Cutting Fossil Fuels Archives

Nov 08, 2024

How Climate Change is Quietly Redefining New England’s Iconic Fall Season

Researchers at Climate Central find that autumn is becoming warmer, with consequences for our health and the environment

An angled view of a rocky mountain with trees covering it that are changing to their fall colors. Below the mountain is a body of water reflecting the scene above.

Oct 30, 2024

We Can Develop Offshore Wind Sustainably in the Gulf of Maine

CLF is fighting to ensure vital offshore wind projects in the Gulf of Maine are responsible and equitable.

Oct 18, 2024

Seeing Wind Turbines In Person Made Our Clean Energy Future That Much More Real

I recently toured the South Fork Wind Farm off the coast of Rhode Island – and it affirmed that we can and are producing clean energy right now.

CLF's Nick Krakoff in front of one of South Fork's wind turbines. The sky is bright blue and cloudy. Nick is wearing an army green pull over sweater and smiling at the camera.

Oct 01, 2024

Green Halloween: 5 Tips to Embrace the Zero Waste Spirit

On Halloween, U.S. consumers spend over $10 billion on decorations, plastic-wrapped candy, costumes, and more. Many of these items will eventually find their final resting place in landfills and incinerators. But fear not! Here are 5 tips to celebrate a Green Halloween without sacrificing your fun.

Adilson Gonzalez wearing a green halloween costume. Costume is made from thrifted items to create a wicked inspired outfit. Person wear green makeup, infinity glasses, a cape with a green brooch, and a black pointy hat.

Sep 30, 2024

Conservation Matter: Fall 2024

As the impacts of climate change become more intense across New England, nature-based solutions will be a key piece of the solution.

Cover of Conservation Matters. Photo of a fish surrounded by kelp. Text overlay: "Conservation Matters: Conservation Law Foundation. The Underwater Magnificence of Cashes Ledge. Fall 2024. CLF."

Aug 01, 2024

Fossil Fuels Are More Dangerous Than You Think. Clean Energy Offers a Way Out.

Fossil fuels are dangerous to workers and communities. Renewable energy is a safer alternative.

Jul 03, 2024

Railing Against the Wind

Local anti-wind citizens’ groups are using pro-environment rhetoric to turn public opinion against offshore wind, a tactic borrowed from fossil fuel companies.

Jun 28, 2024

The Supreme Court Just Disempowered the EPA

In its ruling against “Chevron deference” the Supreme Court has eroded the environmental and health protections we rely on.

view of facade of Supreme Court building

May 13, 2024

The Truth About Air Pollution and Climate Change

Air pollution across the United States is getting worse. Why? Because of our planet’s warming atmosphere.

May 01, 2024

Phil Coupe’s Sunny View on Clean Energy

Phil Coupe has been on the cutting edge of clean solar energy for the past 20 years. As co-founder of ReVision Energy, he wants to get the word out about the possiblities.