Southborough Seeks Nominees for 8th Wellness Award
A Massachusetts town is celebrating its unsung heroes by inviting residents to nominate community champions for an award honoring kindness and service. The deadline is Monday, April 6th.
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Massachusetts Solar Power Triples in Under a Decade
Massachusetts now generates 13% of its electricity from clean sources, up from just 4% in 2016. The town of Amherst is leading the charge with ambitious plans to reach carbon neutrality by 2050.
Massachusetts EVs Could Earn $12K While Parked
Electric school buses in Massachusetts are earning up to $12,000 annually by feeding power back to the grid during hot summer days. One bus generated $23,500 over two summers, hinting at a future where your parked car could pay for itself.
Massachusetts Speeds Up Clean Energy Permits
Massachusetts just finalized groundbreaking rules that will cut through red tape for solar, wind, and battery projects, making it faster and easier to build the clean energy infrastructure we need. After a year of collaboration between regulators and stakeholders, the new system promises to transform how quickly communities can access renewable power.
Massachusetts Partners with Nova Scotia on Offshore Wind
Massachusetts just signed a historic deal with Nova Scotia to develop offshore wind energy that could power New England for generations. The partnership shows how neighbors are working together to build a cleaner energy future, even as federal support wavers.
Massachusetts Partners With Nova Scotia for Offshore Wind
Massachusetts just signed a groundbreaking deal with Nova Scotia to import clean offshore wind energy, creating the first international renewable energy partnership of its kind. The agreement helps both regions meet climate goals while building Canada's first offshore wind industry. #
Neighbors Volunteer as Heat Pump Coaches in Massachusetts
Volunteers in over 60 Massachusetts towns are helping neighbors switch to energy-efficient heat pumps, making green home upgrades less overwhelming. The grassroots HeatSmart Alliance trains everyday people to guide homeowners through the process for free.
Massachusetts Scraps 346 Outdated Disability Terms
Massachusetts just updated 346 sections of state law to replace outdated and offensive language about people with disabilities with respectful, person-first terminology. The unanimous vote reflects a growing movement to ensure laws match modern values of dignity and inclusion.
Massachusetts Honors Innovative Youth Education Program
ATWIN Education received official recognition from Massachusetts for connecting students with real-world learning experiences at Harvard, MIT, and major companies. The program shifts focus from "What do you want to become?" to "What problem do you want to help solve?"
Massachusetts Honors 63 Schools for Academic Excellence
Sixty-three Massachusetts schools received state recognition for outstanding academic achievement and community impact. The celebration at the State House highlighted campuses where educators, students, and families are proving what's possible when communities unite around education.
Massachusetts Nears Cervical Cancer Elimination Goal
Massachusetts has become the first state to approach the elimination of cervical cancer, with just 4.3 cases per 100,000 women. A new study shows this deadly disease could be eliminated nationwide through better vaccination, screening, and treatment.
Massachusetts Completes First Offshore Wind Farm
The Vineyard Wind 1 project just finished installing its final turbine blades off the coast of Massachusetts, marking a major milestone for clean energy in New England. When fully operational, the 62-turbine farm will power hundreds of thousands of homes.
Massachusetts Gives Free EV Chargers That Power Homes
Massachusetts is giving away cutting-edge chargers that let electric vehicles send power back to homes and the grid during outages. Schools, towns, and 30 residents will get the technology free, turning their EVs into backup batteries.
MIT Gets $25M to Build Quantum Lab for Massachusetts
Massachusetts is investing $25 million to help MIT build a cutting-edge quantum research facility that scientists across the state can use. The Quantum Systems Laboratory will bring together quantum computers, sensors, and specialized equipment under one roof for the first time anywhere in the world.
Massachusetts Could Meet 2050 Energy Needs With Rooftop Solar
New research shows Massachusetts can double its electric grid capacity by 2050 using rooftop solar and batteries instead of fossil fuels. The solution is already proven, affordable, and ready to scale.
Nation's Largest Offshore Wind Farm Completed in Massachusetts
After 20 years of planning and setbacks, Massachusetts just finished building America's largest offshore wind farm. The 62-turbine project will power 400,000 homes with clean energy.
Tiny Owl Rescued in Massachusetts Gets Second Chance
A pocket-sized northern saw-whet owl is recovering in Massachusetts after rescuers found her injured and unable to fly. The little bird, barely bigger than a banana, captured hearts online while highlighting the lifesaving work of local wildlife rehabilitators.
Massachusetts Bill Uses Speed, Not Labels, for E-Bikes
Massachusetts lawmakers are proposing a future-proof approach to regulating electric bikes and scooters based on how fast they go rather than what they're called. The speed-based system could end confusion as new types of electric rides keep hitting the streets.
Massachusetts Offshore Wind Farm Wins Court Battle
A federal judge ruled that Massachusetts' nearly completed Vineyard Wind project can continue operating after the Trump administration tried to halt it. The victory marks the fourth offshore wind project to successfully challenge the stop work order in court.
Massachusetts Drivers Form Nation's First Ride-Hailing Union
Nearly 70,000 Uber and Lyft drivers in Massachusetts just certified the first union for ride-hailing workers in American history. The victory could reshape how gig workers organize across the country.
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