MA: Energy Policy
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…
Preparing for Low Temperatures, High Energy Costs in MA
Community service agencies say requests for home heating assistance were increasing even before National Grid - the power company that serves many in …
MA Working Through Fishing Industry Concerns About Offshore Wind
With many states working on becoming more carbon-neutral, Massachusetts is looking to offshore wind for its sustainable future. According to a 2021 …
Massachusetts Helping Turn Tide on Biomass Energy
Clean-energy advocates are hopeful Massachusetts' leadership on fighting biomass pollution will drive change in other states and nations. The Bay …