“In Boston, when we talk about bold, systemic changes, the barriers are never about resources. The barrier is always our political will.”
Environment
FOOD JUSTICE, HEAT ISLANDS, AND OTHER BOSTON ENVIRO PRIORITIES
Our interview with Boston’s Chief of Environment, Energy, and Open Space, Rev. Mariama White-Hammond
A DEEP DIVE INTO MAYOR JANEY’S ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE AGENDA
Working with community leaders and facing pandemic devastation and an upcoming election, the mayor strives for a green recovery. What is her team up against?
JANEY CALLS ON EVERSOURE TO CANCEL A SUBSTATION IN EAST BOSTON
The proposal would make an already at risk community environmentally unsafe.
GUEST OPINION: NEW CLIMATE LAW CAN HELP US BUILD A GREENER SOMERVILLE
Somerville’s path to realizing carbon neutrality requires the concerted effort of City government and Somerville residents working together.
EDITORIAL: DIGBOSTON SEEKS CLIMATE IDEAS FOR MAYOR KIM JANEY
Environmental organizations and individual activists invited to submit opinion articles for publication
STATE WIRE: NEW MASS PESTICIDE RULES MADE TO PROTECT POLLINATORS
Massachusetts has new rules to restrict the use of pesticides
CHECKING IN ON THE COMMONWEALTH’S COMPREHENSIVE CLIMATE BILL
As lawmakers consider Baker’s amendments to climate bill, the fight for environmental justice continues.
BAKER URGED TO SIGN GAME CHANGING CLIMATE BILL
Environmental justice and climate change advocates are pushing for its passage.
SEWAGE NOTIFICATION BILL PASSED IN THE HOUSE AND SENATE
According to officials, the act is a step toward environmental protection and the preservation of public health.