Happy 10th Birthday to @CTfastrak! Since opening on March 28, 2015, the 9.4-mile bus rapid transit line has provided 26 million rides, connecting Hartford and New Britain, CT with fast, reliable transit. Recognized as the #1 BRT system in the US by @ITDP_HQ, CTfastrak has driven $295 million in private development, bringing new housing, shopping and dining options to communities along the line. FTA supported the transformative BRT system with a $454.6 million capital grant, helping expand transit access and economic growth in the region. bit.ly/3DMaDDH

Did CT's Federal Reps vote for people and the planet last year? Text SCORECARD to 877-877 and @LCVoters will send you their #LCVScorecard scores

CT’s Senate delegation earned a perfect, 100% score in @LCVoters Scorecard! 📷 Thank you, @SenBlumenthal and @ChrisMurphyCT , for fighting for our planet and people! #LCVScorecard lcv.org/scorecard

Strong testimony from Lori Brown of @ctlcv1: "We care very much about affordable housing—this legislation will help center development rather than gobbling up open space across the state. This is about choices and new opportunities." 🏡

Learn who you should contact when there's an issue in your community by visiting cga.ct.gov/webapps/cgafyl.as…. #civics #government #getinvolved #ct #vote #election

ACTION ALERT: Environment Committee Public Hearing this FRIDAY 10/31! Submit testimony to support: 🦈 Shark Finning Ban HB 5012 🌱 Adding Invasive Plants HB 5013 🚗 Tire Stewardship HB 5017 ⚓ Offshore Wind & Wildlife SB 63 💨 Medical Waste Burning SB 80 🎈 Balloon Sales SB 1154

Our 2025 Watchlist is now available on our website: ctlcv.org/watchlist Stay up to date with proposed environmental legislation in the CT state legislature. We will update the watchlist throughout the session, so check back often.

Your representatives in Hartford shape the laws that impact your life. Talk with them about the issues that matter to you. Visit myvote.ct.gov to find out who represents you, and start a conversation today! Together, we can build a stronger, more informed democracy.

"We must not be selfish or timid if we hope to have a decent world for our children and grandchildren." -President Carter on National Energy Policy in his 1977 "Moral Equivalent of War" speech. We thank President Carter for his visionary environmental work.

Great news for CT! Pres. Biden is protecting 625M acres of U.S. oceans, including the Atlantic, from future oil and gas leasing—safeguarding marine life, coastal communities, and our planet. @SavetheSound @SierraClubCT @TNC_CT @NRDC @LCVoters @BGAlliance @CleanWaterCT

The 2025 Enviro Summit Program is LIVE! From conservation legislation to the future of clean energy in CT, there's going to be something for every CT climate advocate. Check out the full program on our website!

BREAKING: Pres. Biden has announced a new goal to reduce U.S. climate pollution by 61-66% by 2035. Bold state level action in 2025 is the key to meeting these goals. CT legislators, we’re looking at YOU!

🚨 BREAKING: Montana's Supreme Court has upheld a ruling in favor of youth climate activists, finding that Montanans have a constitutional right to a healthy environment. Thank you to the brave, young Montanans who made this victory happen 👏

Congratulations to Mohegan Tribal Councilor John Harris for his recognition as the 2024 Community Impact Awardee by @ctlcv1 The Mohegan Tribe is dedicated to environmental stewardship and advancing sustainability across government and its businesses.

🌍 5 Reasons to Attend the 25th Anniversary Environmental Summit: 1️⃣ Prepare for the 2025 legislative session 2️⃣ Hear from top experts & advocates 3️⃣ Network with environmental leaders 4️⃣ Strategize climate solutions 5️⃣ Celebrate 25 years of progress with CTLCV

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📢 Join us for A CTLCV Action Hour! 🗳️ 🗓️ When: Monday, the 16th, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM 💻 Where: Zoom ➡️ Register now through the QR code in the flyer or the link in our bio!

Climate change psychological distress is associated with increased collective climate action in the U.S. nature.com/articles/s44168-0…

2025 will mark 25 years of CTLCV's environmental advocacy and our biggest Environmental Summit yet! Lawmakers, nonprofits, and activists will gather to discuss the future of Connecticut’s climate policy going into the 2025 legislative session. Register today!

“This election has shown that having candidates who care about the environment is important for Connecticut voters. Unfortunately, with Trump’s return to power, we face..." Lori Brown, CTLCV Exec Director. Read it here: ctlcv.org/press/release-in-c…