News & Updates, Department of Energy Resources (DOER), Energy and Environmental Affairs, Commonwealth of Massachusetts News & Updates,Energy and Environmental Affairs,Commonwealth of Massachusetts http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/news-and-updates.xml http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/news-and-updates.html © 2011 Commonwealth of Massachusetts 2011-11-22T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Recognizes 22 Programs for Excellence in Energy and Environmental Education Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2013/programs-honored.html 2013-05-13T00:00:00Z 2013-05-13T00:00:00Z Public comments sought: draft Long Term Contract carve out determination Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/renewables/draft-determination-section-83a-ltk-carve-out.pdf 2013-05-09T00:00:00Z 2013-05-09T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Reaches 2017 Solar Energy Target, Sets New Goal Energy and Environmental Affairs governor http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2013/0501-solar-power-goal-reached.html 2013-05-01T15:46:00Z 2013-05-01T15:46:00Z Second Annual U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools Announced; First Ever District Awardees Named Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.govhttp://www.ed.gov/news/press-releases/second-annual-us-department-education-green-ribbon-schools-announced-first-ever- 2013-04-23T00:00:00Z 2013-04-23T00:00:00Z

Second Annual U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools Announced; First Ever District Awardees Named

 Patrick-Murray Administration Celebrates Earth Day 2013 with Launch of Massachusetts Electric Vehicle Incentive Program for Municipalities Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2013/earth-day-launch-of-mevi-program.html 2013-04-22T00:00:00Z 2013-04-22T00:00:00Z PATRICK-MURRAY ADMINISTRATION LAUNCHES INNOVATIVE COMMUNICATION TOOL FOR GLOBAL WARMING INITIATIVES Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2013/admin-launches-tool-for-global-warming-initiative.html 2013-04-22T00:00:00Z 2013-04-22T00:00:00Z Fuel Prices Posted for Apr 9, 2013 Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/energy-utilities-clean-tech/home-auto-fuel-price-info/ 2013-04-09T00:00:00Z 2013-04-09T00:00:00Z 2011 Annual Compliance Year Report Now Available Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/energy-utilities-clean-tech/renewable-energy/rps-aps/annual-compliance-reports.html 2013-04-09T00:00:00Z 2013-04-09T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Selects 10 Communities to Participate in Massachusetts Solar Incentive Program Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2013/press-release-re-massachusetts-solar-incentive-program.html 2013-04-05T00:00:00Z 2013-04-05T00:00:00Z Patrick - Murray Administration Energy Officials Present Green Communities Award Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2013/green-communities-award.html 2013-04-04T00:00:00Z 2013-04-04T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Energy Officials Present Green Communities Award Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2013/gc-westwood.html 2013-04-01T00:00:00Z 2013-04-01T00:00:00Z Update to Regulatory Changes to 225 CMR 14.00 RPS Class I Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/energy-utilities-clean-tech/renewable-energy/rps-aps/regulatory-proceedings-for-rps-and-aps.html 2013-03-19T00:00:00Z 2013-03-19T00:00:00Z

Update to Regulatory Changes to 225 CMR 14.00 RPS Class I

 Post-400 MW Solar Policy Development Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/energy-utilities-clean-tech/renewable-energy/solar/rps-solar-carve-out/post-400-mw-solar-policy-development.html 2013-03-19T00:00:00Z 2013-03-19T00:00:00Z

Post-400 MW Solar Policy Development

 Patrick-Murray Administration Energy Officials Present Green Communities Awards Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2013/gc-awards-monday.html 2013-03-04T00:00:00Z 2013-03-04T00:00:00Z Wood Pellet Boiler Program Offers Discounts for High-Efficiency Boilers Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2013/discounts-for-high-efficiency-wood-pellet-boilers.html 2013-03-01T00:00:00Z 2013-03-01T00:00:00Z

Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) Commissioner Mark Sylvia and Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) CEO Alicia Barton today announced the launch of a new $475,000 incentive program to help residents install high-efficiency wood pellet boilers in their homes or small businesses.

Residents who participate in the program – which is a partnership between MassCEC and DOER – can receive rebates of up to $15,000 for installing high-efficiency wood pellet boilers.

Base rebates will begin at $7,000, with a cap of $15,000 per applicant available if other program requirements are met. The anticipated average rebate will be between $10,000 and $12,000. New wood pellet boilers typically cost more than $20,000 fully installed.

 Clean Energy Assesments and Strategic Plan for Massachusett's Six Military Bases Announced Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.govhttp://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2013/0117-military-base-energy-audits.html 2013-02-25T00:00:00Z 2013-02-25T00:00:00Z MA DOER Summer Internship Program Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/doer-intern-program.html 2013-02-22T00:00:00Z 2013-02-22T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Awards $400,000 for Anaerobic Digestion Facility at Dartmouth Landfill Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2013/dartmouth-anerobic-digestion.html 2013-02-15T00:00:00Z 2013-02-15T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Announces Historic Nine-State Agreement to Significantly Lower Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Power Plants Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2013/lower-greenhouse-emissions.html 2013-02-07T00:00:00Z 2013-02-07T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Announces Historic Nine-State Agreement to Significantly Lower Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Power Plants Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2013/lower-greenhouse-emissions.html 2013-02-07T00:00:00Z 2013-02-07T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Energy Officials Present Green Communities Award to Rockland Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2013/rockland-gc.html 2013-02-04T00:00:00Z 2013-02-04T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Announces Final Approval of New, Nation-Leading Energy Efficiency Plans Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2013/new-energy-plans.html 2013-02-01T00:00:00Z 2013-02-01T00:00:00Z Commonwealth Woodstove Trade-in-Program Closes Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2013/130125-wood-stove-program-close.html 2013-01-25T00:00:00Z 2013-01-25T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Relaunches Woodstove Exchange Program Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2013/130118-woodstove-funding.html 2013-01-18T00:00:00Z 2013-01-18T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Announces Comprehensive, Nation-Leading Energy Audits for Massachusetts Military Bases Energy and Environmental Affairs governor http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2013/0117-military-base-energy-audits.html 2013-01-17T12:42:00Z 2013-01-17T12:42:00Z Massachusetts 2013 Solar Incentive Program Opens Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2013/massachusetts-2013-solar-incentive-program-opens.html 2013-01-17T00:00:00Z 2013-01-17T00:00:00Z

The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) and the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) today announced the launch of the 2013 Solarize Massachusetts (Solarize Mass®) program. Communities wanting to participate in the grassroots marketing, education and group buying program can now submit applications.

The program designed to increase the adoption of solar energy, further reduce the overall cost of solar power – offers residents and businesses discounted pricing for solar. The more people sign up, the greater the savings for everyone.

 Patrick-Murray Administration Announces Accelerated Energy Program Energy and Environmental Affairs anf http://www.mass.gov/anf/press-releases/fy2013/administration-announces-accelerated-energy-program.html 2013-01-16T00:00:00Z 2013-01-16T00:00:00Z 2012 Reports to the Legislature Available Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/doer-reports-to-the-legislature.html 2013-01-08T00:00:00Z 2013-01-08T00:00:00Z

2012 Energy Reports to the Legislature Available

 First Round of Woodstove Trade-in Program Closes Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2013/first-round-of-woodstove-trade-in-program-closes.html 2013-01-08T00:00:00Z 2013-01-08T00:00:00Z

Due to overwhelming demand, the Commonwealth Woodstove Change-Out Pilot Program – which provides rebates for the replacement of old, inefficient wood-, wood pellet- or coal-burning stoves – is closed and will no longer accept applications for the program’s first funding block of $100,000.

 

The pilot program, which was launched by the Department of Energy Resources (DOER) and the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) on De c. 27, has exhausted its initial round funding after 12 days. Completed applications that have already been submitted electronically by Jan. 7 and paper applications postmarked by Jan. 7, will be honored as part of the initial round of funding.

 Patrick-Murray Administration Celebrates Seven New Green Communities Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/press-release-re-seven-new-green-communities.html 2012-12-13T00:00:00Z 2012-12-13T00:00:00Z Governor Patrick Celebrates Near Completion of Largest Onshore Wind Energy Farm in Massachusetts Energy and Environmental Affairs governor http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2012/20121203-hoosac-wind-power-project-celebrated.html 2012-12-03T13:41:00Z 2012-12-03T13:41:00Z Department of Public Utilities Approves NSTAR Contract for Offshore Wind Power Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/121126-nstar-wind.html 2012-11-26T00:00:00Z 2012-11-26T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Highlights Home Energy Initiative, Additional Incentives Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/121126-home-energy.html 2012-11-26T00:00:00Z 2012-11-26T00:00:00Z 2011 ACP Spending Plan Now Available Energy and Environmental Affairs dpu http://www.mass.gov/eea/energy-utilities-clean-tech/renewable-energy/rps-aps/annual-compliance-reports.html 2012-11-19T00:00:00Z 2012-11-19T00:00:00Z

2011 ACP Spending Plan Now Available

 DOER & MassCEC Partner On Community Clean Energy Grants Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.govhttp://www.masscec.com/index.cfm/cdid/14184/pid/11150 2012-11-15T00:00:00Z 2012-11-15T00:00:00Z

The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) and the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) Green Communities Division today announced a $500,000 pilot program to help local communities identify energy efficiency, renewable energy and other clean energy strategies to meet local energy needs.

 Renewed Commitment to Energy Efficiency to Provide Unprecedented Electricity and Natural Gas Benefits for Consumers, Environment, and the Economy Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/121114-energy-plans.html 2012-11-14T00:00:00Z 2012-11-14T00:00:00Z Massachusetts Clean Energy Incentive Program Contracts 802 Solar Projects Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.govhttp://masscec.com/index.cfm/cdid/14182/pid/11150 2012-11-09T00:00:00Z 2012-11-09T00:00:00Z

Massachusetts Clean Energy Incentive Program Contracts 802 Solar Projects, 5.1 megawatts

 DPU Cuts Proposed New Charges for Bay State Gas Company Customers by $21M; Residential Customer Bills Will Actually Decrease Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/dpu-cuts-proposed-new-charges-for-bay-state-gas-company.html 2012-11-02T00:00:00Z 2012-11-02T00:00:00Z PATRICK-MURRAY ADMINISTRATION PRESENTS 6th ANNUAL LEADING BY EXAMPLE AWARDS Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/121025-awrds.html 2012-10-25T00:00:00Z 2012-10-25T00:00:00Z PATRICK-MURRAY ADMINISTRATION ANNOUNCES 27 GRANTS FOR ENERGY PROJECTS AT MASSACHUSETTS FARMS Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/121023-farm-grants.html 2012-10-23T00:00:00Z 2012-10-23T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Announces Continued Energy Savings in Second Year of Statewide Energy Efficiency Plans Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/121017-energy-plans.html 2012-10-17T00:00:00Z 2012-10-17T00:00:00Z PATRICK-MURRAY ADMINISTRATION ANNOUNCES CLEAN ENERGY GRANTS FOR THREE COMMUNTIY COLLEGES Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/clean-energy-grants-for-three-community-colleges.html 2012-10-09T00:00:00Z 2012-10-09T00:00:00Z PATRICK-MURRAY ADMINISTRATION ANNOUNCES NUMBER ONE RANKING IN ENERGY EFFICIENCY Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/121003-ma-number-one.html 2012-10-03T00:00:00Z 2012-10-03T00:00:00Z PATRICK-MURRAY ADMINISTRATION RECEIVES GRANT TO DEVELOP GROUNDBREAKING EVALUATION TOOL FOR GLOBAL WARMING INITIATIVES Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/120919-evaluation-tool-grant.html 2012-09-19T00:00:00Z 2012-09-19T00:00:00Z PATRICK-MURRAY ADMINISTRATION RECOGNIZES BIG Y FOODS FOR ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL EFFORTS Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/120918-big-y-recognized.html 2012-09-18T00:00:00Z 2012-09-18T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Seeks K-12 School Nominees for Federal Green Ribbon Schools Award Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/120910-green-ribbon-award-applicant-search.html 2012-09-10T00:00:00Z 2012-09-10T00:00:00Z Update to Current Status of the RPS Solar Carve-Out Program Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/energy-utilities-clean-tech/renewable-energy/solar/rps-solar-carve-out/current-status-of-the-rps-solar-carve-out-program.html 2012-08-29T00:00:00Z 2012-08-29T00:00:00Z

Update to Current Status of the RPS Solar Carve-Out Program

 STATE ENERGY OFFICIALS PRESENT GREEN COMMUNITIES AWARDS TO ASHLAND, AUBURN Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/120827-gc-awards.html 2012-08-27T00:00:00Z 2012-08-27T00:00:00Z Woody Biomass RPS Class II Applications Suspended Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/energy-utilities-clean-tech/renewable-energy/biomass/ 2012-08-23T00:00:00Z 2012-08-23T00:00:00Z Energy Loans, Grants Still Available for Tornado Victims Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/120822-tornado-grants.html 2012-08-22T00:00:00Z 2012-08-22T00:00:00Z State Energy Officials Present Green Communities Award to Lakeville Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/120821-lakeville-gc-award.html 2012-08-21T00:00:00Z 2012-08-21T00:00:00Z State Energy Officials Present Green Communities Awards to Tisbury and West Tisbury Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/120817-pr-2-gc-awards.html 2012-08-17T00:00:00Z 2012-08-17T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Announces Enactment of Biomass Regulations Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/120817-pr-biomass.html 2012-08-17T00:00:00Z 2012-08-17T00:00:00Z MassCEC Announces 11% Job Growth in Massachusetts Clean Energy Sector Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/120816-pr-clean-energy-job-growth.html 2012-08-16T00:00:00Z 2012-08-16T00:00:00Z State Energy Officials Present Green Communities Awards to Leominster, Berlin, Townsend Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/120813-pr-3-gc-awards.html 2012-08-13T00:00:00Z 2012-08-13T00:00:00Z State Energy Officials Present Green Communities Awards to Amherst, Conway, Gill, Huntington, Northfield, Pelham and Sunderland Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/120813-pr-7-gc-awards.html 2012-08-13T00:00:00Z 2012-08-13T00:00:00Z State Officials Present Green Communities Awards to Great Barrington and Richmond Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/120808-pr-gc-awards.html 2012-08-08T00:00:00Z 2012-08-08T00:00:00Z Governor Patrick Signs Energy Bill Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.govhttp://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2012/2012803-governor-patrick-signs-energy-bill.html 2012-08-07T00:00:00Z 2012-08-07T00:00:00Z Department of Public Utilities Announces Approval of National Grid’s Smart Grid Pilot Program Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/120803-pr-dpu-approves-smart-grid-pilot.html 2012-08-03T00:00:00Z 2012-08-03T00:00:00Z Massachusetts Launches Regional Renewable Energy Initiative with Other 5 New England States Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/120730-pr-ne-regional-energy-initiative.html 2012-07-30T00:00:00Z 2012-07-30T00:00:00Z Governor Patrick Announces Green Communities Milestone Energy and Environmental Affairs governor http://www.mass.gov/governor/pressoffice/pressreleases/2012/2012724-governor-announces-green-communities.html 2012-07-24T00:00:00Z 2012-07-24T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Announces Federal Grant Award for School, Public Housing Energy Efficiency Projects Statewide Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/patrick-administration-announces-federal-grant.html 2012-07-23T00:00:00Z 2012-07-23T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Presents First Ever Green Communities Competitive Grants to 19 Communities Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/120628-pr-1st-green-comm-grants.html 2012-06-28T00:00:00Z 2012-06-28T00:00:00Z Solar Panels Installed at State Recycling Facility in Springfield Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.govhttp://www.mass.gov/dep/public/press/0512sosp.htm 2012-06-21T00:00:00Z 2012-06-21T00:00:00Z

Solar Panels Installed at State Recycling Facility in Springfield,
 Increasing Use of Renewable Energy, Cutting Greenhouse Gas Emissions

 Patrick-Murray Administration Presents Green Communities Awards to Bridgewater, Quincy, Weston Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/120606-green-awards.html 2012-06-06T00:00:00Z 2012-06-06T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Reports on Annual Performance of Green Communities Act Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/120601-pr-annual-performance.html 2012-06-01T00:00:00Z 2012-06-01T00:00:00Z Average Monthly Household Electric Bill at Six Year Low Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/120517-pr-electricity-prices-6-year-low.html 2012-05-17T00:00:00Z 2012-05-17T00:00:00Z

BOSTON – Thursday, May 17, 2012 – The Department of Public Utilities (DPU) yesterday approved NSTAR’s lowest electric rates since 2004, the latest example of how falling natural gas prices have benefited Massachusetts ratepayers. Driven by lower prices for natural gas used to fuel power plants, electricity prices have dropped significantly from their peak in 2008 and 2009, resulting in total household bills reduced by almost 25 percent. Average bills for residential customers have dropped from about $150 per month to about $112 today. 

 Patrick-Murray Administration Presents Green Communities Award to Beverly Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/120510-pr-beverly-green-award.html 2012-05-10T00:00:00Z 2012-05-10T00:00:00Z

BEVERLY – Thursday, May 10, 2011 -- Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary Richard K. Sullivan Jr. and Department of Energy Resources (DOER) Commissioner Mark Sylvia today presented a $206,475 grant to the city of Beverly, one of the state's newest Green Communities, to fund clean energy projects at city schools

 DOER Hosted RPS Biomass Regulation Webinar Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/energy-utilities-clean-tech/renewable-energy/biomass/renewable-portfolio-standard-biomass-policy.html 2012-05-08T00:00:00Z 2012-05-08T00:00:00Z

RPS biomass webinar

 Patrick-Murray Administration Recognizes 26 Programs for Excellence in Energy and Environmental Education Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/120507-pr-excellence-education.html 2012-05-07T00:00:00Z 2012-05-07T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Awards $2 million 12 Green Communities Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/two-million-12-green-communities.html 2012-05-01T00:00:00Z 2012-05-01T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Announces Public Comment Period for Revisions to Biomass Regulation Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/public-comment-period-for-biomass-regulations-revisions.html 2012-04-27T00:00:00Z 2012-04-27T00:00:00Z Proposed Final RPS Biomass Regulation Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/energy-utilities-clean-tech/renewable-energy/biomass/renewable-portfolio-standard-biomass-policy.html 2012-04-25T00:00:00Z 2012-04-25T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Unveils New Electric Vehicle License Plates Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/120424-pr-ev-plates.html 2012-04-24T00:00:00Z 2012-04-24T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Announces Solar Program Benefiting 17 Massachusetts Communities Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/120412-pr-solar-program.html 2012-04-12T00:00:00Z 2012-04-12T00:00:00Z Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities Announces Approval of NSTAR-NU Merger Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/ma-dpu-announces-approval-of-nstar-nu-merger.html 2012-04-05T00:00:00Z 2012-04-05T00:00:00Z Electric Customer Migration Data Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/electric-customer-migration-data.html 2012-02-23T00:00:00Z 2012-02-23T00:00:00Z Monthly tables illustrating the migration of electric power customers in Massachusetts from incumbent generation sources to competitive generation sources since March 1, 1998. State Energy Officials Host Springfield, Chicopee Events about Building Loans and Grants Available to Tornado Victims Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/120221-adv-tornado-grants-events.html 2012-02-21T00:00:00Z 2012-02-21T00:00:00Z

(Media Advisory) On Thursday, February 23 in Springfield, representatives of the ReBuild Western Massachusetts Program will host an informational session to answer questions about the program, which has grants and zero interest loans to help communities affected by the June 1 tornadoes rebuild with energy efficiency and renewable energy. Additionally, staff will be present at numerous events in the Greater Springfield area in the upcoming month. Improvements made through ReBuild Western Mass can help residents and business owners save money on monthly energy expenses, increase thermal comfort in their building, and improve their property value.

 Department of Energy Resources Announces Settlement Agreement, Aligning NSTAR-NU Merger with Patrick-Murray Administration’s Clean Energy Goals Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/120215-pr-nstar-nu-merger.html 2012-02-15T00:00:00Z 2012-02-15T00:00:00Z

(Press Release) BOSTON – Wednesday, February 15, 2012 – The Department of Energy Resources (DOER) and NSTAR today filed with the Department of Public Utilities (DPU) a proposed settlement agreement that stipulates a series of provisions to freeze rates, provide an immediate credit to customers, increase financial transparency and purchase more clean energy as conditions of NSTAR’s proposed merger with Connecticut-based Northeast Utilities (NU).

 State Energy and Environment Officials Host Federal Officials for Public Meetings on the Offshore Wind Development Process Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2012/120210-adv-offshore-wind-public-mtgs.html 2012-02-10T00:00:00Z 2012-02-10T00:00:00Z

(Media Advisory) During the week of February 13, 2012, officials from the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) will participate in multiple U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) public meetings, with locations in Martha’s Vineyard, New Bedford and Boston. The purpose of the meetings is to provide information and take public comment on BOEM’s issuance of a Call for Information and Nominations and Notice of Intent to prepare an Environmental Assessment for the potential development of offshore wind energy projects in an area of federal waters on the Outer Continental Shelf south of Massachusetts

 Public Meetings: Potential Health Effects of Wind Turbines Study Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.govhttp://www.mass.gov/dep/public/press/0112wpch.htm 2012-02-09T00:00:00Z 2012-02-09T00:00:00Z

Three public meetings to be held regarding the independent wind panel report (the report itself can be accessed from the meeting announcement page).
 

 RPS & APS 2010 Annual Report Available Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.govhttp://www.mass.gov/eea/energy-utilities-clean-tech/renewable-energy/rps-aps/annual-compliance-reports.html 2012-01-19T00:00:00Z 2012-01-19T00:00:00Z ACP Guideline for Solar Carve-out Released Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/rps-aps/forward-solar-acp-rate-guideline.pdf 2011-12-28T00:00:00Z 2011-12-28T00:00:00Z Public Comments Sought on RGGI Allowances Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/rggi/unsold-allowances-memo.pdf 2011-12-22T00:00:00Z 2011-12-22T00:00:00Z 12 New Green Communities Bring Total to 86 Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2011/press-release-re-12-new-green-communities.html 2011-12-22T00:00:00Z 2011-12-22T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Presents Green Communities Awards to Buckland, Deerfield, Granby, Middlefield, Shutesbury Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2011/111214-pr-gc-awards-5-towns.html 2011-12-15T00:00:00Z 2011-12-15T00:00:00Z

(Press Release) DEERFIELD – Thursday, December 15, 2011 -- Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Secretary Richard K. Sullivan Jr. today presented five of the state's newest Green Communities - Buckland, Deerfield, Granby, Middlefield, Shutesbury - with awards to finance clean energy projects. Municipal officials plan to use the awards, totaling $701,525, for solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, high-efficiency street lights, building weatherization, energy audits, and other projects.

 Massachusetts Awarded $566,354 to Advance Solar Energy Adoption in Five Communities Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2011/111209-pr-solar-energy-adoption-award.html 2011-12-09T00:00:00Z 2011-12-09T00:00:00Z

(Press Release) BOSTON – Friday, December 9, 2011 – Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Secretary Richard K. Sullivan Jr. today announced  a US Department of Energy (DOE) grant of $566,354 that will help five cities and towns - Boston, Cambridge, Harvard, Hatfield and Winchester - improve finance options and permitting processes for solar energy projects.

 Patrick-Murray Administration Presents Green Communities Award to Truro Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2011/111207-pr-gc-award-truro.html 2011-12-07T00:00:00Z 2011-12-07T00:00:00Z

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TRURO – Wednesday, December 7, 2011 – During a ceremony today in Truro, Department of Energy Resources (DOER) Mark Sylvia presented one of the state's newest Green Communities – Truro – with an award to finance clean energy projects. Municipal officials plan to use the award of $141,200, to fund several energy conservation measures including the installation of anti-idling devices on police cruisers, energy audits, and efficiency measures at several municipal buildings including new boiler systems and new roof insulation.

 TOMORROW: Energy Officials to Hold Office Hours in Springfield about the ReBuild Western Massachusetts Program Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2011/rebuild-western-ma-springfield-office-hours.html 2011-12-05T00:00:00Z 2011-12-05T00:00:00Z Stimulus-Funded Energy Efficiency Lighting Program Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2011/111130-pr-ee-lighting-program.html 2011-11-30T00:00:00Z 2011-11-30T00:00:00Z Revere, Topsfield, Somerville Earn Green Communities Grants Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.govhttp://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2011/111128-pr-3-new-gc-grants.html 2011-11-29T00:00:00Z 2011-11-29T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Announces over 100 Massachusetts Municipalities have Adopted Nation-Leading Energy Efficient Building Code Requirements Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-2011/communities-adopted-ee-building-code-requirements.html 2011-11-15T00:00:00Z 2011-11-15T00:00:00Z DOER Files Joint Comments Addressing Interconnection Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.govhttp://sites.google.com/site/massdgic/ 2011-11-04T00:00:00Z 2011-11-04T00:00:00Z $8 Million ReBuild Western Mass. Program Details Announced Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/8-million-rebuild-western-mass.html 2011-09-26T00:00:00Z 2011-09-26T00:00:00Z Press Release) BOSTON – Monday, September 26, 2011 – The Patrick-Murray Administration today announced the program details of more than $8 million to help building owners affected by the June 1 tornadoes rebuild using energy efficiency practices and renewable energy technologies. Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Secretary Richard K. Sullivan Jr. made the announcement as part of the Patrick-Murray Administration’s commitment to help communities rebuild and recover from tornado damage. Secretary Sullivan Appoints New Energy Undersecretary Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/new-energy-undersecretary.html 2011-09-14T00:00:00Z 2011-09-14T00:00:00Z Eight Communities Receive Federal Financing for Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency Projects Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/financing-for-energy-projects.html 2011-08-25T00:00:00Z 2011-08-25T00:00:00Z DOER Files Interconnection Report with DPU, Recommends Improvements Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/doer-files-interconnection-report.html 2011-08-18T00:00:00Z 2011-08-18T00:00:00Z DOER filed a report with the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities outlining recommendations for utilities to improve the process of connecting new renewable energy generation installations to the electric grid. In its filing, DOER attached the Massachusetts Distributed Generation Interconnection Report pdf format of dg-inter.pdf file size 2MB which surveyed customers seeking interconnection in the state, researched policies in other states, interviewed utilities, and made specific recommendations about improving interconnection processes and policies. The status of progress on these issues and scheduling for distributed generation (DG) workshops is available at the Massachusetts DG and Interconnection Website. State Agriculture and Energy Officials Tour Green Energy Farms to Promote Renewable Energy Projects Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/tour-green-energy-farms.html 2011-08-18T00:00:00Z 2011-08-18T00:00:00Z Massachusetts Energy Efficient Appliance Rebate Program Converts to Waitlist This Weekend Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/appliance-rebate-program-converts-to-waitlist.html 2011-08-12T00:00:00Z 2011-08-12T00:00:00Z MA Heating Oil Price Survey for August 9, 2011 Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/ma-heating-oil-price-survey.html 2011-08-09T00:00:00Z 2011-08-09T00:00:00Z Tornado Damaged Communities Offered $8 Million to ReBuild with Energy Efficiency Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/8-million-to-rebuild-with-energy-efficiency.html 2011-08-04T00:00:00Z 2011-08-04T00:00:00Z DPU Cuts New Charges for Unitil Customers Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/dpu-cuts-new-charges-for-unitil-customers.html 2011-08-02T00:00:00Z 2011-08-02T00:00:00Z Massachusetts Energy Efficient Appliance Rebate Program Launches Thursday Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/energy-efficient-appliance-rebate-program-launches.html 2011-07-27T00:00:00Z 2011-07-27T00:00:00Z Electric Vehicle Charging Stations to be Installed Statewide Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/clean-cities/elec-charge-stations.pdf 2011-07-22T00:00:00Z 2011-07-22T00:00:00Z Twenty-one new "Green Communities" Announced Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/twenty-one-new-green-communities-announced.html 2011-07-19T00:00:00Z 2011-07-19T00:00:00Z Reminder: Massachusetts Energy Efficient Appliance Rebate Program Launches July 28 Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/reminder-ma-appliance-rebates-start-728.html 2011-07-15T00:00:00Z 2011-07-15T00:00:00Z Recent Electricity Market Reforms in Massachusetts: A Report of Benefits and Costs Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/publications/electricity-report-jul12-2011.pdf 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z 2011-07-12T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Announces Significant Energy Savings for First Year of Statewide Energy Efficiency Plans Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/energy-savings-for-1s-yr-energy-efficiency-plans.html 2011-07-07T00:00:00Z 2011-07-07T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Presents Green Communities Awards to Easton and Scituate Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/green-communities-awards-to-easton-and-scituate.html 2011-06-30T00:00:00Z 2011-06-30T00:00:00Z Statewide Solar Power Installations Surpass 50 Megawatts; Growth on Track to Exceed 90 Megawatts by Year's End Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/ma-solar-surpasses-50-mw.html 2011-06-21T00:00:00Z 2011-06-21T00:00:00Z Energy Efficient Appliance Rebate Program to Hold $100K for Tornado-Impacted Households Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/ee-rebates-for-tornado-impacted-households.html 2011-06-21T00:00:00Z 2011-06-21T00:00:00Z Energy Officials Conduct Solar Energy Tour on Summer Solstice Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/solar-energy-tour-on-summer-solstice.html 2011-06-17T00:00:00Z 2011-06-17T00:00:00Z Wind Energy Siting and Funding Webinar for Municipal Officials on June 23 Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/wind-energy-seminar-june-23.html 2011-06-16T00:00:00Z 2011-06-16T00:00:00Z Joint Committee Comments on RPS Biomass Draft Regulation Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/renewables/biomass/committee-biomass-rpt-jun10-2011.pdf 2011-06-15T00:00:00Z 2011-06-15T00:00:00Z Green Communities Awards Go to Harvard, Marlborough, Medway and Wayland Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/gc-awards-to-harvard-marlborough-medway-wayland.html 2011-06-09T00:00:00Z 2011-06-09T00:00:00Z Energy Efficient Appliance Rebate Program to Launch July 28 Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/appliance-rebate-program-to-launch-july-28.html 2011-06-07T00:00:00Z 2011-06-07T00:00:00Z Gloucester, Newburyport and Swampscott Presented with Green Communities Awards Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/gc-awards-gloucester-newburyport-swampscott.html 2011-06-01T00:00:00Z 2011-06-01T00:00:00Z GLOUCESTER -- Wednesday, June 1, 2011 -- During a ceremony today in Gloucester, Patrick-Murray Administration officials presented three of the state's newest Green Communities -- Gloucester, Newburyport and Swampscott -- with awards to finance clean energy projects. Municipal officials plan to use awards, totaling $497,000, for heating and ventilation improvements, building envelope upgrades, and energy efficient lighting. Green Communities Awards Presented to Dedham, Milton, Watertown, Winchester Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/gc-awards-to-four-towns.html 2011-05-24T00:00:00Z 2011-05-24T00:00:00Z WATERTOWN - May 24, 2011 - During a ceremony today in Watertown, Patrick-Murray Administration officials presented four of the state's newest Green Communities - Dedham, Milton, Watertown and Winchester - with awards to finance clean energy projects. Municipal officials plan to use awards totaling $681,200 for energy efficient boiler replacements, heating system upgrades, solar array installations, and other projects. EEA 'Stretch' Code Extends State's Energy Efficiency (Banker & Tradesman) Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/green-communities/giudice-banker-tradesman.pdf 2011-05-17T00:00:00Z 2011-05-17T00:00:00Z DOER Sponsors Workshop for Building Professionals Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/smart-building-workshop-flyer.pdf 2011-05-12T00:00:00Z 2011-05-12T00:00:00Z A workshop for building professionals -- Smart Building: High Performance Homes. The Smarter Building Workshop describes smart building techniques from the ground up, from foundation to roof, using case studies, exercises, and discussion to show you proven methods that have enabled builders and designers to build cost effective high performance homes. Patrick-Murray Administration Lauds Success of Nation-leading Residential Energy Efficiency Loan Program Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/success-of-residential-ee-loan-program.html 2011-05-12T00:00:00Z 2011-05-12T00:00:00Z Noting the importance of making energy efficiency upgrades affordable as the Commonwealth advances toward the Patrick-Murray Administration's nation-leading energy efficiency targets, Department of Energy Resources (DOER) Commissioner Mark Sylvia today marked the success of an interest-free loan program designed to help residential customers make energy efficiency improvements. Patrick-Murray Administration Files Proposed Biomass Energy Regulations Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/proposed-biomass-energy-regulations.html 2011-05-03T00:00:00Z 2011-05-03T00:00:00Z The Patrick-Murray Administration today unveiled proposed regulations that would require large, wood-burning electricity generators to meet strict greenhouse gas emissions standards for clean energy financing, while paving the way for smaller, more efficient biomass plants to earn renewable energy credits. Filed with the Legislature for review today, the proposed regulations would ensure that only the most energy efficient wood-burning electricity generating plants will benefit from state-sanctioned clean energy financing. Patrick-Murray Administration Announces Federally-Funded "Smart Building Training Program Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/federally-funded-smart-building-training-program.html 2011-04-22T00:00:00Z 2011-04-22T00:00:00Z The Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) announced a new federally-funded program, "Smart Building: High Performance Homes," which will train Massachusetts builders to use thermal imaging-enhanced building assessments to boost the energy efficiency of Massachusetts homes. Changes Proposed to Area Under Consideration for Offshore Wind Energy Development Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/changes-proposed-to-area-under-consideration.html 2011-04-19T00:00:00Z 2011-04-19T00:00:00Z Green Communities Grant Awarded to the City of Boston Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-pre-p2/pr-2011/green-communities-award.html 2011-04-08T00:00:00Z 2011-04-08T00:00:00Z 78 Stimulus-Funded Clean Energy Projects Celebrated in SE Mass. Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/78-stimulus-funded-clean-energy-projects.html 2011-03-24T00:00:00Z 2011-03-24T00:00:00Z $3.6 Million Awarded to 18 New "Green Communities" Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/36-million-awarded-to-18-new-green-communities.html 2011-03-21T00:00:00Z 2011-03-21T00:00:00Z DOER Launches Home Efficiency Pilot Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-pre-p2/pr-2011/home-efficiency-project.html 2011-03-18T00:00:00Z 2011-03-18T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Celebrates 98 Stimulus-Funded Clean Energy Projects in Greater Boston and Northeastern Massachusetts Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/98-stimulus-funded-clean-energy-projects.html 2011-03-07T00:00:00Z 2011-03-07T00:00:00Z Marking the two-year anniversary of the federal Recovery Act, Lowell event highlights energy efficiency and renewable energy projects in nearly four dozen cities and towns. Patrick-Murray Administration Marks Recovery Act Anniversary with Celebration of Nearly 100 Recovery-Funded Clean Energy Projects in Northeastern Massachusetts Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/patrick-murray-administration-marks-recovery.html 2011-03-04T00:00:00Z 2011-03-04T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Celebrates 45 Stimulus-Funded Clean Energy Projects in Central Massachusetts Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/45-stimulus-funded-clean-energy-projects.html 2011-02-28T00:00:00Z 2011-02-28T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Celebrates Over 70 Stimulus-Funded Clean Energy Projects in Western Massachusetts Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/70-stimulus-funded-clean-energy-projects.html 2011-02-24T00:00:00Z 2011-02-24T00:00:00Z Marking the two-year anniversary of the federal Recovery Act, Northampton event highlights energy efficiency and renewable energy projects in nearly 50 cities and towns. 2009 Annual RPS & APS Compliance Report - revised Feb 3, 2011 Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/rps/rps-and-aps-2009-annual-compliance-report-doer-20311.pdf 2011-02-03T00:00:00Z 2011-02-03T00:00:00Z The newly released RPS & APS Annual Compliance Report for 2009 details how the state's 28 retail electric suppliers met their 2009 obligation to provide a growing percentage of their electricity from new renewable energy sources. DOER Announces ACP Rates for 2011 Compliance Year Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/energy-utilities-clean-tech/renewable-energy/rps-aps/retail-electric-supplier-compliance/alternative-compliance-payment-rates.html 2011-02-01T00:00:00Z 2011-02-01T00:00:00Z Solar Carve-out ACP Rate Reduced for 2011 Compliance Year Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/rps-aps/solar-acp-rate-reduction-jan31-2011.pdf 2011-01-31T00:00:00Z 2011-01-31T00:00:00Z DOER is authorized under 225 CMR 14.08(3)(b)2 to reduce the Alternative Compliance Payment (ACP) rate pertaining to the Solar Carve-Out portion of the RPS Class I obligation. Any such rate reduction may be no more than 10% in any one Compliance Year, must be announced by January 31st of that year, and must be accompanied by an explanation. DOER hereby reduces the Solar Carve-Out ACP Rate to $550 per MWh, down by 8.3% from the program’s 2010 initial rate of $600/MWh. The new $550/MWh rate is effective for Compliance Year 2011 and thereafter, unless and until DOER makes a further reduction by January 31st of any subsequent year. Application Deadline for 2011 Awards for Excellence in Energy and Environmental Education Set for March 28 Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/application-deadline-for-2011-awards-for.html 2011-01-13T00:00:00Z 2011-01-13T00:00:00Z This spring, Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Richard K. Sullivan Jr. will honor Massachusetts teachers and students who are involved in school-based programs that promote environment and energy education. The application deadline for the 17th Annual Secretary's Awards for Excellence in Energy and Environmental Education is Monday, March 28, 2011. Patrick-Murray Administration Announces A Clean Energy and Climate Plan to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions 25 percent by 2020 Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/patrick-murray-administration-announces-a.html 2010-12-29T00:00:00Z 2010-12-29T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Announces Members of New Energy and Environmental Affairs Leadership Team Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/press-release-re-new-eea-leadership-team.html 2010-12-28T00:00:00Z 2010-12-28T00:00:00Z Solar Carve-out Regulation Finalized Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov# 2010-12-20T00:00:00Z 2010-12-20T00:00:00Z Secretary Bowles Restructuring Roundtable speech Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/eea/restructuring-roundtable-2010.pdf 2010-12-17T00:00:00Z 2010-12-17T00:00:00Z Public Officials' Quotes on New Green Communities Designations Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/public-officials-quotes-on-new-green.html 2010-12-16T00:00:00Z 2010-12-16T00:00:00Z BOSTON - December 16, 2010 - The following public officials provided comments on the Department of Energy Resources' designation of 18 new Green Communities today. Patrick-Murray Administration Designates 18 New "Green Communities" Across the Commonwealth Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/patrick-murray-administration-designates-18.html 2010-12-16T00:00:00Z 2010-12-16T00:00:00Z BOSTON - December 16, 2010 - The Patrick-Murray Administration today named 18 cities and towns from Boston to the Berkshires as "Green Communities," making these communities eligible for over $3.6 million in grants for local renewable power and energy efficiency projects that will advance both municipal and state clean energy goals. DOER Releases White Paper on Energy Labeling for Commercial Buildings Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/doer-releases-white-paper-on-energy-labeling.html 2010-12-14T00:00:00Z 2010-12-14T00:00:00Z Department of Public Utilities Approves Contract for Offshore Wind Power Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/cape-wind.html 2010-11-22T00:00:00Z 2010-11-22T00:00:00Z DPU Cuts Proposed New Charges for National Grid Natural Gas Customers by Nearly Half Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/dpu-cuts-proposed-new-charges-for-national.html 2010-11-04T00:00:00Z 2010-11-04T00:00:00Z BOSTON - The Department of Public Utilities (DPU) issued an order late yesterday substantially reducing rate increases proposed by Boston Gas Company, Essex Gas Company and Colonial Gas Company - together doing business as National Grid. The DPU's action reduced the Boston and Essex Gas Companies' revenue request by $36.4 million (46 percent), and Colonial Gas Company's by $9.6 million (36 percent). All told, the DPU's order, which culminated a more than six-month proceeding, denied the three Grid companies nearly half of the additional revenue sought in April 2010 rate filings. Environment Officials Present Green Communities Awards to Andover, Chelmsford, Hamilton, Lowell, Tyngsborough and Wenham Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/environment-officials-present-green.html 2010-10-25T00:00:00Z 2010-10-25T00:00:00Z LOWELL - October 25, 2010 - In keeping with the Patrick-Murray Administration's commitment to clean energy, Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Secretary Ian Bowles today congratulated officials from Andover, Chelmsford, Hamilton, Lowell, Tyngsborough and Wenham for clean energy efforts that qualified them to receive hundreds of thousands of dollars in state Green Communities grants to finance projects that cut energy use. Patrick-Murray Administration Takes Part in "Harvest Your Energy Festival" in Medford Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/patrick-murray-administration-takes-part-in.html 2010-10-25T00:00:00Z 2010-10-25T00:00:00Z MEDFORD - October 23, 2010 - Tips on saving money and reducing greenhouse gas emissions through energy efficiency and renewable energy; an all-electric car and a hybrid bicycle; a visit by Red Sox mascot Wally the Green Monster; and the presentation of Green Communities grants to municipal officials from Arlington, Cambridge, Lexington, Medford, Melrose, Newton and Salem highlighted today's "Harvest Your Energy Festival" co-sponsored by the Department of Energy Resources (DOER). Patrick-Murray Administration Presents Leading by Example Awards Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/awards.html 2010-10-19T00:00:00Z 2010-10-19T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Announces Nearly 4 MW of Stimulus-Funded Solar Power at 23 State Facilities Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/solar-power.html 2010-10-19T00:00:00Z 2010-10-19T00:00:00Z 2010 Leading By Example Awards Ceremony Announced for 10/19 Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/eea/lbe/advisory-lbe-awards-10-101.doc 2010-10-18T00:00:00Z 2010-10-18T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Presents Green Community Grants to Acton, Hopkinton, Lancaster, Lincoln, Natick, Sudbury and Worcester Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/patrick-murray-administration-presents-green-1.html 2010-10-16T00:00:00Z 2010-10-16T00:00:00Z Electric Vehicle Charging Station Applications Now Available Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/energy-utilities-clean-tech/alternative-transportation/ 2010-10-15T00:00:00Z 2010-10-15T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Presents Green Communities Awards to Hanover, Mashpee, and Kingston Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/patrick-murray-administration-presents-green-3.html 2010-10-15T00:00:00Z 2010-10-15T00:00:00Z KINGSTON - October 14, 2010 - In keeping with the Patrick-Murray Administration's commitment to clean energy, Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Secretary Ian Bowles today congratulated officials from Hanover, Mashpee and Kingston for clean energy efforts that qualified them to receive hundreds of thousands of dollars in state Green Communities grants to finance projects that cut energy use. Patrick-Murray Administration Announces Funding for Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/patrick-murray-administration-announces.html 2010-10-07T00:00:00Z 2010-10-07T00:00:00Z LOWELL - October 6, 2010 - Consistent with the Patrick-Murray administration's nation-leading commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Secretary Ian Bowles today announced that EEA's Department of Energy Resources (DOER) will take applications for the next 60 days from cities and towns interested in installing electric vehicle charging stations within their communities. Patrick-Murray Administration Presents Green Communities Awards to Belchertown, Easthampton, Holyoke, Lenox, Northampton, Pittsfield and Springfield Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/patrick-murray-administration-presents-green-2.html 2010-10-05T00:00:00Z 2010-10-05T00:00:00Z SPRINGFIELD - October 5, 2010 - In keeping with the Patrick-Murray Administration's commitment to clean energy, Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Secretary Ian Bowles today congratulated officials from Belchertown, Easthampton, Holyoke, Lenox, Northampton, Pittsfield and Springfield for clean energy efforts that qualified them to receive hundreds of thousands of dollars in state Green Communities grants to finance projects that cut energy use. Patrick-Murray Administration Presents Green Communities Awards to Greenfield, Athol, Palmer and Montague Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/patrick-murray-administration-presents-green-4.html 2010-09-28T00:00:00Z 2010-09-28T00:00:00Z GREENFIELD - September 28, 2010 - In keeping with the Patrick-Murray Administration's commitment to clean energy, Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Secretary Ian Bowles today congratulated officials from Greenfield, Athol, Palmer and Montague for efforts that qualified them to receive hundreds of thousands of dollars in state Green Communities grants to finance projects that cut energy use. Mass. Receives $2.6M Federal Grant for Innovative Energy Efficiency Pilot in Springfield Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-pre-p2/pr-2010/patrick-murray-administration-receives-26.html 2010-09-17T00:00:00Z 2010-09-17T00:00:00Z RPS - Biomass Draft Proposed Regulations Released Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/energy-utilities-clean-tech/renewable-energy/biomass/renewable-portfolio-standard-biomass-policy.html 2010-09-17T00:00:00Z 2010-09-17T00:00:00Z Two Upcoming Workshops on Alternative Transportation Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/energy-utilities-clean-tech/alternative-transportation/clean-cities-coalition.html 2010-09-14T00:00:00Z 2010-09-14T00:00:00Z New RGGI Auction Results Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/air-water-climate-change/climate-change/regional-greenhouse-gas-initiative-auction-proceed.html 2010-09-10T00:00:00Z 2010-09-10T00:00:00Z DOER Accepting Public Comments on RPS SREC Cap through 9-24-10 Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov# 2010-08-26T00:00:00Z 2010-08-26T00:00:00Z DOER Releases 2008 RPS Annual Compliance Report Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/rps/rps-2008annual-rpt.pdf 2010-07-29T00:00:00Z 2010-07-29T00:00:00Z DOE Recognizes Mass. for Advanced Building Energy Codes Leadership Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.govhttp://www.energycodes.gov/events/energycodes/jajohnson/jajohnson_winner_10.stm 2010-07-23T00:00:00Z 2010-07-23T00:00:00Z $8.1 Million Granted to 35 Green Communities Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/81-million-granted-to-35-green-communities.html 2010-07-14T00:00:00Z 2010-07-14T00:00:00Z Letter from Secretary Bowles on Biomass Sustainability and Carbon Regulations Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/eea/biomass/070710-biomass-sustainablity-carbon-regs-letter.pdf 2010-07-08T00:00:00Z 2010-07-08T00:00:00Z Advanced Biofuels Mandate Requirements Suspended Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/renewables/biofuels-mandate-announcement-jun302010.pdf 2010-07-07T00:00:00Z 2010-07-07T00:00:00Z Governor's Challenge Participants Reduce CO2 Emissions by 9.24% Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.govhttp://www.governorscleanenergychallenge.com/news-events/news/ 2010-06-29T00:00:00Z 2010-06-29T00:00:00Z 46 Solar Energy Projects Receive Stimulus Rebates Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/46-solar-energy-projects-receive-stimulus-rebates.html 2010-06-29T00:00:00Z 2010-06-29T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Releases Biomass Sustainability Study Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-pre-p2/pr-2010/biomass-sustainability-and-carbon-policy-study.html 2010-06-10T00:00:00Z 2010-06-10T00:00:00Z Revision to RPS Class 1 Regulations Pertaining to Solar Carve-Out Filed Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov# 2010-06-09T00:00:00Z 2010-06-09T00:00:00Z TransCanada and Commonwealth Sign Partial Settlement Agreement on SREC Program Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/renewables/solar/settlement-agreement.pdf 2010-06-02T00:00:00Z 2010-06-02T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Announces Over Three Dozen Cities and Towns have Adopted Energy Efficient Building Code Requirements Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/patrick-murray-administration-announces-over.html 2010-05-17T00:00:00Z 2010-05-17T00:00:00Z BOSTON - Friday, May 14, 2010 - Furthering the Commonwealth's commitment to lead the nation in clean energy standards, the Patrick-Murray Administration today announced that 40 cities and towns across the state have adopted new energy efficiency standards for residential and commercial construction in their communities. Adoption of the so-called "Stretch Code" satisfies one of five criteria cities and towns must meet to be designated as "Green Communities" under a Department of Energy Resources (DOER) program that will distribute approximately $7 million in renewable energy and energy conservation grants to eligible communities in its first grant round this summer. Slides accompanying Secretary Bowles remarks on power purchase agreement between Cape Wind and National Grid Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/100507-doer-anly-slides.pdf 2010-05-07T00:00:00Z 2010-05-07T00:00:00Z Public Hearing on Final Regulation for Long-Term Contracts for Renewable Energy Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/public-hearing-on-final-regulation-for.html 2010-04-26T00:00:00Z 2010-04-26T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Announces Second Round of Energy Efficient Appliance Rebate Program Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/second-round.html 2010-04-23T00:00:00Z 2010-04-23T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Selects Massachusetts Firm to Track, Rein in State Government Energy Usage Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/patrick-murray-administration-selects.html 2010-04-09T00:00:00Z 2010-04-09T00:00:00Z Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative Auction Proceeds Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/rggi-auction-proceeds.html 2010-03-22T00:00:00Z 2010-03-22T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Announces April 22 Launch of Home Appliance Rebate Program Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/patrick-murray-administration-announces-april.html 2010-03-05T00:00:00Z 2010-03-05T00:00:00Z BOSTON - March 5, 2010 - As part of the Patrick-Murray Administration's Massachusetts Recovery Plan to secure the state's economic future, Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) Secretary Ian Bowles today announced that a federal stimulus-funded energy efficient appliance rebate program will launch in the Commonwealth next month. The "Mass Save Great Appliance Exchange" will begin on April 22, marking the 40th anniversary of Earth Day. DOER EECBG Awards for MA Municipalities Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/green-communities/grant-program/eecbg-awards.xls 2010-02-17T00:00:00Z 2010-02-17T00:00:00Z Commissioner briefs Senate on "Recovery Act Funding & Success Stories" Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/naseo-giudice-briefing-feb-3-2020.pdf 2010-02-09T00:00:00Z 2010-02-09T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Announces Final Approval of Nation-Leading Energy Efficiency Plans Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/patrick-murray-administration-announces-final.html 2010-01-29T00:00:00Z 2010-01-29T00:00:00Z Efficiency program ramp-up under Green Communities Act is estimated to save electric and natural gas customers over $6 billion over three years. Municipal Utility Report Released Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/publications/doer-municipal-utility-rpt.pdf 2010-01-28T00:00:00Z 2010-01-28T00:00:00Z DOER, with the assistance of La Capra Associates, has assembled information that provides background information and some pertinent basic analyses on the issues associated with formation of municipal utilities for use by the legislature, regulators such as the Department of Public Utilities, and other interested parties as electric service municipalization policies are considered. DOER Coordinates Solicitation for Long-Term Renewable Energy Contracts by Electric Utilities Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-pre-p2/pr-2010/department-of-energy-resources-coordinates.html 2010-01-27T00:00:00Z 2010-01-27T00:00:00Z A Green Communities Act provision, long-term contracting will bolster the economics of Massachusetts-based clean energy projects. Developer Named for Wind Turbine at MassDOT's Blandford Service Area Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/developer-named-for-wind-turbine-at-massdots.html 2010-01-07T00:00:00Z 2010-01-07T00:00:00Z Solaya Renewable Energy of Woburn will install 1.5 megawatt turbine to help "green" the state's transportation system and promote the Massachusetts clean energy economy. Applicability of Biomass Energy Status Change Clarified in Q&A Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/renewables/biomass/biomass-suspend-clarify-2009dec22.pdf 2009-12-23T00:00:00Z 2009-12-23T00:00:00Z Patrick-Murray Administration Seeks $60 Million in Federal Recovery Funding for Whole-Neighborhood Energy Efficiency Projects Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/patrick-murray-administration-seeks-60.html 2009-12-15T00:00:00Z 2009-12-15T00:00:00Z As co-applicant for Stimulus grant, City of Boston would use funds for Renew Boston Blue Hill Avenue corridor program that incorporates large-scale energy efficiency, rental housing and green workforce development components. Patrick Administration Plans Second Workshop to Encourage Solar and Wind Power on Closed Landfills Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/patrick-administration-plans-second-workshop.html 2009-12-11T00:00:00Z 2009-12-11T00:00:00Z Following sold-out attendance at initial workshop in June, January session will help more municipalities explore issues relating to "recycling" old landfills as renewable energy sites. Public Meeting Announced on Biomass Sustainability and Carbon Policy (12/17, Holyoke) Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/renewables/biomass/pub-mtg-dec-09.doc 2009-12-08T00:00:00Z 2009-12-08T00:00:00Z Commissioner Giudice Testifies before the Federal Communication Commission Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/pub-info/giudice-fcc-testimony-11302009.pdf 2009-12-01T00:00:00Z 2009-12-01T00:00:00Z Biomass Boiler Emissions and Safety Regulations Report Released Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/energy-utilities-clean-tech/renewable-energy/biomass/ 2009-10-13T00:00:00Z 2009-10-13T00:00:00Z DOER contracted with the Coalition of Northeast Governors (CONEG) Policy Research Center, Inc. to develop a concise, objective analysis on whether the northeast states' air emissions regulations and safety certifications for residential and institutional-scale biomass boilers and furnaces pose a barrier to creation of a viable northeastmarket for domestic and non-U.S. biomass heaters and boilers. Alternative Energy Portfolio Standards Application Available Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/alternative-energy-portfolio-standards.html 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z DOER issued the application forms for the Alternative Energy Portfolio Standard (APS) on October 5, 2009. EECBG PONs and Applications Released Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/eecbg-pons-and-applications-released.html 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z 2009-10-06T00:00:00Z Funding for cities and towns to reduce fossil fuel emissions in a sustainable manner, reduce total energy use and improve energy efficiency in public buildings. Massachusetts Solar Stimulus (MaSS) Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/massachusetts-solar-stimulus-mass.html 2009-09-16T00:00:00Z 2009-09-16T00:00:00Z As part of Governor Patrick's Massachusetts Recovery Plan to create jobs and secure the state's economic future, the Commonwealth seeks to invest in solar photovoltaic energy generation (PV) on public facilities throughout the state, leveraging funds made available under the American Reconstruction and Recovery Act of 2009 to the greatest extent possible. RGGI Auction Proceeds for Massachusetts Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/rggi-auction-proceeds-for-massachusetts.html 2009-09-15T00:00:00Z 2009-09-15T00:00:00Z Massachusetts is one of the lead states participating in the first-in-the-nation Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) auction program designed to cap and reduce greenhouse gas emissions from power plants. The proceeds from these auctions, as directed by the Green Communities Act, are fueling the creation of a greener energy future for our state. MA Chapter of the Energy Services Coalition: Meeting Sept 23 Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/rebuild-massachusetts/ma-esc-mtg.pdf 2009-09-09T00:00:00Z 2009-09-09T00:00:00Z The Energy Services Coalition is a national non-profit organization composed of a network of experts from a wide range of organizations working together at the state and local level to increase energy efficiency and building upgrades through energy savings performance contracting.The Massachusetts Energy Services Coalition Chapter is dedicated to providing an outreach program that provides information and education on performance contracting. Planning Assistance Announced for 103 Cities & Towns Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-pre-p2/pr-2009/patrick-murray-administration-announces-9.html 2009-09-03T00:00:00Z 2009-09-03T00:00:00Z Department of Energy Resources will provide consulting services to help municipalities qualify for "Green Communities" grants. RFP Issued for Biomass Sustainability Study Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/rfp-issued-for-biomass-sustainability-study.html 2009-08-06T00:00:00Z 2009-08-06T00:00:00Z The Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) seeks to assist state policy makers, the concerned public, and project developers to more fully understand the complex issues associated with biomass energy. DOER issues this Request for Proposals (RFP) to commission a significant, objective white paper to provide a summary of the research and peer reviewed science-based information on biomass sustainability. $100M Requested for Clean Energy and Industrial Efficiency Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-pre-p2/pr-2009/patrick-administration-requests-stimulus-funds.html 2009-08-03T00:00:00Z 2009-08-03T00:00:00Z Commonwealth's application to US Department of Energy includes 31 industrial energy projects for Massachusetts companies, public agencies and municipalities. Regional Green Communities Coordinators Named to Support Cities and Towns Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/pr-pre-p2/pr-2009/patrick-administration-appoints-two-regional-2.html 2009-08-03T00:00:00Z 2009-08-03T00:00:00Z Officials will help Western and Northeastern Massachusetts cities and towns qualify for grants and achieve municipal energy goals; Central and Southeast regional coordinators to be named soon. RFP Issued for Solar PV Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.govhttp://www.mass.gov/energy/sep#sol 2009-07-01T00:00:00Z 2009-07-01T00:00:00Z Stimulus-funded projects will boost state’s solar industry, create jobs, and reduce long-term energy costs for Massport’s Logan International Airport, Somerville Housing Authority, Westfield State College, andMassachusetts Water Resources Authority facilities. DOER Issues RFI on Biomass Sustainability Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/doer-issues-rfi-on-biomass-sustainability.html 2009-06-22T00:00:00Z 2009-06-22T00:00:00Z DOER Requests Information and Comments on a Proposed Scope of Work Pertaining to Biomass Energy and Sustainable Forest Management, Carbon Sequestration, and Carbon Neutrality Free Energy Workshop for Teachers - (8/19) Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/pub-info/teachers-energy-workshop.pdf 2009-06-22T00:00:00Z 2009-06-22T00:00:00Z This workshop presents a unique opportunity for classroom teachers (K-12) to learn about energy in a fun and exciting way! RGGI Auction Results Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/rggi/rggi-proceeds-sk-6-24-09.pdf 2009-06-19T00:00:00Z 2009-06-19T00:00:00Z Massachusetts is one of the lead states participating in the first-in-the-nation Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) auction program designed to cap and reduce greenhouse gas emissions from power plants. The proceeds from these auctions, as directed by the Green Communities Act, are fueling the creation of a greener energy future for our state. Input Sought on State Wind Siting Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/energy-utilities-clean-tech/renewable-energy/wind/locating-wind-sites-resources.html 2009-06-16T00:00:00Z 2009-06-16T00:00:00Z Officials of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) and local legislators will host two public listening sessions to receive feedback on the potential for wind power development on state-owned lands. Best Practices: ESCO Projects Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/ems/ems-best-practices.pdf 2009-06-11T00:00:00Z 2009-06-11T00:00:00Z EECBG - Green Communities Stimulus Funding Opportunities for Cities and Towns - revised May 22, 2009 Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/gca/gc-stimulus-opportunities.pdf 2009-05-22T00:00:00Z 2009-05-22T00:00:00Z Under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA), the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is eligible to receive $14,752,000 in Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) funds for sub-grants to the 309 municipalities with less than 35,000 residents and for other uses identified in ARRA. DOER Holds Online Seminars on Federal Stimulus Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov 2009-05-15T00:00:00Z 2009-05-15T00:00:00Z On April 9, 2009, DOER, in conjunction with the Clean Energy Center, held a webinar ( slides pdf format of arra-energy-opps-webinar.pdf ) on the Federal stimulus to provide Massachusetts businesses, communities, and individuals a broad overview of energy opportunities. An additional targeted webinar wmv format of gc-webinar-4-22-09.wmv file size 75MB was held on April 22 for communities with population greater than 35,000 ( slides pdf format of gc-webinar-4-22-09.pdf ). The webinar wmv format of gc-webinar-5-15-09.wmv file size 33MB ( slides pdf format of gc-webinar-5-15-09.pdf ) for communities with population less than 35,000 was held May 15. Utility Plans Submitted Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.govhttp://www.ma-eeac.org/plan430.htm 2009-05-05T00:00:00Z 2009-05-05T00:00:00Z EEAC: On behalf of the Program Administrators, we are pleased to file herewith the Joint Statewide Three-Year Electric Energy Efficiency Plan and the Joint Statewide Three-Year Gas Energy Efficiency Plan. EECBG- Green Communities Federal Stimulus Funding Guidance - revised April 27, 2009 Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/arra/2009/04/02/stimulus-funding-guidance.pdf 2009-04-02T00:00:00Z 2009-04-02T00:00:00Z Under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA), the US Department of Energy (DOE) has issued guidance for formula-based federal stimulus funding available to cities and towns under the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program. Massachusetts' Department of Energy Resources' (DOER) Green Communities Division is here to assist cities and towns in determining the best way to use these funds to meet the US DOE program requirements. DOER Submits Initial Application for State Energy Program Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov 2009-03-27T00:00:00Z 2009-03-27T00:00:00Z DOER has submitted a Governor's Assurance letter and a description of Planned Activities as part of its Initial Application to the Department of Energy.
Governor's Assurance letter PDF
Planned Activities PDF Proposed Final Regulations for RPS Class I, RPS Class II, & APS Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/grants-and-tech-assistance/guidance-technical-assistance/agencies-and-divisions/doer/proposed-final-regulations-for-rps-class-i.html 2009-03-16T00:00:00Z 2009-03-16T00:00:00Z As filed with the State Legislature for 30 day review. Getting to Zero Report Energy and Environmental Affairs eea http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/eea/press/publications/zneb-taskforce-report.pdf 2009-03-11T00:00:00Z 2009-03-11T00:00:00Z Final report of the Zero Net Energy Buildings Energy Task Force. Testimony of Commissioner Giudice to the U.S. Senate Subcommittee on Energy and Environment, Committee on Energy and Commerce Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/pub-info/giudice-ee-policies-markey-testimony-feb-24-2009.pdf 2009-02-25T00:00:00Z 2009-02-25T00:00:00Z "The time is now to move boldly to create a much greener energy future, one in which we grow our economy substantially by becoming much more productive with the energy we consume." Testimony of Commissioner Giudice to the U.S. Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/pub-info/giudice-enr-testimony-feb-26-2009.pdf 2009-02-25T00:00:00Z 2009-02-25T00:00:00Z "We must all look to the future and design and build for it now." DOER Department Update Energy and Environmental Affairs doer http://www.mass.gov/eea/docs/doer/doer-update-feb-11-2009.pdf 2009-02-12T00:00:00Z 2009-02-12T00:00:00Z Where we are and where we are going!