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Where Water Flows, Equality Grows - World Water Day 2026

March 18, 2026 | By Jon Scott
World Water Day is an annual celebration started by the United Nations in 1993 to raise awareness about the importance of fresh water. It’s a call to action. That’s what Clean Water Action means when we talk about our vision and goal of clean water that is fishable, swimmable and drinkable – for all
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A New Energy Law in Massachusetts

August 9, 2016 | By Joel Wool
It has been a busy, busy two years. Advocates, activists, health professionals, clean energy entrepeneurs, faith leaders, researchers, scientists, and public officials in every corner of the state have been pushing forward clean energy and climate solutions that empower communities, invest in our
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Advocates Pose With Governor At Signing of New Energy Bill
Bioswales like this help control storm water bring the beauty of nature to Providence College’s urban campus. Photo By Dave Everett

Lessons from a Rainy Day

August 9, 2016 | By David Gerraughty
I had a relative who told me when I was growing up: “If you want to make sure it rains, plan an event that must be held outside.” I’m pleased to say that wisdom proved correct when our tour of green infrastructure projects at Providence College was held in a light, steady rainfall. The fact that
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Sewage Overflow in Baltimore. Photo by Jennifer Kunze

6 Million Gallons of Sewage in Baltimore's Waterways

August 8, 2016 | By Sam Kendrick
When Baltimore City’s sewer system was first installed in 1909, it was considered cutting edge technology. Now, after over a century of neglect, it is undersized and outdated, and has led to raw sewage flowing into the city’s waterways and flooding residents’ basements. After the powerful storm that
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