Hope of climate progress with U.S./China deal

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

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Save the Sound intern documents her experiences on Dominica: The Nature Island

Through her experiences, intern Emma Hickey expanded her view of US environmental policy and consciousness

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Art Show: The Natural Beauty of Plum Island

You’re invited! The first joint show of two artists: John Sargent in pastel and paint, and Bob Lorenz in photography. Opening Reception Thursday, November 6th 5:00 to 7:30 pm Light refreshments provided. RSVP to tarcher@ctenvironment.org or 203-787-0646 x117 Acton Library 60 Old Boston Post Road Old Saybrook, Connecticut You’ll enjoy beautiful depictions of Plum and engage […]

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New book reveals true history of Plum Island

For many decades, mystery and intrigue have surrounded this island off Long Island’s North Fork. For the first time, a new book chronicles “the world’s most mysterious island.”

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5 things you need to know about Climate Change and Food

This re-post from the Environmental Defense Fund blog is the second in our occasional series about food. 

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Save the Sound releases Westchester water testing results

Monitoring finds dangerous levels of bacteria at Beaver Swamp Brook and Hutchinson River, cleaner beaches

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NY & CT Long Island Sound Stakeholders Request Strengthened Sound Restoration Plan

Citizen Advisory Committee members ask for clear, focused blueprint for Long Island Sound

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