Boston Environment Department
@environment.boston.gov
Official Bluesky account of the City of Boston's Environment Department. Working to enhance the quality of life of Bostonians by addressing climate change and protecting our natural resources.
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Today, @mayorwu.boston.gov launched the Boston Energy Saver, a free citywide service helping Boston renters, homeowners, and small businesses upgrade buildings & lower energy costs.
Visit boston.gov/save to learn more, or call 617-635-SAVE for a free 1-on-1 consultation.
@boston.gov
Visit boston.gov/save to learn more, or call 617-635-SAVE for a free 1-on-1 consultation.
@boston.gov
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🌻Our Sunflower Beautification Grant supports community-led projects that bring color, creativity, and sustainability to Boston’s neighborhoods through sunflower plantings and other beautification efforts.
Learn more and apply before Jan 14, 2026: boston.gov/sunflower-grant
Learn more and apply before Jan 14, 2026: boston.gov/sunflower-grant
November 14, 2025 at 6:45 PM
🌻Our Sunflower Beautification Grant supports community-led projects that bring color, creativity, and sustainability to Boston’s neighborhoods through sunflower plantings and other beautification efforts.
Learn more and apply before Jan 14, 2026: boston.gov/sunflower-grant
Learn more and apply before Jan 14, 2026: boston.gov/sunflower-grant
Our November Newsletter is out! We share new grants and funding opportunities, upcoming public meetings for coastal resilience plans for Downtown, and the impactful work of a Community Clean Air Grant awardee.
Read it here: link.hello.boston.gov/share/443/2e...
Read it here: link.hello.boston.gov/share/443/2e...
November 20, 2025 at 4:39 PM
Our November Newsletter is out! We share new grants and funding opportunities, upcoming public meetings for coastal resilience plans for Downtown, and the impactful work of a Community Clean Air Grant awardee.
Read it here: link.hello.boston.gov/share/443/2e...
Read it here: link.hello.boston.gov/share/443/2e...
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Today’s the day! Join us TODAY at 11:00 a.m. to watch the Tree for Boston roll onto the Boston Common all the way from Nova Scotia.
The 2025 #TreeForBoston is on its way! 🌲
This week, @mayorwu.boston.gov and Interim Parks & Recreation Commissioner Cathy Baker-Eclipse joined Nova Scotia officials and the Feener family in Lunenburg to help cut the 45-foot white spruce now bound for Boston Common. (1/3)
This week, @mayorwu.boston.gov and Interim Parks & Recreation Commissioner Cathy Baker-Eclipse joined Nova Scotia officials and the Feener family in Lunenburg to help cut the 45-foot white spruce now bound for Boston Common. (1/3)
November 18, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Today’s the day! Join us TODAY at 11:00 a.m. to watch the Tree for Boston roll onto the Boston Common all the way from Nova Scotia.
On December 8th, the City of Boston’s BERDO Review Board is hosting a public meeting dedicated to residential tenants of multifamily buildings that are subject to BERDO (buildings with 15 or more units). Register: Boston.gov/berdo-tenants/meeting
@boston.gov
@boston.gov
November 14, 2025 at 7:48 PM
On December 8th, the City of Boston’s BERDO Review Board is hosting a public meeting dedicated to residential tenants of multifamily buildings that are subject to BERDO (buildings with 15 or more units). Register: Boston.gov/berdo-tenants/meeting
@boston.gov
@boston.gov
Want to save big on your energy bill this winter? Tune-in to a Boston Energy Saver webinar tomorrow, 11/13, at 6 PM. We'll discuss how heat pumps can make your home or business more comfortable, and the available rebates and incentives for you to get them. Register: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
November 12, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Want to save big on your energy bill this winter? Tune-in to a Boston Energy Saver webinar tomorrow, 11/13, at 6 PM. We'll discuss how heat pumps can make your home or business more comfortable, and the available rebates and incentives for you to get them. Register: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
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Thank you to @environment.boston.gov, @parks.boston.gov, the Urban Wilds Program and the incredible Boston PowerCorps team for your hard work on this historic restoration, and thank you to all the residents who advocated to preserve this beautiful space.
October 31, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Thank you to @environment.boston.gov, @parks.boston.gov, the Urban Wilds Program and the incredible Boston PowerCorps team for your hard work on this historic restoration, and thank you to all the residents who advocated to preserve this beautiful space.
"Last year, [buildings in the Seaport] generated $343 million in property taxes for Boston. However, that cash cow is increasingly at risk. 99 percent of what’s been built in the Seaport in the last quarter-century is at risk of flooding by 2050." @bostonglobe.com
A rising flood zone risk is affecting the Seaport, 10 percent of Boston's tax base
Buildings in the Seaport fund one-tenth of Boston’s property-tax base. Flood waters and sea level rise will soon put that at risk.
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November 3, 2025 at 3:57 PM
"Last year, [buildings in the Seaport] generated $343 million in property taxes for Boston. However, that cash cow is increasingly at risk. 99 percent of what’s been built in the Seaport in the last quarter-century is at risk of flooding by 2050." @bostonglobe.com
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Go to boston.gov/save, get connected with Boston Energy Saver, and save money on your energy bills. ⚡
October 29, 2025 at 5:19 PM
Go to boston.gov/save, get connected with Boston Energy Saver, and save money on your energy bills. ⚡
Today, @mayorwu.boston.gov launched the Boston Energy Saver, a free citywide service helping Boston renters, homeowners, and small businesses upgrade buildings & lower energy costs.
Visit boston.gov/save to learn more, or call 617-635-SAVE for a free 1-on-1 consultation.
@boston.gov
Visit boston.gov/save to learn more, or call 617-635-SAVE for a free 1-on-1 consultation.
@boston.gov
October 29, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Today, @mayorwu.boston.gov launched the Boston Energy Saver, a free citywide service helping Boston renters, homeowners, and small businesses upgrade buildings & lower energy costs.
Visit boston.gov/save to learn more, or call 617-635-SAVE for a free 1-on-1 consultation.
@boston.gov
Visit boston.gov/save to learn more, or call 617-635-SAVE for a free 1-on-1 consultation.
@boston.gov
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Tonight, I will deliver a special address on the state of Boston Public Schools.
At BPS, we put our students at the center of the class and take them on a journey of learning and self-discovery. I hope you will join us live at 7 p.m. to hear about the progress we have made together. #BostonSOTS
At BPS, we put our students at the center of the class and take them on a journey of learning and self-discovery. I hope you will join us live at 7 p.m. to hear about the progress we have made together. #BostonSOTS
October 28, 2025 at 9:09 PM
Tonight, I will deliver a special address on the state of Boston Public Schools.
At BPS, we put our students at the center of the class and take them on a journey of learning and self-discovery. I hope you will join us live at 7 p.m. to hear about the progress we have made together. #BostonSOTS
At BPS, we put our students at the center of the class and take them on a journey of learning and self-discovery. I hope you will join us live at 7 p.m. to hear about the progress we have made together. #BostonSOTS
Tomorrow! One of our Clean Air Grant recipients is hosting a workshop to discuss the sources and impacts of air pollution and how to improve the air quality in your home and community. Supplies will be provided to build a free at-home air purifier! Register: actionnetwork.org/events/73012...
October 28, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Tomorrow! One of our Clean Air Grant recipients is hosting a workshop to discuss the sources and impacts of air pollution and how to improve the air quality in your home and community. Supplies will be provided to build a free at-home air purifier! Register: actionnetwork.org/events/73012...
We are happy to announce that the Mattahunt Woods Urban Wild is officially reopened! A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us in Mattapan to experience the new site upgrades and celebrate the completion of this project. Learn more at boston.gov/mattahunt @parks.boston.gov @boston.gov
October 27, 2025 at 2:33 PM
We are happy to announce that the Mattahunt Woods Urban Wild is officially reopened! A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us in Mattapan to experience the new site upgrades and celebrate the completion of this project. Learn more at boston.gov/mattahunt @parks.boston.gov @boston.gov
We are inspired by the energy, conversations and connections that took place at the City of Boston's first-ever BERDO Fest! Thanks to our event partners, vendors, and attendees who reinforced that the path to carbon neutrality is a shared journey, powered by passionate people and impactful ideas.
October 24, 2025 at 3:52 PM
We are inspired by the energy, conversations and connections that took place at the City of Boston's first-ever BERDO Fest! Thanks to our event partners, vendors, and attendees who reinforced that the path to carbon neutrality is a shared journey, powered by passionate people and impactful ideas.
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The big day is tomorrow! Celebrate MA Archaeology Month with us at our archaeology lab open house. Drop by the Mary C. Beaudry Community Archaeology Center tomorrow, Oct. 24th, 10am-3pm & see what we do here!
201 Rivermoor St.
Boston, MA 02132
10am - 3 pm
#Boston #archaeology #ArchaeologyMonth
201 Rivermoor St.
Boston, MA 02132
10am - 3 pm
#Boston #archaeology #ArchaeologyMonth
October 23, 2025 at 2:35 PM
The big day is tomorrow! Celebrate MA Archaeology Month with us at our archaeology lab open house. Drop by the Mary C. Beaudry Community Archaeology Center tomorrow, Oct. 24th, 10am-3pm & see what we do here!
201 Rivermoor St.
Boston, MA 02132
10am - 3 pm
#Boston #archaeology #ArchaeologyMonth
201 Rivermoor St.
Boston, MA 02132
10am - 3 pm
#Boston #archaeology #ArchaeologyMonth
Since June 2024, we've been giving Mattahunt Woods Urban Wild a makeover. See all the progress that's been made at the official ribbon cutting and community celebration this Friday, 10/24, from 1 - 3pm. boston.gov/calendar/mattahunt-woods-urban-wild-ribbon-cutting-and-community-celebration
October 22, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Since June 2024, we've been giving Mattahunt Woods Urban Wild a makeover. See all the progress that's been made at the official ribbon cutting and community celebration this Friday, 10/24, from 1 - 3pm. boston.gov/calendar/mattahunt-woods-urban-wild-ribbon-cutting-and-community-celebration
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🌊 Make Moakley Yours this Saturday, October 25! Join us for a full day of community and celebration at Moakley Park with @bostonharbornow.org
Learn more: moakleypark.org/calendar
#MoakleyPark #SouthBoston #BostonHarbor
Learn more: moakleypark.org/calendar
#MoakleyPark #SouthBoston #BostonHarbor
October 21, 2025 at 3:01 PM
🌊 Make Moakley Yours this Saturday, October 25! Join us for a full day of community and celebration at Moakley Park with @bostonharbornow.org
Learn more: moakleypark.org/calendar
#MoakleyPark #SouthBoston #BostonHarbor
Learn more: moakleypark.org/calendar
#MoakleyPark #SouthBoston #BostonHarbor
This Thursday, 10/23, we look forward to welcoming local leaders working to reduce building emissions in Boston! #BERDOFest is an opportunity to build connections with experts and professionals across the decarbonization ecosystem. Register for free at boston.gov/berdo-fest/
October 21, 2025 at 6:17 PM
This Thursday, 10/23, we look forward to welcoming local leaders working to reduce building emissions in Boston! #BERDOFest is an opportunity to build connections with experts and professionals across the decarbonization ecosystem. Register for free at boston.gov/berdo-fest/
Yesterday, Brian Swett, Chief Climate Officer, spoke about Boston's climate resilience efforts on a panel alongside #BillNye at the #BlueFutureConference! The panel explored how we can harness innovation and collaboration to protect our coastal cities while creating economic opportunity.
October 17, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Yesterday, Brian Swett, Chief Climate Officer, spoke about Boston's climate resilience efforts on a panel alongside #BillNye at the #BlueFutureConference! The panel explored how we can harness innovation and collaboration to protect our coastal cities while creating economic opportunity.
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🖼️The People’s Choice voting is now open for the Icons of Franklin Park Poster Competition!
Check out the Top 10 finalist poster series and vote for your favorite. Voting closes Monday, Oct 20 at 11:59 p.m.
🗳️ bslanow.org/postercompet...
Check out the Top 10 finalist poster series and vote for your favorite. Voting closes Monday, Oct 20 at 11:59 p.m.
🗳️ bslanow.org/postercompet...
October 7, 2025 at 4:42 PM
🖼️The People’s Choice voting is now open for the Icons of Franklin Park Poster Competition!
Check out the Top 10 finalist poster series and vote for your favorite. Voting closes Monday, Oct 20 at 11:59 p.m.
🗳️ bslanow.org/postercompet...
Check out the Top 10 finalist poster series and vote for your favorite. Voting closes Monday, Oct 20 at 11:59 p.m.
🗳️ bslanow.org/postercompet...
Saturday is International Repair Day! Celebrate by bringing your broken household goods to a Fixit Clinic in Hyde Park!
📅 Saturday, October 18
⏰ 10am - 1pm
📍Hyde Park Branch - Boston Public Library
Registration not required. Details: boston.gov/calendar/fixit-clinic-hyde-park
📅 Saturday, October 18
⏰ 10am - 1pm
📍Hyde Park Branch - Boston Public Library
Registration not required. Details: boston.gov/calendar/fixit-clinic-hyde-park
October 16, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Saturday is International Repair Day! Celebrate by bringing your broken household goods to a Fixit Clinic in Hyde Park!
📅 Saturday, October 18
⏰ 10am - 1pm
📍Hyde Park Branch - Boston Public Library
Registration not required. Details: boston.gov/calendar/fixit-clinic-hyde-park
📅 Saturday, October 18
⏰ 10am - 1pm
📍Hyde Park Branch - Boston Public Library
Registration not required. Details: boston.gov/calendar/fixit-clinic-hyde-park
The agenda is live for BERDO Fest! Join us on Thursday, October 23, for a FREE event that brings together stakeholders driving building decarbonization in Boston and beyond. Share your knowledge and expertise, learn something new, and make valuable connections. Register: boston.gov/berdo-fest/
October 15, 2025 at 1:23 PM
The agenda is live for BERDO Fest! Join us on Thursday, October 23, for a FREE event that brings together stakeholders driving building decarbonization in Boston and beyond. Share your knowledge and expertise, learn something new, and make valuable connections. Register: boston.gov/berdo-fest/
New Boston Wetland Regulations will be presented to the Boston Conservation Commission tomorrow, 10/15, at 6:00 p.m. You're invited to tune-in and provide public comments through Friday, November 14.
Additional info and meeting links can be found at: Boston.gov/developing-wetlands-regulations
Additional info and meeting links can be found at: Boston.gov/developing-wetlands-regulations
October 14, 2025 at 6:06 PM
New Boston Wetland Regulations will be presented to the Boston Conservation Commission tomorrow, 10/15, at 6:00 p.m. You're invited to tune-in and provide public comments through Friday, November 14.
Additional info and meeting links can be found at: Boston.gov/developing-wetlands-regulations
Additional info and meeting links can be found at: Boston.gov/developing-wetlands-regulations
Learn about flood mitigation plans being proposed for South Boston at a virtual meeting this Wednesday, October 15 from 6 - 8pm. We want to hear your feedback and questions! boston.gov/calendar/usace-boston-storm-study-south-boston-update
October 14, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Learn about flood mitigation plans being proposed for South Boston at a virtual meeting this Wednesday, October 15 from 6 - 8pm. We want to hear your feedback and questions! boston.gov/calendar/usace-boston-storm-study-south-boston-update
We're proud to be a finalist for the 2025 Bloomberg Philanthropies Local Leaders Awards! @boston.gov's Building Emissions Reduction and Disclosure Ordinance is a global blueprint for local #climateaction ahead of #COP30.
📰: www.bloomberg.org/press/bloomb...
📰: www.bloomberg.org/press/bloomb...
October 9, 2025 at 6:25 PM
We're proud to be a finalist for the 2025 Bloomberg Philanthropies Local Leaders Awards! @boston.gov's Building Emissions Reduction and Disclosure Ordinance is a global blueprint for local #climateaction ahead of #COP30.
📰: www.bloomberg.org/press/bloomb...
📰: www.bloomberg.org/press/bloomb...