Cutting Fossil Fuels Archives

Apr 25, 2024

It’s Time for Maine to Deliver on Its Climate Law

CLF, Maine Youth Action, and Sierra Club are suing the State of Maine for breaking its 2019 Climate Law.

A view of the statehouse against the clear sky.

Apr 25, 2024

States Challenge New, Stricter Federal Tailpipe Pollution Rules

CLF and partners to intervene and defend rules.

a close up of a silver car's tailpipe. the car is driving on a road with other cars, blurred in the background. The tailpipe has grey fumes and smoke coming out of it, concealing most of the background.

Apr 05, 2024

Conservation Matters Spring 2024: Impact Report

The climate crisis threatens our lives, economy, land, air, and water. The actions we take between now and 2030 will shape New England’s future and that of our children and grandchildren. Every year, every month, and every day count. With nearly 60 years of success tackling the toughest environmental challenges, Conservation Law Foundation understands the… Continue reading Conservation Matters Spring 2024: Impact Report

Cover of Conservation Matters. Text says "Conservation Matters. Conservation Law Foundation. New England Leads the Way. 2023 Impact Report. CLF. Text overlays photos of solar panels, a wind turbine, a waterfront community, and a North Atlantic right whale.

Mar 28, 2024

Say Goodbye to New England’s Last Two Coal-Fired Power Plants

New England’s last two coal-fired power plants will close by 2028 and the region will finally be free of this polluting, toxic, climate-changing fuel.

An angled, overhead view of the Merrimack coal station.

Mar 27, 2024

Last Coal Power Plants In New England Will Close

“The end of coal in New Hampshire, and for the New England region as a whole, is now certain and in sight,” said Tom Irwin, Vice President Conservation Law Foundation in New Hampshire. “Now we must vigorously push for the phaseout of other polluting fuels like oil and gas. New England is positioned to be a leader in building a future where our energy comes from 100% clean sources, and fossil fuels no longer pollute the climate and threaten the health of our communities.”

Mar 18, 2024

The Truth About Carbon Footprints

The carbon footprint concept was a clever marketing tool used by fossil fuel companies to spread the blame on carbon pollution.

water droplet in the shape of a foot on a leaf

Feb 22, 2024

Connecticut Utilities Want to Invest in More Polluting Gas – at Your Expense

If state regulators approve their requested rate hike, gas bills will only get more expensive, and Connecticut will continue its dependence on polluting fossil fuels.

The top of a white thermostat is shown against a beige wall. Only the adjustment knob, the top, and the vents are visible. Inside one of the vent grills is a folded 100 dollar bill.

Dec 27, 2023

MBTA Closures: 5 T’s to Make Them Easier for Riders

To make closures as painless as possible, the MBTA must prioritize: 1. Timely Announcements, 2. Transit Alternatives, 3. Transparency, 4. Translation, and 5. Thinking Ahead.

3 digital displays announcing MBTA closures of the Red Line in three different languages: English, Spanish, and Chinese. Shadow of hand pointing to the signs.

Dec 06, 2023

Exxon settles suit with Conservation Law Foundation over Everett site

The 100-acre ExxonMobil tank farm in Everett will not be allowed to store fuel anymore as a result of a settlement agreement between the company and the Conservation Law Foundation. “This is a facility where ExxonMobil, which has known through work by its own scientists about the risks of extreme weather to their facilities, has done nothing to prepare for extreme storms,” said foundation President Brad Campbell.

Nov 03, 2023

Shell Oil’s waterfront facility in R.I. is ‘unprepared for climate risks,’ says environmental group

“While Shell tries every trick in the book to avoid coming clean about its involvement in the climate crisis, our community is in danger,” said Darrèll Brown, vice president of CLF Rhode Island.