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A Connecticut fashion show just funded something that will bring joy to thousands: a 30-mile trail connecting communities from Norwalk to Danbury. The Wilton Woman's Club's 17th annual fundraiser proves that when neighbors come together, beautiful things happen.
Connecticut is channeling $15 million from the Volkswagen emissions scandal into projects that will actually clean the air residents breathe. The state's turning corporate wrongdoing into environmental wins for communities across Connecticut.
Connecticut's investment in early childhood education has hit a historic $700 million milestone, marking a major win for the state's youngest learners. State leaders gathered in Hartford Friday to celebrate the growing endowment that promises a brighter future for Connecticut families.
Dozens of volunteers gathered in Montana's mountains to maintain a beloved stretch of the Continental Divide Trail, honoring a community member who championed outdoor stewardship. The annual Pete Sorini Day brought together neighbors, hikers, and forest service staff to clear fallen trees and trim overgrowth near Butte.
Researchers from Mississippi State University are helping Connecticut count its black bear population for the first time in a decade using hair samples and genetic testing. The innovative survey method avoids disturbing wildlife while providing accurate population data.
Dedicated volunteers in Michigan's Upper Peninsula are maintaining beloved trails that serve 74,000 people each year, proving community spirit keeps nature accessible for everyone. Some volunteers adopt entire trails for the summer season.
A brand new trail now connects six European countries across 3,500 kilometers, creating one of the continent's most ambitious hiking adventures. The Wolf Trail takes hikers from Poland's Baltic coast all the way to Italy's Adriatic shores in a four to six month journey.
Hundreds of community members are transforming a beloved hiking trail into something better this Saturday. The free clean-up event celebrates National Trails Day while restoring 22 miles of urban wilderness that serves hikers, families, and wildlife alike.
Connecticut is on track to slash greenhouse gas emissions by 34% from 2001 levels by 2030 while saving families money on their energy bills. The state proves environmental progress and economic growth can happen together.
Connecticut just funded its first four housing projects designed to revitalize downtowns and help families afford to live near transit. The projects will create more than 260 new apartments across three towns in just two years.
Connecticut just passed a bill extending solar incentives through 2035 and giving home battery systems a major advantage. Starting in 2028, homeowners who pair solar panels with batteries will get unlimited incentives while standalone solar faces caps.
Connecticut just powered up with clean energy from its first offshore wind farm. Revolution Wind marks a major milestone in the state's journey toward renewable energy independence.
Connecticut is installing 370 new electric vehicle charging ports across state properties as part of a plan to electrify 780 government vehicles by 2030. The $3 million project marks a major step toward cleaner transportation for state workers.
Connecticut is installing 370 new electric vehicle charging stations for its state fleet, following infrastructure upgrades across state-owned properties. The move sets the stage for replacing hundreds of gas-powered government vehicles with electric alternatives.
A small Connecticut city just secured federal funding that will help local manufacturers lead America's clean energy future. The investment supports companies building fuel cells for space missions and underwater exploration while creating good jobs.
Over 500 students explored career pathways at a new pharmaceutical innovation lab in Connecticut. The hands-on learning center connects classroom science to real-world medicine development.
Court-appointed volunteers are changing lives for Connecticut children in foster care, helping them find stability and permanent homes. Research shows these caring adults cut the chances of kids returning to foster care by half.
Researchers are using barbed wire traps and DNA testing to count Connecticut's black bears for the first time in over a decade. The innovative method helps protect both bears and people through better population management.
Connecticut's Siting Council just greenlit a solar project that will transform 30 acres of vacant farmland into clean energy for Manchester. The facility will generate enough power to make a real difference while protecting the environment.
More than 50 Connecticut high schoolers just completed a three-week program where they got paid while learning skills for clean energy careers. The Green STEP Summer Program equipped them with hands-on technical training and industry certifications for jobs in energy efficiency and green building.
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