those ownership rights are being threatened,” said Bradley Campbell, President of CLF. “Developers continue to wall off access to the water, even as climate change threatens to render useless the precious few open spaces that do exist. This event was critical in bringing together people from communities across Boston to learn how to advocate for their right to access the waterfront.”
Mar 1
2019
2019
Climate Change and the Massachusetts Public Waterfront Act
In order to meet the growing threat of climate change along the Massachusetts coast, the Commonwealth must update its laws and regulations to reflect changing climate conditions such as anticipated sea level rise and increased frequency and severity of extreme weather events. This task includes critical updates to the Public Waterfront Act program and its…
Oct 28
2016
2016
Superstorm Sandy: A Near-Miss for New England and Lessons Learned for the Future
Tomorrow marks the fourth Anniversary of Superstorm Sandy. On October 29, 2012, Sandy ripped through the East Coast, generating storm surge, flooding, and wind damage across 24 states. The storm claimed more than 70 lives – the majority from drowning and fallen trees. Those of us in New England watched in horror as the storm…
Oct 20
2016
2016
Boston: Yes on 5 Could Mean More Housing, Parks, and Historic Resources
VOTE YES ON 5 The hype for November 8 revolves primarily around the Presidential Election, but for Bostonians, Election Day also means you get to cast a vote on important local issues that could directly impact you and your neighborhood. One such issue is The Community Preservation Act (CPA), which will be question 5 on…