Category: Energy & Efficiency

PRESS RELEASE: A Step Forward: The Connecticut Coalition for Climate Action Reacts to the 2026 Legislative Session

Hartford, CT—The 2026 Connecticut Legislative Session ended on Wednesday night, delivering incremental progress on key priorities advanced by our climate coalition. Here is what happened on three essential policy topics that will mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and protect residents from the adverse health impacts that are already impacting our state.   Affordable Energy  In the months leading up to session, Connecticut’s award-winning energy efficiency […]

Read more >

Midnight Wrap-up: Save the Sound Responds to Environmental Outcomes of the 2026 Connecticut Legislative Session

Hartford, CT — The 2026 Connecticut Legislative Session ended tonight at midnight, delivering important wins and hard-fought compromises for solar access, clean transportation, and ecosystem protection.   Below, Save the Sound policy experts comment on the outcomes of the 2026 session.  Advancing Renewable Energy, Clean Air, and Environmental Justice  “On the last day of the legislative session, the General Assembly passed a solar bill that ensures that the state’s residential, commercial, […]

Read more >

PRESS RELEASE: Connecticut Climate Action Week 2026

Hartford, CT— The Connecticut Coalition for Climate Action invites you to join in the celebrations of 2026 Connecticut Climate Action Week from April 16-22. This week seeks to highlight the positive difference that comes from working together to make Connecticut a healthier, safer place for all.  We invite members of the press to join us at the 2026 Student Climate Poster Competition […]

Read more >

Press Release: Save the Sound Rejects Gov. Hochul’s Plan to Weaken NYS Climate Law

Governor’s proposed rollbacks should not be included in NYS budget for FY2027 Save the Sound is profoundly concerned that rollbacks to the requirements of the Climate Leadership and Community Protection Act (CLCPA), New York’s Climate Law, proposed Friday by Governor Hochul will make New Yorkers more vulnerable to the consequences of climate change, particularly in […]

Read more >

PRESS RELEASE | Public Hearing on the Future of CT Solar

Hartford, CT—Tomorrow, March 5th, the Environment and Technology Committee of the Connecticut State Legislature will hold a public hearing to discuss the future of solar in the state. As the Connecticut Coalition for Climate Action, one of our main policy priorities is making it easier and cheaper for CT families and businesses to go solar.   About 5 years ago, […]

Read more >

Energy Efficiency is the Key to Affordability

What if you could make your home more comfortable and reduce your electric bill at the same time? That’s what Connecticut’s energy efficiency programs are doing for homes and businesses across the state.   How Energy Efficiency Saves you Money  Investments in energy efficiency save everyone money, whether you participate in the programs or not. That’s because not all electricity costs the same. As total electricity […]

Read more >

PRESS RELEASE: Save the Sound Responds to Governor Lamont’s State of the State Address

Hartford, CT—Today marks the start of Connecticut’s 2026 legislative session. Here’s what Julianna McVeigh, Doherty Climate & Resilience Campaigns Manager for Save the Sound, had to say about Governor Lamont’s comments on climate and energy in his State of the State address:  “We applaud the governor’s support for energy efficiency as an affordable solution to cutting pollution, reducing energy demand on the grid, […]

Read more >

PRESS RELEASE: CT Coalition for Climate Action 2026 Legislative Agenda: Affordable Energy, Sustainable Jobs, & Healthy Communities

Hartford, CT—today, the Connecticut Coalition for Climate Action released its priorities for the 2026 legislative session.   The Coalition, a broad-based and growing group of 168 health care providers, scientists, environmental organizations, religious groups, and others representing more than 300,000 members, was formed two years ago to address the climate crisis and environmental health and economic burdens facing Connecticut.  “The Connecticut Coalition for Climate Action brings […]

Read more >

Get Involved
Jump in

Join the fight! Memberships start at just $25 – support that’s badly needed now for a healthy, sustainable environment over the long term.

Join now

Take part

Get involved!
Check out our upcoming cleanups, webinars, community events, and more.

See more

Connect with us

Stay in touch by joining our activist network email list. We'll keep you up-to-date with current initiatives, ways you can take action and volunteer opportunities.

Sign up