Freshwater

Removing dams is a proven way to rejuvenate fisheries and revive the natural services our rivers provide. But not all dams are created equal.

In fact, some dams come with their own sets of benefits for people. Travel to the Connecticut and two other rivers to explore the Conservancy’s creative solutions for restoring the health of rivers below dams.

Ocean Sprawl

Are we running out of room for whales and other marine animals off the coast of Connecticut?

See our plan to help.

 

What's New

In a groundbreaking initiative, Aquarion Water Company is partnering with the Conservancy to restore the Saugatuck River’s pulse. 

Government Relations

One of our primary strategies for preserving biological diversity is to work with partners, legislatures and government officials to develop, pass and implement sound public policies. Learn about our 2009 federal and state priorities.


 

Reporting Back

Hollenbeck Preserve
We planted more than 400 new treesalong stretches of scenic riverbank where years of farming eliminated the vegetation that shaded and cooled the water.

Long Island Sound
Along the 600-mile coast of Long Island Sound we are studying the dramatic decline in sea grass and the fin and shellfish that depend on it.

Nature News