Ponds, reservoirs could host floating solar in space-constrained Massachusetts
Developers intend to install the floating solar panels atop storage ponds, water treatments plants, and other human-made bodies of water — a first in a...
Vermont digs in on incentives to boost geothermal heat pumps
The technology has strong potential to help electrify homes, but high costs and logistical challenges still put it out of reach for most homeowners. Vermont...
Massachusetts considers higher efficiency bar for large commercial buildings
The Better Buildings Act would phase in energy efficiency requirements for large commercial buildings. The standards would be developed by state officials and vary depending...
Commentary: Propane, electric buses will lead to cleaner air, better financials for Massachusetts schools
The combination of propane school buses and electric models will lead to the common goal of cleaner air and better financials for Massachusetts schools, write...
Massachusetts cities try new legal path toward banning new fossil fuel hookups
A year after the state’s attorney general struck down a suburban town’s attempt to ban new fossil fuel infrastructure, several municipalities are pursuing new strategies...
Commentary: Our children deserve a clean ride to school
The ride to school shouldn’t include a daily dose of toxic pollution, writes guest commentator John Stout of MASSPIRG. Commentary: Our children deserve a clean...
It’s been the third wettest July ever recorded, and the month is only half over
June broke records because it was so hot. So far July has been cool and unusually wet, something that comes as no surprise to Massachusetts...
Mass. bill would double real estate fee to fund clean energy, affordable housing
A broad coalition of environmental and community advocates backs the proposal to increase the deeds excise tax and spend the expected $300 million per year...