Straight from our chapter chair — catch up on what we’ve been up to this month and what is coming up next! With the changing of the season, we’re looking forward to  more advocating for the environment, including participating in Climate Week! Read more and get involved…

It should be more clear than ever that methane gas pipelines and compressor stations are destructive and the people do not want them—recently there was even an accident at the compressor station in Oxford. However, the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection continues to ignore this message. Read more and take action…

What is the difference between regular hybrid vehicles, sometimes referred to as “hybrid EVs” (HEVs), and plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs)? What kind of state and utility company rebates are available for these PHEVs? Where can you test drive and learn more about these EVs? Read more and get involved…

Even when change seems stuck on a larger scale, sometimes starting at the local level is where we can get the job done. Restrictions on gas-powered leaf blowers is an example of this—though a state bill has yet to be called to vote, towns are beginning to make the change themselves. Read more and take action…

Get to know Dr. Kimberly Stoner of New Haven, a long-time member of the Legislative Committee with the Sierra Club Connecticut. Through her work with CT NOFA and the Environmental Rights Amendment Alliance, Kim advocates for healthy soils, resilient farms, environmental rights, and climate solutions across Connecticut. Read more…

As the conservation organizer for Sierra Club Connecticut, Jhoni is on the front lines of organizing communities to protect our state's beautiful lands and wildlife. Now, she is here to answer your questions—no question is too big or too small when it comes to defending our planet and our local communities. Read more…

Join us for an afternoon of community, music, food, art, and climate action as we celebrate Climate Week! Climate Fest will bring together community organizations and sustainable small businesses that are making a difference across Connecticut. Discover local organizations, meet inspiring people, learn about sustainability, more. Read more and get involved…

You make a cleaner, greener, safer future possible in Connecticut. With every dollar donated, hour volunteered, and message sent, you get us closer to our shared goals: bringing in more affordable renewable energy, stopping dangerous polluting corporations, and ensuring more people than ever can get outside. Read more…