Long Island Sound region Senators release letter on Plum Island

Senators Blumenthal, Schumer, Murphy, and Gillibrand, make the argument that the repeal of the law makes even more sense today, now that the economic reasoning for the original law no longer does.

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New York’s Clean Water Budget – A Chance to Fix Sewer Leaks Across the State

Towns around Long Island Sound and all over New York State are plagued with sewage leaks from aging wastewater infrastructure. The need is dire. In fact, 61 out of New York’s 62 counties have applied for state funding to help pay for badly-needed projects to protect public health and keep beaches open. The problem is, […]

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Council on Environmental Quality on chopping block

Margaret Miner of Rivers Alliance walks us through the importance of CEQ before a public hearing on Monday, March 2.

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Funding announced for CT Clean Water Fund and microgrid projects

The State Bonding Commission announced funding for clean water and microgrid projects around the state totaling $485.1 million.

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The Blue Plan is back!

Coastal and marine spatial planning (CMSP) for Long Island Sound is back on the table.

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Connecticut’s Legislative Session has begun!

Electric vehicle expansion, small-scale energy generation, protections for Long Island Sound, and transit funding are just a few things on the agenda for 2015.

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Domestic Implications of U.S./China Climate Deal

Last week, President Obama and China’s President Xi announced—in their first joint statement about global climate action—a new plan to begin tackling greenhouse gas emissions from their countries.

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CT Environmental Groups Applaud Governor’s Veto of Fishing Season for Glass Eels

Fishery in Connecticut would have harmed Long Island Sound food web, other wildlife

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