Connecticut

Articles, Press Releases, and Announcements

In Order of Publication Date
A group of Eco-Leaders in a field working together to plant a tree.
Environmentalist Futures Take Root with the Eco-Leadership Corps
October 04, 2023 — In its third year, the Greenwich ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Center program is preparing students for a future in conservation.
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Red Knot points long beach down towards sand, foraging for food. Red is visible on its stomach.
New Law Aims to Increase Horseshoe Crab Populations
August 21, 2023 — Migratory birds like the Red Knot depend on crab eggs to fuel their long journey north.
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Allyson Thompson leans over slightly, arms held out in front of her as she gently releases a newly tagged Purple Martin back towards the nesting structure it came from.
A New Frontier for Purple Martin Conservation in Northwest Connecticut
August 17, 2023 — New tracking technology will allow researchers to study martin movements across the country—and outside of it!
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Restored Salt Marsh Becomes Hub for Science Research
July 20, 2023 — The newly-restored Great Meadows Marsh in Stratford hosts UConn, Yale students and local scientists looking to learn more about climate change and healthy habitats.
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Least Tern Nest, Protected by the Connecticut State Endangered Species Act, Trampled by Off Leash Dog at Connecticut State Park
July 18, 2023 — In situations like this, a pet’s owner could face up to $20,000 in associated fines.
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2023 Environmental Leadership Awards Honors Local Mentor and Community Scientist
June 23, 2023
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Several rows of sapling trees with their roots encased in burlap, ready for planting.
Greenwich ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Center Launches Crowdfunding Campaign to Honor Indigenous Forest Management
May 26, 2023 — $7,500 crowdfunding goal to receive matching grant from Sustainable CT’s Community Match Fund
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"Lights Out" Bill Passes House Unanimously
May 10, 2023 — It is now up to the Senate to help save migratory birds from fatal collisions
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Seven Purple Martins, some adult and some immature, perch atop the pulley system of the nest structure against a pale sky. In the background, one Purple Martin flies, wings spread.
Connecticut's Purple Martins Get a New Place to Nest
March 28, 2023 — These new nest boxes will create bird conservation opportunities at Bent of the River ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ Center.
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A male Scarlet Tanager perches on a branch, viewed from below as it looks ahead.
Great Mountain Forest First-Ever Officially Recognized Bird-Friendly Maple Syrup Producer in Connecticut
February 28, 2023 — Just in time for production season, this 6,000 acre forest in Litchfield County is being recognized for managing its sugarbush in ways that help declining forest birds.
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