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Save the Sound Petitions EPA to Slash Nitrogen Pollution in Sound

This morning, we filed a petition with the EPA requesting a new or revised legally enforceable plan to identify and reduce the biggest remaining sources of nitrogen pollution harming Long Island Sound.

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Resiliency & Restoration at Sunken Meadow Park (Part I)

This spring, Save the Sound will begin work on our biggest habitat project yet: bringing abundant wildlife and eco-conscious tourists & students to a thriving marsh, river, and coastal park.

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Funding announced for CT Clean Water Fund and microgrid projects

The State Bonding Commission announced funding for clean water and microgrid projects around the state totaling $485.1 million.

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The Blue Plan is back!

Coastal and marine spatial planning (CMSP) for Long Island Sound is back on the table.

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Village of Mamaroneck Water Quality: what do we know and what can be done

We recently summarized Save the Sound and New York State’s findings along with specific recommended actions that the Village administration can take right away at a presentation to the VOM Committee for the Environment.

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Keeping It Green Ep. 2 – Where Does Our Electricity Come From?

Episode #2: Where Does Our Electricity Come From? This episode covers what energy sources are used to generate electricity in the U.S., a basic overview of how power plants work, how electricity gets from power plants to end users, how Connecticut regulates electric utilities, Connecticut’s electricity profile, and how Connecticut fits into the regional context, […]

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Keeping It Green Ep. 1 – Electric Vehicles in CT: Where Are We Now?

Episode #1: Electric Vehicles In Connecticut: Where Are We Now? This episode covers the types of electric vehicles (EVs), how they differ from gasoline-powered vehicles, what models are currently available in Connecticut, the EV charging network in Connecticut, and what Connecticut is doing (and can do) to incentivize drivers to purchase or lease EVs. [archiveorg […]

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Connecticut’s Legislative Session has begun!

Electric vehicle expansion, small-scale energy generation, protections for Long Island Sound, and transit funding are just a few things on the agenda for 2015.

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