About Our Mission & Values
The Connecticut River Conservancy (CRC) restores and advocates for clean water, healthy habitats, and resilient communities to support a diverse and thriving watershed.
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Through collaborative partnerships in New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, and Connecticut, CRC leads and supports science-based efforts for natural and life-filled rivers from source to sea.
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Below are the areas of interconnected impact we are focused on.
The Connecticut River watershed is a public trust resource that
invites dedicated people and integrated solutions to come together.
Connecticut River Conservancy staff. Meet the team here.
Our Values
Collaboration
By listening, learning, and developing inclusive relationships, we build partnerships for action at all levels. We create opportunities and resources, offer meaningful support, and implement priority projects throughout the watershed with the communities who sustain and are sustained by our rivers.
Integrity
We act with transparency, accountability, and respect—honoring the trust placed in us by the communities, partners, and ecosystems we serve. Our decisions are grounded in science, guided by ethical practices, and focused on the long-term health of the Connecticut River and watershed.
Purpose
We are driven by a passion and deep commitment to clean water, healthy habitats, and resilient communities. Every action we take—whether through advocacy, restoration, or events—advances a mission to protect and restore the Connecticut River for the benefit of current and future generations.
Adaptability
We embrace change as essential to progress, responding to new challenges with creativity, flexibility, and resilience. By remaining open to innovation and learning from experience, we strengthen our ability to lead in a dynamic environmental and
social landscape.