Massachusetts Energy and Environmental Affairs
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Building a cleaner, healthier Massachusetts
While the federal government cuts funding, Massachusetts is making sure families don’t go hungry. @massgovernor.bsky.social ’s state budget invests $55 million to support our food banks and community organizations.
February 3, 2026 at 3:56 PM
While the federal government cuts funding, Massachusetts is making sure families don’t go hungry. @massgovernor.bsky.social ’s state budget invests $55 million to support our food banks and community organizations.
EVs that can power your home during an outage and reduce electric grid costs? Now possible thanks to @masscec.bsky.social’s Vehicle-to-Everything program.
This first-of-its-kind demo program uses bi-directional EV chargers to turn cars and school buses into mobile energy storage assets.
This first-of-its-kind demo program uses bi-directional EV chargers to turn cars and school buses into mobile energy storage assets.
February 3, 2026 at 3:01 PM
EVs that can power your home during an outage and reduce electric grid costs? Now possible thanks to @masscec.bsky.social’s Vehicle-to-Everything program.
This first-of-its-kind demo program uses bi-directional EV chargers to turn cars and school buses into mobile energy storage assets.
This first-of-its-kind demo program uses bi-directional EV chargers to turn cars and school buses into mobile energy storage assets.
To the utility workers, plow crews, and first responders who showed up in extreme conditions to keep Massachusetts running and residents safe and warm during the winter storm — thank you for everything you do.
February 2, 2026 at 9:57 PM
To the utility workers, plow crews, and first responders who showed up in extreme conditions to keep Massachusetts running and residents safe and warm during the winter storm — thank you for everything you do.
From feeding families to lowering energy costs, @massgovernor.bsky.social’s state budget invests big to deliver real benefits across Massachusetts.
February 2, 2026 at 2:50 PM
From feeding families to lowering energy costs, @massgovernor.bsky.social’s state budget invests big to deliver real benefits across Massachusetts.
@massgovernor.bsky.social’s state budget invests where it matters most – protecting clean air, clean water, and the land people rely on every day!
January 29, 2026 at 5:49 PM
@massgovernor.bsky.social’s state budget invests where it matters most – protecting clean air, clean water, and the land people rely on every day!
Long wait times to connect housing projects to the electric grid are slowing us down.
Power Forward, launched by @massgovernor.bsky.social with @nationalgrid.bsky.social & @eversource.bsky.social, will change that — cutting delays, lowering costs, and accelerating housing development statewide.
Power Forward, launched by @massgovernor.bsky.social with @nationalgrid.bsky.social & @eversource.bsky.social, will change that — cutting delays, lowering costs, and accelerating housing development statewide.
January 27, 2026 at 3:23 PM
Long wait times to connect housing projects to the electric grid are slowing us down.
Power Forward, launched by @massgovernor.bsky.social with @nationalgrid.bsky.social & @eversource.bsky.social, will change that — cutting delays, lowering costs, and accelerating housing development statewide.
Power Forward, launched by @massgovernor.bsky.social with @nationalgrid.bsky.social & @eversource.bsky.social, will change that — cutting delays, lowering costs, and accelerating housing development statewide.
When we produce energy locally, we create jobs locally! Vineyard Wind has delivered thousands of good-paying jobs and hundreds of millions of dollars in wages and benefits for Massachusetts workers. Bit.ly/4t5tQFa
Vineyard Wind report: Project has created more than 3,700 jobs - The New Bedford Light
The project also exceeded its local hiring goals, with more than 70% of union labor coming from counties in Southeastern Massachusetts, according to the report.
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January 26, 2026 at 8:24 PM
When we produce energy locally, we create jobs locally! Vineyard Wind has delivered thousands of good-paying jobs and hundreds of millions of dollars in wages and benefits for Massachusetts workers. Bit.ly/4t5tQFa
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We’ll be celebrating your 2025 accomplishments with you tonight, @massgovernor.bsky.social.
Tune in to the 2026 State of the Commonwealth Address at 7 PM at mass.gov/SOTC.
Tune in to the 2026 State of the Commonwealth Address at 7 PM at mass.gov/SOTC.
January 22, 2026 at 8:01 PM
We’ll be celebrating your 2025 accomplishments with you tonight, @massgovernor.bsky.social.
Tune in to the 2026 State of the Commonwealth Address at 7 PM at mass.gov/SOTC.
Tune in to the 2026 State of the Commonwealth Address at 7 PM at mass.gov/SOTC.
How I smile knowing that @massgovernor.bsky.social is fighting to lower energy bills for Massachusetts residents and businesses.
Catch the Gov’s State of the Commonwealth address tonight at 7PM at Mass.gov/SOTC!
Catch the Gov’s State of the Commonwealth address tonight at 7PM at Mass.gov/SOTC!
January 22, 2026 at 8:18 PM
How I smile knowing that @massgovernor.bsky.social is fighting to lower energy bills for Massachusetts residents and businesses.
Catch the Gov’s State of the Commonwealth address tonight at 7PM at Mass.gov/SOTC!
Catch the Gov’s State of the Commonwealth address tonight at 7PM at Mass.gov/SOTC!
Here ye, here ye! 📜 @massgovernor.bsky.social will deliver her 2026 State of the Commonwealth Address on Thursday, January 22 at 7 PM. Tune in tomorrow at Mass.gov/SOTC.
January 21, 2026 at 9:17 PM
Here ye, here ye! 📜 @massgovernor.bsky.social will deliver her 2026 State of the Commonwealth Address on Thursday, January 22 at 7 PM. Tune in tomorrow at Mass.gov/SOTC.
Today we remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy. We all have a responsibility to ensure justice and the wellbeing of all people. This means ensuring every community has access to clean water, clean air, and a healthy environment.
January 19, 2026 at 2:06 PM
Today we remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy. We all have a responsibility to ensure justice and the wellbeing of all people. This means ensuring every community has access to clean water, clean air, and a healthy environment.
Today, power is officially flowing through the NECEC transmission line – delivering affordable, stable hydropower from Canada to Massachusetts! This project will supply 20% of the state’s electricity and save customers $50 million each year on their bills.
January 16, 2026 at 7:39 PM
Today, power is officially flowing through the NECEC transmission line – delivering affordable, stable hydropower from Canada to Massachusetts! This project will supply 20% of the state’s electricity and save customers $50 million each year on their bills.
The Mass Ready Act is a $3 billion down payment on our future. Today, Secretary Tepper testified in support of this critical investment to protect drinking water, strengthen infrastructure, support farms, and help communities prepare for extreme weather. Learn more: mass.gov/massready
January 13, 2026 at 8:47 PM
The Mass Ready Act is a $3 billion down payment on our future. Today, Secretary Tepper testified in support of this critical investment to protect drinking water, strengthen infrastructure, support farms, and help communities prepare for extreme weather. Learn more: mass.gov/massready
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Hear ye, hear ye – DOER’s third annual Town Hall is Jan. 30 from 12:00 - 1:30 pm. We hope you can join us! DOER will share key 2026 initiatives, timelines and engagement opportunities, followed by Q&A. The Town Hall will be recorded and shared for those who can’t join.
January 12, 2026 at 9:41 PM
Hear ye, hear ye – DOER’s third annual Town Hall is Jan. 30 from 12:00 - 1:30 pm. We hope you can join us! DOER will share key 2026 initiatives, timelines and engagement opportunities, followed by Q&A. The Town Hall will be recorded and shared for those who can’t join.
As of today, the Central and Northeast Regions of the state have worsened to a Level 2–Significant Drought. Conditions have also declined in nearly all other regions, moving the Southeast Region to a Level–1 Mild Drought and the Millers River Basin to a Level 3-Critical Drought.
January 12, 2026 at 9:44 PM
As of today, the Central and Northeast Regions of the state have worsened to a Level 2–Significant Drought. Conditions have also declined in nearly all other regions, moving the Southeast Region to a Level–1 Mild Drought and the Millers River Basin to a Level 3-Critical Drought.
Our 2025 End of Year Report is LIVE! From introducing two major pieces of legislation to protecting biodiversity and investing in our communities, our team dedicated the year to building a more affordable, prepared Massachusetts for everyone. Read more: bit.ly/EEA2025Report
December 30, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Our 2025 End of Year Report is LIVE! From introducing two major pieces of legislation to protecting biodiversity and investing in our communities, our team dedicated the year to building a more affordable, prepared Massachusetts for everyone. Read more: bit.ly/EEA2025Report
Massachusetts is reopening its Dam Owners Technical Assistance Program, offering free engineering support to help public and private dam owners comply with safety regulations.
Work runs through June 30, 2026.
Stronger dams mean safer communities. Submit your request at mass.gov/dam-assistance.
Work runs through June 30, 2026.
Stronger dams mean safer communities. Submit your request at mass.gov/dam-assistance.
December 9, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Massachusetts is reopening its Dam Owners Technical Assistance Program, offering free engineering support to help public and private dam owners comply with safety regulations.
Work runs through June 30, 2026.
Stronger dams mean safer communities. Submit your request at mass.gov/dam-assistance.
Work runs through June 30, 2026.
Stronger dams mean safer communities. Submit your request at mass.gov/dam-assistance.
MMAC, PVPC, and EEA’s Climate Resilience Playbook just earned the President’s Award from the American Planning Association – Massachusetts!
See what actions your community can take to prepare for the impacts of climate change: resilienceplaybook.mapc.org
See what actions your community can take to prepare for the impacts of climate change: resilienceplaybook.mapc.org
December 5, 2025 at 7:28 PM
MMAC, PVPC, and EEA’s Climate Resilience Playbook just earned the President’s Award from the American Planning Association – Massachusetts!
See what actions your community can take to prepare for the impacts of climate change: resilienceplaybook.mapc.org
See what actions your community can take to prepare for the impacts of climate change: resilienceplaybook.mapc.org
Massachusetts just hit a MAJOR milestone! Nearly 120,000 households are officially enrolled in the new discount heat pump rate that @massgovernor.bsky.social pushed for in her Energy Affordability Agenda. That means huge savings on heating all season long.
November 20, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Massachusetts just hit a MAJOR milestone! Nearly 120,000 households are officially enrolled in the new discount heat pump rate that @massgovernor.bsky.social pushed for in her Energy Affordability Agenda. That means huge savings on heating all season long.
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A beautiful day by the Island End River in Chelsea, joining Secretary Tepper and her team from the @masseea.bsky.social as they announced the final ResilientCoasts Plan to protect communities and coastal environments from flooding and climate change risks over the next 50 years.
#CoastalResilience
#CoastalResilience
November 14, 2025 at 2:26 PM
A beautiful day by the Island End River in Chelsea, joining Secretary Tepper and her team from the @masseea.bsky.social as they announced the final ResilientCoasts Plan to protect communities and coastal environments from flooding and climate change risks over the next 50 years.
#CoastalResilience
#CoastalResilience
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Thank you to EEA Secretary Rebecca Tepper and everyone else who came out today to celebrate the release of the ResilientCoasts Final Plan! For more details on the release of this comprehensive strategy to protect coastal communities, see: www.mass.gov/news/healey-...
November 6, 2025 at 8:01 PM
Thank you to EEA Secretary Rebecca Tepper and everyone else who came out today to celebrate the release of the ResilientCoasts Final Plan! For more details on the release of this comprehensive strategy to protect coastal communities, see: www.mass.gov/news/healey-...
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The release was announced at Island End Park where CZM joined the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA), City of Chelsea, other coastal communities, and many of the people who gave input on plan development. @masseea.bsky.social
November 6, 2025 at 8:01 PM
The release was announced at Island End Park where CZM joined the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA), City of Chelsea, other coastal communities, and many of the people who gave input on plan development. @masseea.bsky.social
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The ResilientCoasts Final Plan is now available! This comprehensive statewide plan outlines guidance and strategies to address near- and long-term vulnerability to coastal hazards like sea level rise, storm surge, and erosion over the next 50 years. www.mass.gov/info-details...
November 6, 2025 at 8:01 PM
The ResilientCoasts Final Plan is now available! This comprehensive statewide plan outlines guidance and strategies to address near- and long-term vulnerability to coastal hazards like sea level rise, storm surge, and erosion over the next 50 years. www.mass.gov/info-details...
Trees are one of nature’s best defenses against extreme heat!
Over $630K in Cooling Corridors grants will plant hundreds of new trees in Environmental Justice Communities, identified hotspots, and along walking routes to schools, parks, and community centers across the state.
Over $630K in Cooling Corridors grants will plant hundreds of new trees in Environmental Justice Communities, identified hotspots, and along walking routes to schools, parks, and community centers across the state.
October 31, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Trees are one of nature’s best defenses against extreme heat!
Over $630K in Cooling Corridors grants will plant hundreds of new trees in Environmental Justice Communities, identified hotspots, and along walking routes to schools, parks, and community centers across the state.
Over $630K in Cooling Corridors grants will plant hundreds of new trees in Environmental Justice Communities, identified hotspots, and along walking routes to schools, parks, and community centers across the state.
In 2023, we awarded the Town of Acton $1.5M in MVP funding to protect 57 acres and incorporate 2 wells into the municipal water supply.
This week, we celebrated the opening of the Water Supply and Open Space Preservation Project, which has made the town more resilient for the future.
This week, we celebrated the opening of the Water Supply and Open Space Preservation Project, which has made the town more resilient for the future.
October 30, 2025 at 7:32 PM
In 2023, we awarded the Town of Acton $1.5M in MVP funding to protect 57 acres and incorporate 2 wells into the municipal water supply.
This week, we celebrated the opening of the Water Supply and Open Space Preservation Project, which has made the town more resilient for the future.
This week, we celebrated the opening of the Water Supply and Open Space Preservation Project, which has made the town more resilient for the future.