Hartford’s new zoning code an environmental win!

It may come as a surprise to learn that the brand-new zoning code of our capital city, Hartford, is now among the most sustainable in the country. But it’s true! 

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What’s on tap: 2016 CT legislative agenda

Connecticut’s legislative session starts on Wednesday and we’re thrilled to share our priorities with you! 

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Launching the Save Oswegatchie Hills Coalition

CFE is co-launching Save Oswegatchie Hills Coalition with local grassroots groups Save the River-Save the Hills and the Friends of Oswegatchie Hills Nature Preserve to protect a fragile coastal forest in East Lyme.

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Our 2015 Year in Review

Together we did great things to protect Connecticut’s land, air, and water and Long Island Sound in 2015!

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Governor Cuomo Shares Vision & Investment Plan for Clean Water & Healthy Sound

Increased clean water and environmental funding for New York State means a safer and more vibrant Long Island Sound.

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A Time to Be Grateful: A Healthy Sound for 2016

This is the eighth and final installment in our “A Time to Be Grateful” series. See all the posts here. The Sound is crying for New Year Action As you make your New Year’s resolutions, there are many ways you can help Long Island Sound. And for that, we are grateful. 2016 New Year’s Resolutions for […]

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A Time to Be Grateful: Thanks to Our Members

We are so grateful for you, our CFE and Save the Sound members, for caring about Connecticut’s land, air and water, and Long Island Sound…and for being part of our team!

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A Time to Be Grateful: Students who Love Science

We’re grateful for the next generation of Long Island Sound stewards. Encouraging young people to care about Long Island Sound is an important part of our mission. Luckily our region is blessed with lots of students who are smart, love science, and are dedicated to environmental advocacy. We get excited anytime STEM (the academic disciplines […]

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