Bottle bills place a small deposit on beverage containers. Consumers get that deposit back when they return the empty containers. Bottle bills tackle litter and improve recycling. Despite these benefits, the waste and beverage industries argue these programs are outdated or unnecessary. But here’s the truth: bottle bills work. Let’s dispel some myths.
Evaluating candidates running for office can be tricky. Especially when the environment is top of mind. Here are a few pointers to help you assess the best state, local, and national candidates.
In any given election, millions of us don’t vote for a whole host of reasons. Here are five common reasons people don’t vote, and how they can be overcome.
Who you vote into office colors every aspect of your life–from the purity of the air you breathe to the safety of the water you drink.
Cashes Ledge nourishes marine life and builds climate resilience in the Gulf of Maine.
The number of trees in a neighborhood is determined by income and race. It’s a troubling imbalance that holds broad social implications as we grapple with climate change.
New Englanders love a perfect beach day. But the trash that lines our coast from Connecticut to Maine is less than perfect. By pitching in to do a beach cleanup, beach lovers can make a significant difference in preserving our region’s natural beauty. Check out these tips to keep your favorite beach crystal clean.
We won’t accept polluted water, dangerous heat, and unpredictable energy costs as foregone conclusions in our communities—and our banks shouldn’t either. Instead, banks should work to enrich our communities with long-term, sustainable solutions that will improve residents’ health and welfare.
Robert King has nursed neglected dams back to health for more than 30 years. He says his story shows how regular people concerned about climate change can make a difference.
In June, the state of Hawai’i agreed to cut carbon emissions in a historic climate case settlement. This is a big win with implications for communities in New England and beyond.
