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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.
Oct 4, 20243 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.
Sep 12, 20243 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 9, 20241 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.
Aug 6, 20243 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 16, 20242 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.
Jul 5, 20243 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 30, 20242 min read
River Day at Macdonough Elementary School
CRC recently participated in a Middletown River Day at Macdonough Elementary School in Middletown, CT!
May 29, 20241 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 25, 20243 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 17, 20241 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 16, 20244 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.
Apr 12, 20242 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 7, 20243 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 7, 20244 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.
Mar 6, 20243 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 26, 20244 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 14, 20243 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.
Feb 8, 20244 min read
Flood Mud: Improving Flood Sediment Management
Assessment of how sediments were handled in developed areas during Vermont's flood response in July 2023.
Jan 12, 20241 min read
Kari Kastango Has Become the First Person to Swim the Entire Length of the Connecticut River
CRC is thrilled to announce that Kari Kastango is the first person to complete a swim of the entire length of the 410-mile Connecticut River
Oct 16, 20237 min read
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