We may finally be at a break-through moment for energy policy in Massachusetts. After years of facing problems from our energy choices—high energy bills, a strained infrastructure, and the reality of global warming—our leaders on Beacon Hill have stepped up to the challenge and passed the GREEN communities act, a comprehensive bill that revolutionizes the way we produce and consume energy and puts efficiency at the forefront of our energy policy.

Now we need our leaders to take the next step.  Environment Massachusetts will be working with the Governor to ensure that during the implementation stage of the GREEN communities act we are maximizing the environmental benefits of renewing our energy infrastructure.

We can build high performance homes and businesses that reduce energy waste and we can generate clean renewable energy from wind and solar power. Solutions like energy efficiency and renewable energy stabilize energy bills, create local jobs, and put Massachusetts on a climate safe path.

A significant stride has been taken towards our vision of repowering Massachusetts with 100% clean, renewable energy and reducing our demand through efficiency.

In the coming months we will work with the Governor to ensure full implementation of the GREEN communities act and work with all of our state leaders to take the next bold steps towards a new energy future.