sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 14/05/2026Join us in Mansfield on Sunday, May 31st to learn about the interstate Enbridge pipeline that goes through Connecticut and our neighboring states. More info and register at: tinyurl.com/ridetoendffsrally 000
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 13/05/2026Join us on Saturday, May 30th @chicksahoyfarm.bsky.social to learn about the proposed pipeline under the Connecticut River, while painting a mural to show our love for the Connecticut river. More info and register at: tinyurl.com/ArtforOurRiver 010
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 21/04/2026Join the Ride to End Fossil Fuels for our community events on May 30th and 31st! Brookfield: act.sierraclub.org/events/detai.... Middletown: act.sierraclub.org/events/detai.... Mansfield: act.sierraclub.org/events/detai.... 000
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 01/04/2026Join Sierra Club Connecticut on April 11th for a pipeline walk in Hurd State Park. The walk will include information about the proposed pipeline under the Connecticut River. Register here: act.sierraclub.org/events/detai... 010
Reposted by @sierraclubct.bsky.socialsavethesound.bsky.social @savethesound.bsky.social · 17/03/2026On Friday, Revolution Wind started sending power to Connecticut and Rhode Island! Built by more than 1,000 local union workers, the project is expected to power 350,000+ homes with affordable, reliable clean electricity. #yestowind 012
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 30/03/2026We need a climate superfund now! Connecticut families and businesses shouldn't be on the hook for a crisis caused by big polluters. Read the full oped here: ctmirror.org/2026/03/27/d... 000
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 23/03/2026Join Sierra Club Connecticut as we fold our love for the environment and our communities into art and action. More information about how to join us here: connecticut.sierraclub.org/heartsforearth 011
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 27/02/2026Ever wonder how the Trump Administration's attacks on offshore wind impacts our electricity prices? 💨🔌💲 Turns out it makes things more expensive. Clean energy is cost effective and healthier for our communities and climate. Full article: www.americanprogress.org/article/the-... 000
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 25/02/2026Come learn about the proposed construction of a fossil fuel pipeline under the Connecticut River, impacting state parks in Middletown, East Hampton, and Higganum. The forum will be on Wednesday, March 25th at 6pm in the Hubbard Room at the Russell Library. More info at: tinyurl.com/middletownforum 000
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 19/02/2026Check out this powerful op-ed by Susan Moynihan, a Mansfield resident, in the wake of the Mansfield train derailment calling out the danger that fossil fuels pose to our communities: www.courant.com/2026/02/15/o... 000
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 13/02/2026Expanding our reliance on methane gas does nothing but raise prices and pollute our air. A study from Maine showed methane gas as the primary culprit of the state's high energy prices, with clean energy, electrification, and demand response helping to lower bills: ctnewsjunkie.com/2026/02/11/w... 001
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 12/02/2026Every person who testified at a recent public hearing on the Brookfield Compressor Station opposed the expansion. Governor Lamont must deny the permit and prioritize the health of our communities. More info: connecticut.sierraclub.org/end-fossil-fuel-expansion 001
Reposted by @sierraclubct.bsky.socialBen Cushing @bmcushing.bsky.social · 05/02/2026Huge. Laws like this were designed to punish investors for taking basic steps to address climate risk. @sierraclub.org statement: www.sierraclub.org/press-releas... (Also worth noting: the firms targeted were never actually “boycotting” fossil fuels—that was political misinformation all along.) 12513
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 10/02/2026Gas prices in Connecticut are rising while utilities are profiting. We don't need more methane gas or methane infrastructure, we need clean energy. New gas primer from the Future of Heat Initiative here: static1.squarespace.com/static/66709... 000
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 06/02/2026Yesterday morning a train carrying liquified natural gas, a highly flammable substance, derailed off its tracks into the Willimantic River in Mansfield, CT. Methane gas is dangerous to our communities and ecosystems. Join us to take action now: nopenortheast.org 011
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 16/01/2026Are you ready to rally for a climate superfund and demand that fossil fuel companies pay their fair share? Join us on January 28th at the Connecticut State Capitol at noon: act.sierraclub.org/events/detai... 000
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 12/01/2026100+ people attended the CT Dept. of Energy & Environmental Protection hearing on the Brookfield Compressor Station. Every testifier OPPOSED the expansion. There's still time to submit your comment to DEEP and oppose this expansion. More info: 66f28e57-02e8-44f5-8613-feb302092242.usrfiles.com... 000
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 17/11/2025Check out this month’s newsletter from Sierra Club Connecticut! Keep up on the latest environment and climate developments, and find upcoming events. Click the website link in our bio or visit connecticut.sierraclub.org/newsletter-1 to learn more 010
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 13/11/2025Check out this important opinion piece from Shannon Laun with @theclf.bsky.social in the @ctmirror.org highlighting how Connecticut residents pay for fossil fuel expansions through high electricity rates. It is time for a clean energy transition! Read the full piece: ctmirror.org/2025/11/10/o... 000
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 12/11/2025Join Sierra Club Connecticut and @slingshotaction.bsky.social for Let's Breathe Clean Air, an organizing 101 training. We will host two sessions on November 19th and 20th in Hartford. Find more info and RSVP go to: linktr.ee/connecticut.chapter.sierraclub. #cleanairnow #climateaction 000
Reposted by @sierraclubct.bsky.socialSierra Club @sierraclub.org · 10/11/2025This weekend, the New York Times ran a story claiming Sierra Club’s values have diluted our mission. They couldn’t be more wrong. The list of their errors is too long for one social post, but we go over some examples in these slides. 38939
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 03/11/2025🔥 Join the No Pipeline Expansion Northeast coalition for a workshop on ending gas pipeline expansion in CT & the Northeast 🔥 It will include information about current expansions, interactive sessions, & opportunities for action. We want you to join us! Register at bit.ly/nopepipelineworkshop 000
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 31/10/2025Check out Dr. Mark Mitchell's important op-ed in the Hartford Courant about the Capitol Area System and why ground source heat pumps are the right choice that protect community health, while lowering long term energy costs and emissions. 142
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 07/10/2025Check out this months newsletter for information on upcoming events, group outings, and updates on climate action developments in your area! Visit our website to learn more: connecticut.sierraclub.org/newsletter-1 000
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 29/09/2025It was a busy and fulfilling summer for Sierra Club Connecticut’s intern! Hear from his own perspective what an internship at our chapter entails — the types of projects he worked on, the people he met, and the insights and lessons he learned. connecticut.sierraclub.org/paging-into-... 000
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 19/09/2025See what we’ve been up to this last month, from events to outings to rallies! Come get involved and send in your own photos of Sierra Club events and campaigns you’re supporting to Jessica at ctsierraq4@gmail.com! 021
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 18/09/2025The federal tax credit for new and used electric vehicles (EVs) will end on September 30th, 2025. If you miss out on the tax credit, there are other still great deals on used EVs. Learn more at connecticut.sierraclub.org/great-deals-... 010
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 17/09/2025The Connecticut Chapter has a volunteer leadership board called the Executive Committee (ExCom). Nominations from our at-large membership for open seats on the ExCom can be submitted to the Nominating Committee until October 1, 2025. Send your nomination or questions to dennis.desmarais@gmail.com 000
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 15/09/2025Tell DEEP to Reject Permits to Expand Brookfield Methane Gas Pipeline Facility! Comments are due by September 16 and should be sent to james.grillo@ct.gov Read more on how to draft and submit your comments here: connecticut.sierraclub.org/brookfield-d... 000
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 26/08/2025Congratulations to one of our chapter’s very involved volunteers, Dennis, for completing his ambitious 15th Climate Ride and a big thank you for raising donations for our chapter! Hear about the accomplishments of the journey below. www.connecticut.sierraclub.org/pedaling-tow... 000
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 24/08/2025Tell us what matters! Let us know what you want to see as we plan for the year ahead. Fill out this survey to help shape our work and provide feedback on the issues that matter most. Read more and take the survey at www.connecticut.sierraclub.org/newsletter-1 000
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 18/08/2025This year, under the theme Grounded in Community, we celebrated our sixth Black Birders Week. Catch up on the highlights of these events and our summer at Remington Woods and beyond. If you haven’t yet, we hope you’ll join our community! www.connecticut.sierraclub.org/summer-joy 000
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 12/08/2025On September 20 and 21, people across the globe will be celebrating the unstoppable rise of clean energy. Read more and get involved at www.connecticut.sierraclub.org/sun-day 000
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 08/08/2025See what we’ve been up to this last month, from events to outings to rallies on the Sierra Club CT Website! www.connecticut.sierraclub.org/photojournal... Email your pictures and reflections from Sierra Club events to Jessica at ctsierraq4@gmail.com 011
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 04/08/2025In a recent CT Mirror op-ed, Chapter Chair Susan Eastwood makes the case for zero-carbon emissions as Governor Ned Lamont makes infrastructure updates at the Capitol Area System. Read more: ctmirror.org/2025/07/10/a... 000
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 31/07/2025CT (DEEP) has issued a tentative permit for a larger methane gas pipeline compressor station in Brookfield, CT. Expanding the Brookfield compressor station will result in more health and climate harming pollution. ‼️‼️Please Take Action Now ‼️‼️ 033
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 30/07/2025As we work together to preserve Remington Woods, we’re excited to share the passive income plan that will support both the environmental sustainability and long-term stewardship of this unique urban forest. Read more at www.connecticut.sierraclub.org/poweringrw 011
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 28/07/2025The State of Connecticut must commit to a 100% renewable update of the Capitol Area System. See more about it and hear the voices of concerned residents. 011
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 24/07/2025We need your voices now! The pipeline that runs through Sherman, New Milford, Brookfield, Newtown, Monroe, Shelton, and Milford is on the cusp of gaining a permit to expand their compressor station in Brookfield and we need to stop it. Learn more here: www.connecticut.sierraclub.org/pipeline 001
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 13/07/2025Come get involved and send in your own photos of Sierra Club events and campaigns you’re supporting! Click the link to see more on the Sierra Club CT Chapter’s website www.connecticut.sierraclub.org/photojournal... 000
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 10/07/2025One of our chapter’s big campaigns is stopping the expansion of fossil fuels in our state. To spread awareness of the issue, last month we held a successful bike ride and stopped at fossil fuel infrastructure in New Haven. Click to read more at www.connecticut.sierraclub.org/advocacy 000
Reposted by @sierraclubct.bsky.socialBen Cushing @bmcushing.bsky.social · 10/06/2025📣👋 New paper from @sierraclub.org out today! It's been a long time in the making. It challenges conventional sustainable investing and urges asset owners to confront climate change as a systemic threat to the global economy and long-term portfolios. 👉 Full paper: www.sierraclub.org/systemic-cli... 411366
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 31/05/2025Enjoy our photos from last month and come get involved in our upcoming events! See more at www.connecticut.sierraclub.org/photojournal... 000
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 28/05/2025Catch up on what our chapter has been working on from our Chapter Chair newsletter update! Read more at www.connecticut.sierraclub.org/ccu525 000
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 21/05/2025Check out this month’s Legislative Update on what’s happening at the State Legislature, and how you can take action on two issues: protecting pollinators and advancing renewable solutions. Read more at www.connecticut.sierraclub.org/legislativeu... 000
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 20/05/2025You are invited to a talk with Ira Helfand from Back from the Brink on working together toward a world free of nuclear weapons and advocating for common sense nuclear weapons policies to secure a safer, more just future. Read all about it at www.connecticut.sierraclub.org/nuclearcodes 010
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 13/05/2025Amidst further attacks from the Trump administration on the environment, climate, and people, the Stop Project Maple coalition has continued to raise awareness and fight back against the proposed expansion of fossil fuel infrastructure in our region. www.connecticut.sierraclub.org/ridetostopfo... 000
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 01/05/2025Read the article by Samantha Dynowski at www.connecticut.sierraclub.org/membershipma... 000
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 30/04/2025If you’ve been following our newsletter for a while, you may be familiar with the Climate Ride—and this year will be the 15th year one of our members is participating in the ride to benefit our Chapter! Hear more about what inspires Dennis’ ride here: www.connecticut.sierraclub.org/pedaling 000
sierraclubct.bsky.social @sierraclubct.bsky.social · 28/04/2025See what we’ve been up to this last month, from events to outings to rallies! Come get involved and send in your own photos of Sierra Club events and campaigns you’re supporting! See more at: www.connecticut.sierraclub.org/photojournal... 000
