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Equipment Loan Program leads to growth of the Unified Water Study

June 7, 2023 — Ten years ago, a LISS-funded report outlined steps to establish a  soundwide network of community-based groups monitoring for near-shore waters.… Read More

Bringing a community-based monitoring network to the Sound’s bays and harbors

June 7, 2023 — Every 10 days from mid-spring to mid-fall George Hoffman gets up early in the morning to meet three of his… Read More

Horseshoe Crab event honors Dr. Jennifer Mattei, founder of Project Limulus

June 2, 2023 — As part of International Horseshoe Crab Day on June 20, Sacred Heart University and Project Limulus will be hosting a… Read More

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Coastal erosion forums held on Long Island

May 17, 2023 — Two forums — one held at Locust Valley Library in Nassau County on May 4 and another at the Port… Read More

Grants available in Long Island for homeowners to pursue healthy gardening practices

May 15, 2023 — Long Island Regional Planning Council to offer ‘Garden Rewards’ grant program for homeowners to reduce runoff and nitrogen pollution Up… Read More

Communications, Outreach, and Engagement Plan

April 25, 2023 — The COE Plan sets out to align and coordinate Communication, Outreach, and Engagement efforts of LISS staff and partners over… Read More

A Regional Needs Assessment to Help Build a Sustainable & Resilient Long Island Sound

April 14, 2023 — The fact sheet highlights a needs assessment of coastal Long Island Sound communities to better understand the environmental threats and… Read More

Project to focus on identifying environmental objectives of underserved communities in the Long Island Sound region

April 13, 2023 — The Long Island Sound Study (LISS) national estuary program is working with natural resources consulting group Responsive Management to assess the needs, concerns, and challenges facing underserved populations and vulnerable communities related to their coastal environments. Read More

Connecticut Sea Grant seeking applicants for 3 positions

March 8, 2023 — Connecticut Sea Grant is excited to share openings for three extension positions.  Read More

Futures Fund 2023 request for proposals announced

March 3, 2023 — The Long Island Sound Futures Fund 2023 Request for proposals is now open. Read More

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