MassDEP is currently in the process of shaping its PCAP (Priority Climate Action Plan) which will open up access to federal funding from the EPA for municipalities. We believe composting should be on the docket. With the state’s trash being … Read More
Category Archives: Climate Change
Plant-based food blogger Marla Felcher has created The 14-Day Greener Plate Challenge, a free, low-lift, online campaign to help us along a sustainable eating journey. From February 9-23, the campaign will educate participants in a fun, engaging way, about the … Read More
Thursday, February 1 from 12-1pm. Online. This talk brings together different perspectives on climate change – that of a climate-focused investment advisor, and a climate artist. We will discuss the interconnectedness of our fields and how we can collaborate to … Read More
Thursday, February 8 at 7pm. Online. Right now, it’s not easy to get a hold of any vehicle, including electric vehicles, because of supply chain constraints. However, manufacturers have announced an exciting line-up of new electric cars that will be … Read More
Tuesday, January 23 from 7-8:30pm. Online. Currently, the U.S. generates about 60% of its electricity from fossil fuels, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The U.S. aims to transition away from these carbon-emitting fuels by 2035, which will require … Read More
The science is clear. We all must phase out fossil fuels, the sooner the better, but no later than 2050. But there is no one path for us all on the journey to zero carbon. Each family’s situation is different … Read More
Thursday, January 25 from 7-8pm. Online. How is our commonwealth battling climate change, and what will it mean for you? Congregation Or Atid is pleased to host Massachusetts Climate Chief Melissa Hoffer as she discusses this and other issues facing … Read More
On Wednesday morning, the Healey administration’s Department of Public Utilities (DPU) issued a transformative decision for the future of the Massachusetts energy system. The top-line takeaway? For the first time in the 15 years since Massachusetts passed landmark decarbonization legislation, … Read More
Thursday, December 14 from 7-8pm. Online. Barstow’s Longview Farm and Black Earth Composting explain how the end result of what we eat (and don’t eat) can curb climate change. We recommend viewing “Wasted! The Story of Food Waste” prior to … Read More
On Wednesday, November 15, 2023 the Newton Citizens Commission on Energy (NCCE) voted unanimously to join Mothers Out Front Newton, Green Newton and 350Mass Newton in support of A Proposal for Rapidly Reducing Methane Leaks in Newton to be submitted to … Read More
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