CT Climate News

Hello, @Bloomfield and environs. You may be about to lose more of the all-important green space that's essential to prevent even more environmental degradation. The Hartford Business Journal reports that "one local senior-housing and care provider looking to take advantage of the state’s aging demographics is Bloomfield-based Duncaster, which this year will be seeking approval to significantly expand its Loeffler Road campus with the addition of 90 independent living units, as well as major renovations to its existing facilities.' The HBJ story continues, noting that Duncaster’s main campus occupies 95 acres in Bloomfield, with more land nearby for the planned expansion, which will take place over multiple phases.  Phase one, which could break ground in late 2024, calls for 30 new apartments. A second phase would add 30 additional apartments along with 30 cottages, for a total of 90 new independent living units that would house up to 150 new residents.  In addition, the

Control of Aquatic Invasive Species Grant Deadline: 1/31/24 Grants of up to $75,000 to Connecticut nonprofit organizations, institutions of higher education, and government agencies for projects and programs related to addressing invasive species in the state's waterways.  More . Greater New Haven Green Fund Deadline: 2/2/24 Grants of up to $10,000 to Connecticut nonprofit organizations and individuals for environmental stewardship projects in eligible locations. Funding is intended to promote public health, environmental quality, and equity through projects that contribute to a more environmentally sustainable future and reduce air, water, and land pollution.  More . National Fish Habitat Partnership Program - Eastern Brook Trout Joint Venture Funding Deadline: 2/9/24 Grants of up to $50,000 to government agencies, tribes, and 501(c)(3) nonprofits in CT and other states for wildlife habitat conservation and restoration projects.  More . Crane Family Fund and Berkshire Environment