It’s Earth Day!
It’s a busy Earth Day for Connecticut’s air, land, and water and for Long Island. Check out our press release of the exciting events this week, then keep reading for some Earth-friendly tips!
Category: Events
Guest Post: Citizens Summit builds on work of Clean Water / Jobs Coalition
David J. Miller, creator of Listen to the Sound and the Clean Water Jobs Coalition, details the history of nitrogen reduction in Long Island Sound and important collaborations still active today.
For Pete’s Sake: A Pete Seeger Tribute Concert
Pete Seeger was one of the great consciences of this nation. Join us in celebrating his environmental legacy!
Guest Post: Citizens Summit to Look from Past to Future of the Sound
Dr. Drew Carey of WaterVision provides a history of Sound management and urges citizens to join him at the Long Island Sound Citizens Summit to forge the latest chapter in the Sound’s great legacy.
After Earth Hour: Saving Energy at Home Every Day
All around the world this evening, people will observe Earth Hour by turning off their lights at 8:30 PM to make a point about conserving energy and about appreciating the beauty of the night sky.
An Update on Tree-Trimming
Concerned residents throughout the state want to keep their street trees intact.
Press Release: Tree-Trimming Plans Bad for Neighborhoods, Inconsistent with State Law
“The plans proposed would lead to the removal of far too many healthy trees—trees that shade our sidewalks, clean the air, reduce erosion and stormwater runoff, and raise property values. No one wants to live in a clear-cut neighborhood.”