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Partner & Other Events
Rally for Climate Action & Affordable Energy Tuesday, February 11 | 3:00 - 4:00 PM | Hartford, CT Join the Stop Project Maple Coalition at the Eversource corporate headquarters to protest unaffordable rate increases, harmful to low income customers, and the continued expansion of fossil fuels. Learn more here.
CT Clean Energy Policy Outlook Thursday, February 13 | 9:30 - 10:30 AM | Virtual As Connecticut faces critical climate and energy challenges, 2025 promises to be a pivotal year for clean energy policy. Join us for an engaging webinar featuring Rep. John-Michael Parker, the new Chair of the Environment Committee, and Nathan Frohling, Director of External Affairs at The Nature Conservancy Connecticut. Together, they’ll share insights into the state’s legislative agenda and how businesses can adapt, thrive, and lead in this evolving landscape. Register here.
Tenant Protections for Climate Justice Thursday, Feb 13 | 12:00 - 1:00 PM | Virtual A commitment to environmental and climate justice requires a commitment to tenant justice. Join Sierra Club CT to learn about the connection between tenant protections and climate and legislation in Connecticut to expand Just Cause eviction protections. Guest speakers: Ruthy Gourevitch of Climate and Community Institute, Peter Fousek of the Connecticut Tenants Union. Register here.
CT Environmental Legislation in 2025 Tuesday, February 18 | 7 - 8:30 PM | Virtual Join Terri Eickel and other advocates for a 90 minute webinar on legislation addressing on a variety of environmental issues, including energy efficiency, clean energy, and nature-based solutions. Register here.
Lobby Day to Reduce Dangerous Toxic Chemicals & Protect People & Wildlife Wednesday, February 19 | 11 AM - 1 PM | CT State Capitol, Hartford, CT Join Sierra Club CT for a Lobby Day at the Legislative Office Building at the CT State Capitol in Hartford, CT. The Environment Committee will be hearing three key priority bills. The group will support legislation on Neonicotinoids (HB 6916), and Rodenticides (SGARS) (HB 6915). There is also a PFAS (S.B 887) bill that would exempt certain cookware from PFAS requirements & is NOT supported by the group. More information here.
TCSYale: The Basics Saturday, March 15 | 10 AM - 3 PM | New London, CT Join the Campaign School at Yale (TCSYale) for The Basics, a one-day, non-partisan training designed for individuals looking to run for office, work on a campaign, or become effective community leaders. This immersive program covers essential campaign strategies, public speaking techniques, and networking skills to help participants take the next step in their political journey. Learn more here.
Connecticut Land Conservation Conference March 22 | Wesleyan University, Middletown The Connecticut Land Conservation Conference is Connecticut's premier gathering for land conservation enthusiasts, boasting a vibrant mix of nearly 600 attendees. This unique event stands out for its dynamic blend of training, networking, and information-sharing designed for land trusts, conservation groups, and those interested in land conservation across Connecticut. Find more info here.