Our programs incorporate law, science, engineering, and grassroots advocacy for a holistic approach to solving our region’s toughest environmental problems. Working in partnership with citizens like you, lawmakers, and allied organizations, we do everything from enforcing the Clean Air Act to removing dams that get in the way of migrating fish.
We know how to achieve lasting change at every level, from your backyard to the halls of Congress. And we do it by bringing uniting our specialized knowledge with the power of people like you who are ready to take action.
Our toolbox includes
Enforcing the laws that protect your air, water, and favorite natural places
Strengthening environmental protections and finding new ways forward
Putting shovels in the ground to create environmental change you can see
Residents gathering data about conditions in their own backyards
Spotting small environmental problems before they become big ones
You making a difference by speaking up, getting your hands dirty, and sustaining our work
Looking out for the communities that need it most
Working in concert, these tools keep your air healthy, your water clean, and the natural places you love safe all across Connecticut and New York—now and for future generations.