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Winning the Race Against Waste in CT

October 5, 2026 | By Kerry Doyle

This summer, Clean Water Action’s ReThink Disposable team went on the road bringing reusable cups and a portable water refill station to races and events across Connecticut. Our mission? Stop trash before it starts on race day, reimagine how these events operate, and get athletes and spectators to buy in.

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Stamford Leads the Way in Cutting Plastic Trash and Costs

October 27, 2025 | By Kerry Doyle and Amber Schmidt

Local governments are on the front lines in the fight against plastic pollution and the City of Stamford is stepping up as a leader. This summer, Stamford’s Board of Representatives voted in favor of a new ordinance limiting the use and disposal of single-use plastic dining ware.

2026 Connecticut Fall Toast!

October 15, 2026 | Middletown, CT

Stay tuned for an updated date for Clean Water Action’s Annual Connecticut Fall Toast! All proeeds will support our campaigns to fight toxic chemicals, prevent plastic pollution, and build a clean energy future for Connecticut!

CT 2026 FALL TOAST

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2025 Connecticut Legislative Session Wraps Up with a String of WINS!

June 16, 2025 | By Anne Hulick

We did it! The Connecticut legislative session ended, and thanks to our tenacious canvass teams and our amazing members, our priority bills passed

Waterbury Home Energy Action campaign is in full swing!

August 18, 2023 | By Anne Hulick

Our Waterbury Home Energy Action campaign is in full swing in Connecticut and we’re thrilled to have a new Energy Justice Outreach Organizer, Sharod Blizzard, on the team!

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The Need for Energy Efficiency

April 3, 2023 | By Tom Dougherty

Participating in improving energy efficiency benefits not only the individual, but ultimately climate change around the world.