Climate Resilience and Green Spaces
The City is committed to making sure every Bostonian will enjoy a more climate-resilient city.
The FY27 Budget continues to work toward the goals outlined in the City's Climate Action Plan and provide clean open spaces for all Bostonians.
-
Still have questions? Contact:
Budget
-
1 City Hall Square
Room 813Boston, MA 02201-2037
Climate Budgeting
The City, a member of C40—an organization of cities addressing climate issues—launched a Climate Budgeting pilot in FY27. Climate budgeting incorporates climate considerations into budget proposals and review.
As part of the pilot, the budget process included an evaluation of the extent to which budget allocations are in line with five climate priorities: (1) Building decarbonization, (2) EV infrastructure and mode shifting, (3) Renewable energy, (4) Heat resilience, and (5) Coastal and stormwater resilience.
In this pilot, several departments discussed which projects and programs within their operating and capital budgets fall into a climate priority. Findings from this pilot will provide a framework for future years on how to evaluate Boston's budget through a climate lens.
Resilient Open Space
Boston recognizes the benefits that come with reliable access to open space. The FY27 budget continues ongoing repairs and maintenance to the City’s parks and playgrounds, it also includes funds to maintain the City’s tree canopy and urban wilds.
The Parks and Recreation $309 million Capital Plan will continue to construct and renovate playgrounds, open spaces, and athletic fields across the City. Major recent projects include:
- Completed renovations at 15 parks across the City, including Copley Square, Clifford Playground, and Millennium Playground.
- Implementation of the Franklin Park and Boston Common Master Plans, with construction in the Franklin Park Tennis Courts.
- Ongoing construction to Billings Field, Commonwealth Avenue Mall in Kenmore Square, with new construction commencing in Ceylon Park, McKinney Playground, and Ronan Park.
Learn more about the budget
-
Still have questions? Contact:
Budget
-
1 City Hall Square
Room 813Boston, MA 02201-2037
