Highways have cut Allston off for decades, limiting how people move and connect. The Allston Multimodal Project is a chance to fix that—if we push MassDOT to prioritize people, not just cars. Here’s how we can make it work for everyone.
We have a food waste problem. Each year, the U.S. trashes about 125 to 160 billion pounds of food. And while several factors play into our increasing wastefulness, the good news is, we have readily available solutions at hand.
Several studies have emerged challenging the effectiveness of plastic bag bans. These studies and their coverage in the media are causing some confusion among consumers and legislators. We want to set the record straight, as studies critiquing plastic bag bans don’t account for the broader scope of plastics.
Incinerator companies have done a great job green-washing their true impacts on communities by implying that so-called “waste-to-incineration” facilities are good neighbors offering a safe process that eliminates waste, allows for robust recycling programs, and generates renewable energy. Nothing could be further from the truth. The reality is burning waste harms the health, environment, and economy of many communities. The perceived benefits simply aren’t worth the risk.
The Atlantic Ocean shouldn’t be exploited for fossil fuels. CLF is ready to fight any attempt to start offshore oil drilling.
Reduced fares transform communities by improving access to jobs, healthcare, and culture while cutting costs for families. But what other benefits could we unlock for everyone by making transit more affordable?
Regardless, we’ll fight to keep offshore wind moving forward for the sake of cheaper energy and a healthier future.
As a lifelong environmentalist, I know that the climate crisis is an issue that cannot be taken lightly and that we don’t have an option to lose this battle. New England is at extreme risk from this existential threat. Addressing climate in our region should be highly motivating to us all. I believe in the… Continue reading Ted Ladd
I am a strong advocate for protecting natural resources. In 2010, my husband and I moved to Nahant and quickly became involved with Nahant SWIM Inc. (Safer Waters in Massachusetts). I have been President since 2011. Peter Shelley of CLF worked closely with SWIM, given his central role in cleaning up Boston Harbor decades ago. … Continue reading Vi Patek
Fifty years after they were originally established, Massachusetts Designated Port Areas have not undergone a comprehensive review or any type of reform to ensure they are responsive to present day dynamics.
