News and Announcements

Federal Funding Supports Restoration of Windswept Bog to Healthy Wetland Habitat

Programs include a curbside charging pilot for renters, expanded charging infrastructure for the state fleet, support for TNC charging needs, and mobile chargers for medium- and heavy-duty electric vehicles

Current methodology could halve federal support for lead service line replacement in Massachusetts, with the biggest impact on environmental justice communities

The MassWildlife Habitat Management Grant Program provides crucial support to partners to steward biodiversity, enhance climate resiliency, and promote outdoor recreation.

Healey elevated the agency to 1% of the overall budget

Documented impacts include widespread coastal flooding and erosion

New advisory panel to provide essential guidance on current climate data best practices and needs

Funding will build climate resilience, restore critical habitats and water quality

Climate Forestry Committee Issues Recommendations for Climate-Oriented Forest Management Practices

State expects to receive $23 million through 2028 subject to Congressional appropriations

New grant program to make outdoor recreational activities more accessible to low-income residents, communities of color, and people living with disabilities

Funds will Protect 222 Acres in Environmental Justice Communities