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Clean Water Action Massachusetts @cleanh2oma.bsky.social · 1h

🎃Our friends at Mass Power Forward are taking on the vampire utilities and fossil fuel billionaires sucking the life out of our future!👻
Join us Monday, 10/28, 11:30–2 on the MA State House steps for a rally and trick-or-treat visits to legislators!
RSVP: bit.ly/MPFhalloween
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Halloween themed flyer invites all to a rally and lobby day, oct 28th, by Mass Power Forward. RSVP at bit.ly/MPFhalloween

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Toxic-Free Future @toxicfreefuture.bsky.social · 1d

TFF’s science director breaks down the science behind Washington's recent first-in-nation ban on all formaldehyde-releasing chemicals in cosmetics and personal care products—and why it's good news for salon workers, women of color, and anyone who uses everyday products like shampoo or lotion. 💚

The science surrounding Washington’s formaldehyde ban—and what it means for salon workers and consumers - Toxic-Free Future

Washington leads the nation with the first-ever ban on all formaldehyde in cosmetics—protecting salon workers, women of color, and consumers.

toxicfreefuture.org

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The New Bedford Light @newbedfordlight.bsky.social · 5d

Amid a continued clampdown on the #offshorewind industry by the Trump administration, Vineyard Wind has quietly progressed with project buildout and reached 50% power production. That means about half of the project’s 62 turbines are sending power to the Massachusetts grid.

Vineyard Wind reaches 50% power production - The New Bedford Light

The offshore wind farm is sending power from at least 30 turbines to the Massachusetts grid.

newbedfordlight.org

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Clean Water Action Massachusetts @cleanh2oma.bsky.social · 1d

We're midway through this legislative session.
So how are our environmental priorities doing?
Find out NEXT WEEK at our special member update.
From banning toxic #PFAS to fighting air pollution, learn how YOU can get involved!
**RSVP for Zoom link at cleanwater.org/ma-state-house-update

next week: virtual member meeting, wednesday oct 22, 7-8pm, RSVP for Zoom link at cleanwater.org/ma-state-house-update

Clean Water Action Massachusetts @cleanh2oma.bsky.social · 2d

Clean Water's Energy Efficiency Outreach Specialist, Shay and Kevin with Complete Energy Services bumped into a promotional sign as they were canvassing to spread the word about energy efficiency solutions. If you’re a small business in Attleboro, now is the perfect time to get an Energy Assessment!

kevin and shay pose in front of a promo sign

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Senator Sheldon Whitehouse @whitehouse.senate.gov · 2d

Trump is purposely driving up your electric bills to cater to his big crypto, AI, and fossil fuel donors — money from your pockets to theirs. He’s also driving up your homeowners insurance, hurting property values.

Opinion | This Is Why Your Energy Bills Are Going Up

www.nytimes.com

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Clean Water Action Rhode Island @cleanwaterri.bsky.social · 2d

“If any of these chemicals get into a woman while she’s pregnant, the chemicals will go right across into the baby. The placenta provides no protection at all.”
www.washingtonpost.com/climate-envi...

The health risks from plastics almost nobody knows about

Researchers have linked phthalates, chemicals found in plastics, to premature birth, infertility and ADHD.

www.washingtonpost.com

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Clean Water Action Massachusetts @cleanh2oma.bsky.social · 6d

Tell your Massachusetts legislators that you want them to keep standing up for our air and water and #banPFAS.
act.cleanwater.org/page/168549/...

Time to ban toxic PFAS in Massachusetts!

PFAS are a class of chemicals widely used in consumer products that are toxic at even low levels. Send a message to your legislators telling them to support An Act to Protect Massachusetts Public Heal...

act.cleanwater.org

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Clean Water Action Massachusetts @cleanh2oma.bsky.social · 6d

"We like to be in the vanguard of public health, of environmental health and safety. We are no longer in the vanguard. I think there are 13 or 14 other states that have passed...legislation related to PFAS. We’re losing ground a bit."- @juliancyr.bsky.social
www.statehousenews.com/news/environ...

Massachusetts trails other states on forever chemical policies

Massachusetts is not "in the vanguard" when it comes to addressing toxic "forever chemicals," according to the Senate sponsor of a bill meant to help municipalities and water systems clean

www.statehousenews.com

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Clean Water Action Massachusetts @cleanh2oma.bsky.social · 7d

How can you tell which products contain toxic #PFAS? You can't.
We hosted a PFAS Show and Tell at the State House today to show why we need to pass @juliancyr.bsky.social and Rep. Hogan's bill to #banPFAS from many products.
@sierraclubma.bsky.social @defendourhealth.bsky.social

photo collage includes Sen Cyr speaking to a crowd, Sen. Brownsberger looking at hiking boots, and volunteers laughing beside a toddler hiking carrier

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Clean Water Action Massachusetts @cleanh2oma.bsky.social · 7d

Toxic #PFAS are hiding in many products. Can you tell which? Join us tomorrow at 10am in Room 428 of the State House for a PFAS Show and Tell, and learn why we need to pass legislation sponsored by Rep. Kate Hogan and @juliancyr.bsky.social to protect consumers from these chemicals.

a baby holds up a diaper. a word bubble says: How can I tell which diapers have toxic PFAS? YOU CAN'T

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Clean Water Action Massachusetts @cleanh2oma.bsky.social · 10d

Our Energy Efficiency Outreach Specialist, Shay, was slinging pizza slices and info last week in Attleboro! Thanks to the Attleboro Senior Center for hosting, and congrats to the folks who officially signed up to make their homes and apartments more energy efficient with Mass Save!

folks collect pizza slices before the meeting

shay poses with pizza and info at a green table

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Clean Water Action Rhode Island @cleanwaterri.bsky.social · 10d

Trump's EPA is going to let coal plants dump poison in water. How is this Making Americans Healthy Again? cleanwater.org/2025/10/06/e...

EPA Seeks to Prolong Harmful Coal Plant Wastewater Pollution

Under the guise of “unleashing American energy dominance,” the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to extend compliance deadlines for coal plant wastewater pollution limits, which will ...

cleanwater.org

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Clean Water Action Massachusetts @cleanh2oma.bsky.social · 13d

It was a Cruel Summer of news. And you definitely DON'T need to calm down. So join us for a fun, virtual member meeting on October 22nd, and learn what we're doing to fight back locally, and how you can help. ...Ready For It?
RSVP: cleanwater.org/events/ma-state-house-update

parody of new tswift album cover says "the life of an environmental organizer"

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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 14d

“We’re all going to suffer because these turf fields — particularly the old ones, which we know have #PFAS — are going to leach off and contaminate farmers’ fields, groundwater, drinking water supplies, and surface waters,” said Kyla Bennett of @peer.org.
www.inquirer.com/news/turf-ar...

Recycle company’s bankruptcy leaves tons of discarded artificial turf across the state

The turf, laden with forever chemicals, now faces an uncertain future.

www.inquirer.com

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Clean Water Action Massachusetts @cleanh2oma.bsky.social · 15d

This is a crucial moment. Our legislators just held a pile of hearings on environmental bills we care about. So, now what?
Join us for a fun, casual virtual member meeting! We’ll break down what happened so far, where we go from here, and how YOU can help!
RSVP at:
act.cleanwater.org/page/178381/...

From PFAS to the Power Grid: Join us for a MA State House Update

Join us on Wed. Oct. 22 from 7-8 PM EST for a fun, casual virtual member meeting! Hear from Clean Water’s team of experts and organizers. We’ll break down what happened so far, where we go from here, ...

act.cleanwater.org

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Clean Water Action Rhode Island @cleanwaterri.bsky.social · 15d

Proud to be part of the coalition to protect people from toxic #PFAS.

Safer States @saferstates.bsky.social · 15d

Safer cookware is possible, in fact, it already exists! States are leading the way by removing toxic #PFAS chemicals from cookware to protect our health. Let’s keep the momentum going. 🍳
#StatesInTheLead

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Clean Water Action Rhode Island @cleanwaterri.bsky.social · 16d

Sharing some community joy! (That's also good for health and the planet!)
www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/g...

Want to Get Your Kid Biking to School? Consider the 'Bike Bus.'

Biking to school can add fun, exercise, and socialization into your kid’s commute. Here’s what you need to help do it safely.

www.nytimes.com

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Clean Water Action Massachusetts @cleanh2oma.bsky.social · 16d

There was a new face this weekend at the Church Green Farmers Market in Taunton! Meet Dan, our Energy Efficiency Fall Intern!🤩
Thank you Veronica, the Farmers Market manager, for creating such a welcoming space for Clean Water to spread the word on how neighbors can save energy and money!

Veronica, Shay, and Dan pose in the sunshine at a Mass Save info table

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Clean Water Action Massachusetts @cleanh2oma.bsky.social · 17d

ATTLEBORO neighbors: Join us for 2 great opportunities to learn how to save money by saving energy! Help the planet AND your household budget. (And enjoy a free dinner!)
Learn more at: cleanwater.org/ma-save-energy

2 free workshops! tuesday 9/30 from 4:30-6pm at the attleboro senior center OR wednesday 10/8 from 5-7pm at the Attleboro Family Resource Center

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Clean Water Action @cleanh2oaction.bsky.social · 17d

Rock band Killswitch Engage are giving away an Epiphone Les Paul Jr. in a collaboration with Rocksmith and Clean Water Action! 🎸 Learn more and enter the contest here - there are only 42 hours left to enter! 👇

gleam.io/v8HSa/killsw...

Killswitch Engage Rocksmith+ & Clean Water Action Giveaway

Killswitch Engage are giving away an Epiphone Les Paul Jr. in a collaboration with the Rocksmith+ and Clean Water Action! Grand Prize - 1 winner 1x Epiphone Les Paul Jr. 1x One month subscription to R...

gleam.io

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David Abel @davabel.bsky.social · 20d

World’s oceans fail key health check as acidity crosses critical threshold for marine life: Scientists call for renewed global effort to curb fossil fuels as seven of nine planetary boundaries now transgressed www.theguardian.com/environment/...

World’s oceans fail key health check as acidity crosses critical threshold for marine life

Scientists call for renewed global effort to curb fossil fuels as seven of nine planetary boundaries now transgressed

www.theguardian.com

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Climate Jobs National Resource Center @cjnrc.org · 20d

CJNRC hosted John Podesta, @whitehouse.senate.gov, @budzinski.house.gov, and @riaflcio.bsky.social's @patcrowley401.bsky.social at @32bjseiu.bsky.social's HQ for a panel discussion on how states can meet the moment with ambitious climate action that centers workers. #ClimateWeekNYC

CJNRC panel at Climate Week featuring Patrick Crowley, Rep. Nikki Budzinski, Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, and John Podesta

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Clean Water Action @cleanh2oaction.bsky.social · 21d

🎸 Killswitch Engage are giving away an Epiphone Les Paul Jr. in a collaboration with Rocksmith+ and Clean Water Action! Only 5 days left to enter to win and help us protect clean water! 👇 cleanwater.org/kse-guitar-g...

Killswitch Engage Rocksmith+ & Clean Water Action Giveaway

Killswitch Engage are giving away an Epiphone Les Paul Jr. in a collaboration with the Rocksmith+ and Clean Water Action!

cleanwater.org

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Clean Water Action Massachusetts @cleanh2oma.bsky.social · 22d

ATTLEBORO! We're helping neighbors save money by saving energy through Mass Save! Come for the free dinner - stay for the info you need to make your home or apartment cozier this winter while reducing your energy costs.
Learn more and RSVP: cleanwater.org/ma-save-energy

Free Mass Save workshop! At the Attleboro senior center, tuesday september 30th, 4:30-6pm

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