Great News! BERDO (Building Emission Reduction and Disclosure Ordinance) was passed 23-0 by City Council last night. This ordinance requires owners of commercial buildings (including institutional and industrial buildings) over 20,000 square feet to measure their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions … Read More
Have you ever wondered if it’s possible to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, while addressing the growing need for affordable housing? Carpentry teacher Garret Tingle, who was recently awarded Teacher of The Year by the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources, and … Read More
The Mass Save HEAT Loan Program provides the opportunity to apply for 0% loans to assist with the installation of qualified energy-efficient home improvements including: weatherization upgrades, pre-weatherization barriers (insulation or air-sealing), condensing boilers and furnaces, water heaters (oil, propane, … Read More
Summary: Last week, the Zoning and Planning (ZAP) Committee advanced the proposed Building Emissions Reduction and Disclosure Ordinance (BERDO) to the full City Council. At yesterday’s City Council meeting, a proposed amendment failed, and a final vote on BERDO was … Read More
Monday, December 9 at 12pm. Online. Massachusetts has a brand new climate bill signed by Governor Healey on November 21, 2024. What are some of the key touchstones of the bill? Where do we go from here? Dan Zackin, 350 … Read More
Wednesday, December 4 at 7pm. Online. Ross Trethewey, P.E., M.Eng., and Building Engineer for This Old House and Ask This Old House, will talk about “Electrifying the Home – Where and When It Makes Sense.” Ross Trethewey is Principal of … Read More
Newton’s City Councilors are considering a proposal for a Building Emission Reduction and Disclosure Ordinance (BERDO) that would benefit our climate by dramatically reducing the amount of fossil fuels being used in the city. The Newton Zoning and Planning Committee … Read More
(November 14, 2024) The Massachusetts Legislature passed sweeping climate legislation to empower the state’s fight against climate change and accelerate progress towards the state’s goals of net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. “This comprehensive climate bill includes a wide … Read More
Buildings like homes, offices, and schools are responsible for over 40% of global energy use and greenhouse gas emissions, making them one of the largest contributors to climate change. The Studio for High-Performance Design + Construction (Studio HPDC) in Nonantum, … Read More
Wednesday, November 13 from 7-8:30pm. Countryside Elementary School (191 Dedham Street, Newton Highlands). Please join us for an enlightening evening exploring the future of sustainable energy in our community. Register on the form below. As part of Massachusetts Clean Energy … Read More
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