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November 29, 2018 | What's happening

Year End Appeal 2018

Year End Appeal

August 16, 2018 | What's happening

Audra on WXTK’s Ed Lambert Show

Listen to Audra’s interview with Ed Lambert on August 15, 2018

August 15, 2018 | What's happening

Audra’s Interview with Matt Pitta on WFCC’s Cape Cod This Morning

Listen to Audra’s lively interview with Matt Pitta on WFCC’s Cape Cod This Morning! July 18, 2018

December 13, 2017 | What's happening

A Message From Audra Parker, President & CEO

A message from Audra Parker, President and CEO The recent outpouring of thanks and support from the local community has been tremendous. I have received hundreds of congratulatory emails and calls since the news broke that Cape Wind finally gave up and relinquished their lease to 46 square miles of Nantucket Sound. While my team… More

December 1, 2017 | What's happening

The Fight to Stop Cape Wind Is Finally Over!

“The Fight to Stop Cape Wind Is Finally Over” Statement of Audra Parker, President and CEO, Alliance to Protect Nantucket Sound December 1, 2017 – 16 years ago a coalition of business and political leaders, Cape Cod and Island communities, Native Americans and fishermen, pilots and environmental advocates – all stood united to say “no” to… More

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Q&A with Audra Parker, President & CEO, December 2019

Looking back on 2019, we should all feel a strong sense of accomplishment. Together, we defeated Cape Wind and have made great strides in our mission to permanently protect Nantucket Sound. But, we need your continued support to leave a lasting legacy for our children and grandchildren. I encourage you to contribute as generously as possible to our preservation campaign. Nantucket Sound won’t stay a national treasure without your support.

Why is Nantucket Sound a national treasure? The Sound has a rich tribal and maritime history and has long been recognized as more than just a body of water. It is the heart and soul of the Cape and Islands. It is a significant marine habitat for a diversity of ecologically and economically important species. It provides a livelihood for local fishermen, an inspiration for artists, and is a source of solace, relaxation, and recreation for the millions that flock to its shores. Nantucket Sound connects all of us who live and visit here.

Why is Nantucket Sound still vulnerable to industrialization? While the state waters of the Sound are protected under Massachusetts law, the federal waters in the center remain open to industrial development. Cape Wind tried to exploit this unique geography. We need to make sure that no other developer follows suit, especially as ocean-based technologies continue to progress.

How can we permanently protect Nantucket Sound? The best way to secure permanent protection for the Sound is through federal legislation. The Alliance has proposed the ‘Nantucket Sound National Historic Landmark Act’ which would recognize the Sound’s historic, environmental and economic values. It would also prevent future development by prohibiting industrial projects in the Sound.

What have we achieved since the defeat of Cape Wind? We made solid progress toward enacting this federal legislation. We worked closely with our federal delegation and built a strong and diverse coalition of support. We earned endorsements from Governor Baker, our local representatives and over 75 key stakeholder groups. This coalition of elected officials, environmental groups, municipalities, tribal governments, historic preservation groups, commercial fishermen, and many others, is urging our representatives in Washington, D.C. to enact the Nantucket Sound National Historic Landmark Act.

Why does the Alliance still need funding? The Alliance is the only group that is fighting to protect Nantucket Sound. As a non-profit, we rely solely on private donations. This year, our goal is to raise $1.5 million for lobbying, staff, and legal counsel to back our legislative effort. Thank you for your continued generosity as we work to Save Our Sound… FOREVER. Your tax-deductible donation today will leave a legacy for tomorrow.

Audra Parker
President and CEO