TheDay.com - Report Finds State Commitment to Environment Faltering: "Hartford - Progress toward meeting the environmental goals the state has set for itself has faltered, and needs a renewed commitment of funding and effort from the governor’s office, the state legislature, environmental and business groups and ordinary citizens.
That was the message delivered in the annual report released Thursday by the Council on Environmental Quality, an agency charged with overseeing the state’s stewardship of its environment.
“We’re disappointed to have to report to you that somebody in the state or a combination of people have pushed the pause button,” said Thomas Harrison, chairman of the Council. “The goals are in sight, and they’re realistic, but we can’t get there without more funding, more awareness and more thoughtful action. ..."
