Be Part Of The Solution

Ecosystems in Connecticut have changed dramatically since the last glacier retreated 12,000 years ago. Over time the barren landscape left behind became re-vegetated and populated. A delicate balance evolved within the natural communities of flora and fauna. Earth is now experiencing another rapid change in climate, one that some weather models predict to be as drastic as the last glacier. One effect, verified by the Cornell Ornithology Lab, is that migratory birds are arriving to our area earlier.  Since flowers, seeds, insects and other organisms respond differently to the changing weather variables brought on by global warming, the optimal survival conditions that birds have relied on for millennia may not be available when they arrive.  This can result in the starvation of the migrant birds and their offspring.

Since 1905, the Earth’s surface temperature has risen by about 1 degree Fahrenheit - the last ten years being the hottest.  It is the rapid climate change that is outpacing our ecosystems ability to adjust, resulting in a net loss of habitats.

		View a science-based world map depicting the local and regional consequences of global climate change. The map was produced as a collaborative project by several environmental organizations, and has been peer-reviewed by scientists.
		View a map of health impacts of deisel soot in your community, The Clean Air Task Force, founded in 1996, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to restoring clean air and healthy environments through scientific research, public education, and legal advocacy. Our unique and singular focus on atmospheric issues has allowed us to go deep on the issues, and be persistent and effective.

		Pomperaug River Watershed Coalition - Pomperaug River Watershed Coalition - The Pomperaug River Watershed Coalition, was formed in 1999 by residents of Bethlehem, Woodbury, and Southbury CT, to protect water quality within a 90 square mile area responsible for the water of thousands of its residents. The Coalition recently completed a comprehensive Watershed study that confirms the vital importance of responsible stewardship of agricultural lands to ensure clean and plentiful water.
		Housatonic Valley Association - Since 1941, HVA has worked to conserve the natural character and environmental health of our communities in the Housatonic River watershed by restoring and protecting our lands and waters for this and future generations.
		The Audubon Center at Bent of the River in Southbury, is a 650-acre sanctuary and education center that features 15 miles of hiking trails. The Bent protects birds and other wildlife and their habitats through science, education, advocacy and conservation, for the benefit of humanity and the earth's biological diversity. For information on the Bent, please call: (203) 264-5098
		New Farm Field Trials From the Rodale Institute: NEW FINDING: Organic farming sequesters atmospheric carbon and nutrients in soils. http://www.bestglobalwarmingarticles.com http://www.ct.gov/doag/cwp/view.asp?a=1368&q=258950 CT Grown - download Munch Madness Cookbook
		Live a more eco-friendly life!  http://www.newdream.org/