Big Step Forward for Appliance Energy Efficiency
Big Step Forward for Appliance Energy Efficiency BY TIM CRONIN, JULY 13th 2018 A bill to update the state’s aging appliance efficiency standards has crossed a significant hurdle in the Statehouse. Yesterday, the Massachusetts House voted unanimously to adopt the measure, sending it to the Senate, which is expected to…
Coastal flooding a driving force in U.S. housing market
Coastal flooding — a driving force in U.S. housing market BY: JACKIE RYAN, JULY 12th 2018 The ocean has always been a valuable resource, providing us not only with means of transportation and food, but also with beaches and recreation. It may come as no surprise that about 40% of…
Add environment to the list of SCOTUS nominee concerns
Add environment to the list of SCOTUS nominee concerns BY MARIA VIRGINIA OLANO, JULY 10th 2018 Our judicial system is often regarded as an ironclad defender of our rights, health and wellbeing, but this is likely to become jeopardized as a long-time skeptic of climate change and business regulations…
Global Warming Brings Lobster Pots to a Boil
Global Warming Brings Lobster Pots to a Boil BY JILL CLINTON, JULY 4th 2018 As is tradition every Fourth of July, families all over the northeast are firing up their grills to prepare delicious lobster and clambakes. However, what seems like a standard cookout on the East Coast, may…
How will the ‘Grand Bargain’ impact your small business?
How will the 'Grand Bargain' impact your Small Business? by TIM CRONIN, July 3rd 2018 Quick Facts A new state law establishes a permanent sales-tax holiday, raises the minimum wage to $15/hour, and mandates paid-leave. Most provisions don’t go into effect until 2023. The compromise law was passed after…
Two economic concepts every sustainability professional should know
Two economic concepts every sustainability professional should know BY VALENTINA PRADO, SENIOR SUSTAINABILITY ANALYST and PETER DUNN, MARKETING DIRECTOR for EARTHSHIFT GLOBAL This article was first published by GreenBiz on MAY 8th 2018 As sustainability scientists, we are faced on a daily basis with complex, multi-dimensional problems that challenge…
What’s Happening on Beacon Hill –– Your End of Session Guide on Climate Policy
What's Happening on Beacon Hill: Your End of Session Guide on Climate Policy BY TIM CRONIN, First Posted JUNE 28th 2018 ~Last update: Monday, July 30th, 2018 @ 8:00 pm ~ Yesterday (Monday 7/30) the House and Senate completed their compromise clean energy bill (H.4857), just a day before…
Lack of Trees in Boston Leaves the City Lagging on Climate Goals
Lack of Trees in Boston Leaves the City Lagging on Climate Goals BY JILL CLINTON, JUNE 21st 2018 On Monday, Councilor Pressley and Councilor O’Malley held a public hearing to address challenges the city is facing in meeting its goal of cover 35% of the city with trees by…
Is Climate Change to Blame for your Seasonal Allergies?
Is Climate Change to Blame for your Seasonal Allergies? BY JACKIE RYAN, JUNE 21 2018 With this week marking the official start of summer, searing temperatures are already in full force. While the annual blossoming of plant life each spring is undoubtedly beautiful, the pollen that arrives with it has…
