The U.S. Supreme Court has overturned 40 years of precedent and practice comprising the “Chevron doctrine,” under which federal courts defer to an agency’s interpretation of ambiguous legal terms when Congress has given that agency authority to implement the law.
Toxic blue-green algae makes it dangerous to swim for humans and animals, and climate change is making it worse.
Ship and boat strikes and entanglements in fishing gear are harming right whale families.
Electrifying Massachusetts’ commuter rail can help reduce pollution and improve service, particularly for environmental justice communities. We are making strides in that direction.
CLF worked with Salem Alliance for the Environment (SAFE), a local community group, to negotiate with the mayor of Salem and an offshore wind developer a legal contract known as a Community Benefits Agreement. Here, we present 5 takeaways from our work with the local community.
Fisheries management must preserve the beloved New England fishing industry with stronger regulations and measures to adapt to climate change.
Cynthia Pansing is CLF’s Vice President for Healthy and Resilient Communities, which comprises Community Resilience, Farm and Food, Impact Investing, and Research and Partnerships. Most recently, she was a CLF Senior Fellow, a nonprofit consultant, and the founding executive director of Berkshire Agricultural Ventures serving MA, NY and CT farms and food businesses. Over the… Continue reading Cynthia Pansing
Forecasters predict a very active hurricane season in 2024. But are building codes ready? Massachusetts has an opportunity to plan for extreme weather with the Climate Safe Buildings Act.
Stephanie is a paralegal supporting the Strategic Litigation team. Prior to joining CLF, she worked as a paralegal in private practice, where she supported attorneys in complex litigation matters. She graduated from the University of Chicago with a BA in Political Science and Public Policy. In her free time, Stephanie enjoys being outdoors, baking, and… Continue reading Stephanie Yu
Michael Naughton is Press Secretary for CLF. He is responsible for the organization’s day-to-day external communications and media outreach. Michael brings two decades of communications, media relations, and journalism experience to CLF. He joined CLF from Harvard Divinity School where he was senior media relations and communications lead, overseeing and executing the School’s media relations strategy and… Continue reading Michael Naughton
