Massachusetts legislators are currently considering a bill that would cut roughly $1 billion from the Mass Save energy efficiency program.
Many people are concerned that this change would increase energy costs over time and make it harder for households and businesses to reduce their energy use.
Newton’s Co-Director of Climate and Sustainability, Ann Berwick, recently sent the following letter to Senator Cynthia Creem explaining why she believes the proposed cuts would be a mistake.
We are sharing her letter (with permission) because it clearly explains what is at stake.
Letter from Ann G. Berwick, Co-Director of Sustainability, City of Newton
Speak up about Mass Save
Please share your concerns about cuts to Mass Save, by emailing your state senator.
Personal messages from constituents can make a real difference.
You can:
- write your own message
- adapt ideas from the letter above
- explain how energy efficiency programs have helped you or your community
Even a short note can help legislators understand how important these programs are to residents.
To get you started, here’s a sample opening:
Dear Senator [Name],
I am writing as a constituent to ask you to oppose cuts to Mass Save funding in the energy affordability bill. Energy efficiency programs help households reduce energy costs and strengthen our energy system over the long term.