Eastern Connecticut Conservation District

The Eastern Connecticut Conservation District (ECCD) is a non-profit organization dedicated to land and water conservation in Eastern Connecticut. We provide resources, technical assistance, and programs to support local municipalities, residents, and landowners in protecting natural resources.

Serving 36 municipalities in Windham, New London, and Tolland Counties, ECCD works to improve water quality, restore ecosystems, and promote sustainable land use.

Learn more about ECCD in our About section.

ECCD Announces Retirement of Its Executive Director and Hiring of His Replacement

Dan Mullins, Executive Director of Eastern Connect Conservation District, is retiring as director of the District on March 21, 2026. Dan will continue at the District part-time for one year as “Assistant for Special Projects,” managing agricultural infrastructure projects and a dam modification, river restoration project in Willimantic.

ECCD is excited to announce that Magnus Stefansson will be ECCD’s new Executive Director. Mr. Stefansson is a high-impact leader combining scientific authority (Ph.D. in Natural Sciences) with executive administrative acumen (Executive MBA). He brings to the District more than 15 years of experience leading complex, mission-driven programs at the intersection of environmental sustainability, government advisory and financial management. Mr. Stefansson has extensive experience in marine science, biotechnology, and sustainable aquaculture, with a focus on waste-to-value pathways and biodiversity maintenance. Mr. Stefansson has a vision to implement large-scale regenerative agriculture and aquaculture throughout the region — the future looks bright for Eastern Connecticut Conservation District.