MA: Energy Policy
MA labor groups tackle climate crisis, income inequality
Massachusetts labor leaders say the state can meet its ambitious climate goals while creating quality jobs in communities facing the greatest threats …
Scientists reconsider net-zero pledges to reach climate goals
By Stephen Battersby for the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.Broadcast version by Kathryn Carley for Commonwealth News Service…
New transmission planning rule takes MA wildlife into account
Conservation groups in Massachusetts are backing the Biden Administration's new plan to update the nation's power grid. Studies show the U.S…
New online tool helps Boston grow tree equity
A new online tool is helping community groups in Boston ensure all neighborhoods reap the benefits from urban tree canopies. The Tree Equity Score …
Lawmakers, youth activists celebrate creation of American Climate Corps
A new federal jobs program aims to mobilize tens of thousands of young Americans to address the growing threats of climate change. The American …
Bills Aim to Close Biomass Loopholes in MA Clean Energy Laws
Environmental and community health advocates in Massachusetts are backing new legislation they say will close loopholes in the state's clean energy la…
Study Reveals Impact of Private Colleges, Universities on MA Economy
Private colleges and universities across Massachusetts have a more than $70 billion annual impact on the Commonwealth, according to a new report…
MA Activists Urge Congress to Raise Debt Ceiling, Resist Spending Cuts
Local activists will rally in Boston Common tomorrow to urge Congress to lift the debt ceiling without cuts to social programs in return. President …
Boston Moves to Implement Climate-Friendly Building Code
Boston is set to become the eighth and largest city in the Commonwealth to implement a new state climate-friendly building code to reduce the use of f…
Protests, Construction Continue at East Boston Substation
Environmental activists are calling on Gov. Maura Healy to end construction of the Eversource electrical substation in East Boston, and move it to …
MA Leads Nation in 'Green' Building Development
Massachusetts ranks number one in the nation for "green" building development. The ranking is based on what's known as LEED certification, which is …
Keeping Out the Cold: Weatherization Help for Those in Need
Community service agencies say many low- and moderate-income homes in the Commonwealth are unprepared for the winter cold and could benefit from a num…