Elementary Education: Immersive Mill River Exploration with CRC’s Ryan O’Donnell
On a windy October field trip to the Mill River with CRC’s Ryan O’Donnell, third graders got their feet wet and learned about river health.
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Oct 112 min read
Unified Water Study: Long Island Sound Water Quality Grade Increased in 2024
Connecticut River Conservancy’s River Restoration Network partners at Save the Sound released the 2024 Long Island Sound Report Card.
Oct 43 min read
Hydropower Relicensing: 401 Water Quality Certification Comments for Vermont
401 Water Quality Certification refers to the Section 401 of the Clean Water Act (CWA) in which state water quality standards are followed.
Sep 113 min read
The 28th Annual Source to Sea Cleanup Invites Volunteers Along the Connecticut River
The goal is to remove as much trash as possible from waterways, riverbanks, and communities across the 410-mile Connecticut River watershed.
Aug 91 min read
River Impacts and the Clean Water Act: Understanding the 401 Water Quality Certification
Join your CRC River Stewards to learn about the next stage of the relicensing of five hydroelectric facilities.
Aug 63 min read
Extended Producer Responsibility in New England
EPR programs are systems that reduce the waste generated by industrial production by charging producers for the waste they generate.
Jul 162 min read
STEM Gems Summer Camp with Connecticut River Conservancy
Summary of environmental activities from a STEM-intensive week of hands-on education, career exploration, and mindful conversations.
Jul 53 min read
Water Way(s): River-Themed Education for Kids
The Water Way(s) Project and Curriculum is a community arts engagement project connecting children with their local Rivers.
May 302 min read
Connecticut River Conservancy’s Hydropower Relicensing Comments to FERC
After a 12-year process in the relicensing of 5 hydropower facilities on the Connecticut River, FERC public comments are submitted.
May 281 min read
River Day at Macdonough Elementary School
CRC recently participated in a Middletown River Day at Macdonough Elementary School in Middletown, CT!
Apr 243 min read
Support for HB1649 and SB543 in New Hampshire for Healthier Rivers
Connecticut River Conservancy along with other organizations recently submitted testimony on legislation related to PFAS.
Apr 171 min read
LiveStream: An Act of Congress - New Legislation to Protect our Watershed
At this LiveStream we celebrated Earth Day and the current Acts of Congress that may assist in protecting our great river and watershed.
Apr 164 min read
Farmington River Named One of America’s Most Endangered Rivers® of 2024
The Farmington River, the longest tributary of the Connecticut River, has been included as #6 in America's Most Endangered Rivers list.
Apr 122 min read
What People Are Saying: Public Comments for Hydropower Relicensing on the Connecticut River
Highlight of public comments submitted for hydropower relicensing of 5 hydroelectric facilities on the Connecticut River.
Mar 73 min read
Long Island Sound River Restoration Network Testimony in SUPPORT of SB 192 An Act Concerning Dam Safety with modifications
Long Island Sound River Restoration Network Testimony in SUPPORT of SB 192 An Act Concerning Dam Safety with modifications
Mar 74 min read
CRC Submits Testimony on Hydro, PFAS and Climate Change in CT
CRC Submits Testimony on Hydro, PFAS and Climate Change in CT
Mar 63 min read
Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity: Final Comment Period Open for Hydropower Facilities on the Connecticut River
As part of our mission, CRC has been a consistent participant in the relicensing of hydropower dams.
Feb 264 min read
CRC Submits Testimony to Prevent Pollution in CT
Connecticut River Conservancy Testimony in support of HB 5218 Act Concerning the Establishment of Riparian Buffers and Revision of Wetland.
Feb 143 min read
VT Needs to Plan for Climate Resiliency Now!
CRC Vermont River Steward Kathy Urffer shares details about the VT legislature's current action on climate resiliency.
Feb 84 min read
Climate Resiliency Legislation – Comments on VT S213
Vermont River Steward Kathy Urffer provides testimony in of support of VT S.213, an act relating to wetland regulation.
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