Grant Program Environment

To halt the introduction of genetically engineered wheat, and shape policies and actions of federal, state and local grain customers, dealers, and farms to prevent the adoption of genetically engineered crops.

To create a cooperative for organic dairy farmers in the Northeast that represents the interests of small, independent farmers and helps build market share for organic dairy products.

To sustain and strengthen the progress made in promoting energy conservation and renewable energy in Connecticut as primary strategies in meeting air quality and climate change goals, both in the utility and mobile sectors.

To provide legal support, advocacy and organizing assistance for Boston neighborhood groups that seek to reduce air pollution from transportation sources, with a special emphasis on diesel-fuel vehicles such as city buses and large trucks that have a disproportionate impact…

To ensure appropriate federal regulation of all genetically engineered crops and organisms, which would include adequate environmental and human health safety testing prior to commercial uses and mandatory labeling of consumer products with genetically engineered contents.

To protect public health and the environment from the potential threats posed by genetically engineered foods by creating a climate of support favorable to sound public policy solutions, such as testing, mandatory labeling and company liability standards, as well as…

To launch a statewide coalition designed to promote a new set of government policies aimed at protecting human and environmental health.

To revive farming in Vermont’s capital city on what is the last remaining viable farmland within Montpelier’s city limits.

To support a study of the implications of potential takings provisions in international trade agreements.

To fight the expansion of a railroad that will haul millions of tons of coal to power plants in the eastern United States.