District 2 – East CT
New London, Mystic, and all other cities in Eastern CT.
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Interested in solving climate change? You are welcome in Citizens’ Climate. We’re regular people from Connecticut who are working together to get climate laws passed. We believe that the only way to tackle climate change is together. We connect over shared concerns, build consensus, and work with elected officials from every party towards climate solutions.
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5 active chapters in Connecticut
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District 4 – Southwest CT
Connects all of the cities and towns in CT Congressional District 4.
District 5 – Northwest CT
Simsbury, CT
Greater Hartford
Hartford, Manchester, South Windsor, West Hartford, Wethersfield, Windsor, East Hartford and beyond
Greater New Haven
New Haven
2025 Connecticut stats
788
Contacts with Legislators
15
Lobby meetings
3
Media publications
22
Outreach Events
Meet the Connecticut State Coordinator
Connecticut State Coordinator
Susan Chapin
Susan Chapin is an energy risk manager and Qi Gong healer, and was formerly a technology and operations risk manager. Her impetus to work in concert with others on the climate crisis is propelled by her recognition that each life is sacred, and contains inherent worth and meaning separate from its value to human beings. She is grateful to be living with her husband John and Climate Kitty in their Mystic, CT home surrounded by gorgeous oak and dogwood trees.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find a CCL chapter in Connecticut?
Fill out the join form, and we’ll connect you with your closest local chapter automatically based on your zip code. A volunteer from your local chapter will reach out to let you know when their next meeting is being held and how you can start to get involved.
What will I do as a volunteer with CCL Connecticut?
As a volunteer, you might get involved in any of these types of activities:
- Meet with your Senators, your Representative, and their staff about climate solutions.
- Write and speak about climate solutions in your local newspaper and to local journalists
- Talk about climate solutions to your community through local events and presentations.
- Educate and engage your local leaders so they can speak up in support of climate solutions.
- Organize your local CCL chapter to keep volunteers active, inspired, and effective.
When you sign up and get connected with your local chapter, your Group Leader will get to know you and help you find meaningful activities that fit with your skills and interests.
Can I participate if there isn’t a chapter in my part of Connecticut?
Absolutely. Many Connecticut volunteers participate from areas without a nearby chapter — you can dial into CCL’s national meetings on Zoom, take monthly actions from home, or volunteer with one of CCL’s national Action Teams.
We can also support you with all the training and information you need to start a chapter in your area.
What lawmakers does CCL Connecticut meet with?
CCL’s mission is focused on advancing effective climate solutions at the federal level, so your local chapter meets with Connecticut’s representatives and senators in the U.S. Congress.
What are the top climate issues in Connecticut?
Our state is increasingly experiencing damaging floods and microbursts, wildfire smoke, droughts, and higher temperatures. We’re also struggling with some of the highest power prices in the nation and gas price increases.
Join us to learn more about the climate impacts we’re seeing statewide and how to talk to Congress about solving the problem.