Nitrogen from NYC wastewater fuels dead zones in the East River and western Sound. Recent investments have improved conditions, but there’s more to do. Our new report, based on research by Prof. Jamie Vaudrey, explains. Continue reading
Category Archives: Hypoxia & the Dead Zone
EPA Nitrogen Strategy is Strong Start for Sound
Eight regional organizations celebrate renewed commitment to breathing oxygen back into Long Island Sound waters Continue reading
Vermont Takes Action on Nitrogen Pollution
New law underlines the need for a comprehensive Long Island Sound diet. Continue reading
2015 Long Island Sound Citizens Summit Recap
The 2015 Long Island Sound Citizens Summit, “Coming back from the Brink: Nitrogen and the Sound’s Health and Economy,” was a huge success thanks to the diverse and informative expert speakers and the highly engaged audience. Continue reading
CFE/Save the Sound and Save The Bay on Massachusetts Stormwater Permit
No one comes here to eat a chicken sandwich
Ocean acidification puts Lobsters and Crabs at risk. Continue reading
Save the Sound Petitions EPA to Slash Nitrogen Pollution in Sound
This morning, we filed a petition with the EPA requesting a new or revised legally enforceable plan to identify and reduce the biggest remaining sources of nitrogen pollution harming Long Island Sound. Continue reading
