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Mar 27

Mayor Wu announces support for Avangrid's proposal for offshore wind energy, a first for a U.S. city

This is a tangible step towards achieving the City of Boston’s pledge to run on fully renewable energy by 2030

Nov 27

City of Boston announces new Community Choice Electricity rates

The City of Boston has increased the default renewable energy content by an additional 15% beyond state requirements to support the transition to a regional clean energy grid

Nov 2

Mayor Wu announces next steps to enhance coastal resilience in East Boston

The City will launch the first coastal resilience project that will span multiple private properties to protect the East Boston community from current and future flooding

Sep 12

City of Boston Awarded Grant to Advance Coastal Resilience and Prepare for the Impacts of Climate…

This funding provides direct support to the City of Boston to implement strategies included in the recently completed Climate Ready Boston reports

Aug 2

Access Air Quality Information at a Soofa Digital Sign Near You

We're launching a new air quality widget to make air quality information more accessible.

Jun 1

New Program to Support Tree Canopy Growth and Maintenance on Private Land

The Tree Alliance will increase Boston’s urban tree canopy while advancing a long-term investment in heat and climate resilience.

Mar 16

Strategies to Enhance Energy Efficiency in Boston

These measures expand upon the Wu administration’s commitment to a just energy transition and a Green New Deal for Boston.

Jan 27

Climate Ready Boston Partnering with Army Corps

A federal partnership between the City of Boston and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will assess coastal storm management.

Nov 1

Options To Help Save On Your Electricity and Gas Bills

The City of Boston has resources for residents and small businesses to save money on their bills and make your home more energy efficient

Oct 21

New Environmental Standards for City Infrastructure Announced

Internal design standards will embed environmental benefits into certain future City of Boston public infrastructure.

Sep 22

New Forestry Division and Urban Forest Plan to Enhance and Protect the City's Tree Canopy

Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University to donate 10 dawn redwood trees to City to be planted across the City.

Sep 1

Boston with solar panels in the foreground

Join The Work to Become a Green New Deal City

We're hiring employees at all levels across the Mayor's Cabinet of Environment, Energy, and Open Space.

Aug 16

Mayor Wu Plans to File Home Rule Petition to Establish Fossil Fuel-Free Standards for New…

Home Rule Petition will expand upon Mayor Wu’s commitment to make Boston a Green New Deal city.

Aug 12

New Strategies to Enhance Coastal Resilience in East Boston and Charlestown

With the completion of “Coastal Resilience Solutions for East Boston and Charlestown (Phase II),” the City has developed resilience plans for all 47-miles of Boston’s coastline.

Aug 8

Oliver Sellers-Garcia Appointed Boston Green New Deal Director

Oliver Sellers-Garcia comes to this role with extensive experience in urban and climate change planning.

Jul 28

Kate England Appointed Boston's Inaugural Director of Green Infrastructure

Mayor Michelle Wu today announced the appointment of Kate England as the City’s inaugural Director of Green Infrastructure.

May 9

Access Increased to Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency

Solarize Eastie will reduce costs for solar panel installation and the Community First Partnership will expand energy efficiency opportunities for environmental justice communities.

Apr 22

Critical Actions to Mitigate Extreme Heat in Environmental Justice Communities Announced

The City to launch an Extreme Temperatures Response Task Force and expand cooling strategies including a new Cool Roof Grant Program, pop-up cooling support for 30 community organizations, and a...

Mar 16

Lower Neponset River Declared a Superfund Site

Federal funds will support the remediation of a historically neglected and polluted natural space.

Feb 14

Executive Director of Youth Green Jobs Initiative Named

Davo Jefferson will enhance workforce development for young adults and returning citizens in fields that address environmental challenges.

Feb 11

Community Clean Air Grant Recipient Announced

This grant will support a community-based initiative to raise awareness about air pollution and improve air quality at community hub.

Jan 21

Recipients of Grants for Green and Mobility Jobs Announced

These grants will support workforce development and career training in fields that promote environmental and transportation innovation.

Dec 15

New, lower Community Choice Electricity rates announced

As general electricity prices rise, Community Choice Electricity offers affordable and renewable energy to Boston’s residents and businesses.

Dec 4

Mayor Wu, U.S. Secretary of Energy Granholm Tour Boston Arts Academy

The new energy efficient school building is currently under construction in Fenway.

Oct 27

Youth green jobs training program announced

The partnership will expand workforce development for young adults and returning citizens in fields that address environmental challenges.

Oct 18

Recipients of Community Clean Air Grant announced

The program has awarded two grants totaling $96,134.

Oct 5

Ordinance requiring zero emissions for large buildings by 2050 signed

The ordinance builds on the Janey Administration's commitment to protect Boston against the impacts of climate change by setting carbon targets for existing large buildings.