Connecticut River Conservancy Receives MassDEP Grant for Water Quality Monitoring
CRC is leading a coalition of four watershed organizations to conduct a regional monitoring program among coalition partners.
Cyanobacteria Monitoring Report 2023
Connecticut River Conservancy began a cyanobacteria monitoring program in the summer of 2022, and has continued this work throughout the 2023 field season. While cyanobacteria does not yet pose a serious threat to the Connecticut River watershed, there have been cases of cyanobacteria blooms which have the potential to become a bigger challenge in the future as climate extremes increase and agricultural nutrients affect water quality.
Currents at the Conservancy: New Leadership and Program Highlights
Connecticut River Conservancy's end-of-year livestream recording, which offers 2023 programs highlights from staff and an introduction from CRC's new Executive Director.
Beaver Brook Dam Removal Project Update
Dam removal and new bridge construction in Wilmington, VT, to restore water quality, reconnect native Brook trout habitat, & improve flood resiliency in Beaver Brook.
Press Conference: The Threat of Hydrilla in the Connecticut River
Full recording available. This press conference was intended to educate the public about testing and remediation of invasive aquatic species in the Connecticut River, focusing on hydrilla, an invasive species.
Stormwater, Sewage & Water Quality: a Status Update
The Massachusetts portion of the Connecticut River is impacted by four remaining CSO communities, all of which have been working to reduce CSO discharges for decades.
Statement on Floodwaters Around the Connecticut River
Our primary concern at this time is safety. We do not recommend any recreation activity on the river until the rain has subsided and the risk of flood has passed.
How the Supreme Court’s Clean Water Act Decision May Impact the Connecticut River & Surrounding Habitats
Summary of the decision, potential impact to wetlands, and how CRC will be moving forward to protect clean water.
Comments on 6 Wastewater Permits in MA
These five permits all fall into the top 15 largest discharge permits in the MA portion of the watershed.
Earth Day Recap with CRC’s Events, Volunteers, and Partners
Summary of our Earth Day activities, including tree planting, cyanobacteria mitigation, and trash cleanups!