Vehicle pollution is bad for public health. That’s a fact. The Trump Administration’s decision to roll back the Endangerment Finding is reckless and puts people’s lives at risk.

The terms are set. Maye the best team win, @governorferguson.bsky.social. Go, Pats! 🏈

Preparing for extreme weather starts locally. Over $3 million in new MVP 2.0 grants will help 32 municipalities strengthen climate resilience planning and fund on-the-ground projects.

While the federal government cuts funding, Massachusetts is making sure families don’t go hungry. @massgovernor.bsky.social ’s state budget invests $55 million to support our food banks and community organizations.

EVs that can power your home during an outage and reduce electric grid costs? Now possible thanks to @masscec.bsky.social’s Vehicle-to-Everything program. This first-of-its-kind demo program uses bi-directional EV chargers to turn cars and school buses into mobile energy storage assets.

To the utility workers, plow crews, and first responders who showed up in extreme conditions to keep Massachusetts running and residents safe and warm during the winter storm — thank you for everything you do.

From feeding families to lowering energy costs, @massgovernor.bsky.social’s state budget invests big to deliver real benefits across Massachusetts.

@massgovernor.bsky.social’s state budget invests where it matters most – protecting clean air, clean water, and the land people rely on every day!

Long wait times to connect housing projects to the electric grid are slowing us down. Power Forward, launched by @massgovernor.bsky.social with @nationalgrid.bsky.social & @eversource.bsky.social, will change that — cutting delays, lowering costs, and accelerating housing development statewide.

When we produce energy locally, we create jobs locally! Vineyard Wind has delivered thousands of good-paying jobs and hundreds of millions of dollars in wages and benefits for Massachusetts workers. Bit.ly/4t5tQFa

We’ll be celebrating your 2025 accomplishments with you tonight, @massgovernor.bsky.social. Tune in to the 2026 State of the Commonwealth Address at 7 PM at mass.gov/SOTC.

How I smile knowing that @massgovernor.bsky.social is fighting to lower energy bills for Massachusetts residents and businesses. Catch the Gov’s State of the Commonwealth address tonight at 7PM at Mass.gov/SOTC!

Here ye, here ye! 📜 @massgovernor.bsky.social will deliver her 2026 State of the Commonwealth Address on Thursday, January 22 at 7 PM. Tune in tomorrow at Mass.gov/SOTC.

Today we remember Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his legacy. We all have a responsibility to ensure justice and the wellbeing of all people. This means ensuring every community has access to clean water, clean air, and a healthy environment.

Today, power is officially flowing through the NECEC transmission line – delivering affordable, stable hydropower from Canada to Massachusetts! This project will supply 20% of the state’s electricity and save customers $50 million each year on their bills.

The Mass Ready Act is a $3 billion down payment on our future. Today, Secretary Tepper testified in support of this critical investment to protect drinking water, strengthen infrastructure, support farms, and help communities prepare for extreme weather. Learn more: mass.gov/massready

Hear ye, hear ye – DOER’s third annual Town Hall is Jan. 30 from 12:00 - 1:30 pm. We hope you can join us! DOER will share key 2026 initiatives, timelines and engagement opportunities, followed by Q&A. The Town Hall will be recorded and shared for those who can’t join.

As of today, the Central and Northeast Regions of the state have worsened to a Level 2–Significant Drought. Conditions have also declined in nearly all other regions, moving the Southeast Region to a Level–1 Mild Drought and the Millers River Basin to a Level 3-Critical Drought.

Our 2025 End of Year Report is LIVE! From introducing two major pieces of legislation to protecting biodiversity and investing in our communities, our team dedicated the year to building a more affordable, prepared Massachusetts for everyone. Read more: bit.ly/EEA2025Report

Massachusetts is reopening its Dam Owners Technical Assistance Program, offering free engineering support to help public and private dam owners comply with safety regulations. Work runs through June 30, 2026. Stronger dams mean safer communities. Submit your request at mass.gov/dam-assistance.

MMAC, PVPC, and EEA’s Climate Resilience Playbook just earned the President’s Award from the American Planning Association – Massachusetts! See what actions your community can take to prepare for the impacts of climate change: resilienceplaybook.mapc.org

Massachusetts just hit a MAJOR milestone! Nearly 120,000 households are officially enrolled in the new discount heat pump rate that @massgovernor.bsky.social pushed for in her Energy Affordability Agenda. That means huge savings on heating all season long.

A beautiful day by the Island End River in Chelsea, joining Secretary Tepper and her team from the @masseea.bsky.social as they announced the final ResilientCoasts Plan to protect communities and coastal environments from flooding and climate change risks over the next 50 years. #CoastalResilience

Thank you to EEA Secretary Rebecca Tepper and everyone else who came out today to celebrate the release of the ResilientCoasts Final Plan! For more details on the release of this comprehensive strategy to protect coastal communities, see: www.mass.gov/news/healey-...

The release was announced at Island End Park where CZM joined the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA), City of Chelsea, other coastal communities, and many of the people who gave input on plan development. @masseea.bsky.social

The ResilientCoasts Final Plan is now available! This comprehensive statewide plan outlines guidance and strategies to address near- and long-term vulnerability to coastal hazards like sea level rise, storm surge, and erosion over the next 50 years. www.mass.gov/info-details...

Trees are one of nature’s best defenses against extreme heat! Over $630K in Cooling Corridors grants will plant hundreds of new trees in Environmental Justice Communities, identified hotspots, and along walking routes to schools, parks, and community centers across the state.

In 2023, we awarded the Town of Acton $1.5M in MVP funding to protect 57 acres and incorporate 2 wells into the municipal water supply. This week, we celebrated the opening of the Water Supply and Open Space Preservation Project, which has made the town more resilient for the future.

Flooding is one of the biggest threats faced by communities across Massachusetts. @massgovernor.bsky.social’s proposed Mass Ready Act includes important provisions to protect our cities and towns against extreme weather. mass.gov/massready

The Healey-Driscoll Administration is investing $12 million to create and improve local parks and protect natural land in 40 Massachusetts communities. These projects will fight flooding, reduce extreme heat, and expand access to open space.

Orange’s Fisher Hill Elementary now has rooftop solar panels, battery storage, and an outdoor classroom thanks to $400K in MVP funding! These upgrades will help supply half the school’s energy and turn the building into a regional emergency shelter during extreme weather.

From Springfield to Everett, Massachusetts Gateway Cities are growing greener! The Healey-Driscoll Administration has awarded over $559,000 in Greening the Gateway Cities grants to plant trees, remove asphalt, and expand green urban spaces across the state.

Massachusetts now has over 4,000 public electric vehicle charging locations with more than 10,000 charging ports. That's 10,000 reasons to get your first EV! Find a charging station near you: bit.ly/EVChargingMA

#BreakingNews Massachusetts is pleased to announce our intention to join the International Union for Conservation of Nature, the world’s largest and most diverse environmental network comprised of 1,400 members committed to global action for biodiversity! 🐟 www.mass.gov/news/massach...

SMART 3.0 is open for applications! The updated program will revitalize solar growth, keep pace with industry developments, and increase equity to ensure all residents can lower energy costs with solar. Program updates will benefit ALL ratepayers with $300 million in savings.

Applications are now open for SMART 3.0, @massgovernor.bsky.social’s solar incentive program that will save ratepayers $300 million a year in energy costs Learn more about SMART 3.0 and apply: mass.gov/smart30

The 2023 floods hit Western Massachusetts hard. Now, through the Healey-Driscoll Administration’s MVP Program, projects like Beaver Brook in Williamsburg are restoring wetlands and using nature to help prevent future flooding.

Today, we celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Day and honor the rich history, resilience, and stewardship of Tribal and Indigenous communities across Massachusetts.

Massachusetts communities are preparing for the future! Thanks to $29 million in Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness Grants, 54 cities and towns are reducing flood risks, adding cooling spaces, and protecting residents from extreme weather.

From skate parks to splash pads, Massachusetts is making it more fun to play outside! The Healey-Driscoll Administration just awarded $6.4 million in Land and Water Conservation Fund grants to renovate public parks and expand access to outdoor recreation across the state.

Massachusetts families and businesses need affordable, reliable energy. We're teaming up with UMass Lowell to develop Advanced Nuclear and Fusion Energy Roadmaps that will explore how we can leverage these technologies to bring more power into the state and reduce costs.

Right now, housing projects in Massachusetts can get stuck in environmental reviews for a year or more. We’re trying to change that. @massgovernor.bsky.social’s proposed MEPA reforms cut reviews down to a maximum of 30 days while setting strong streamlined environmental standards.

Affordable housing projects across Massachusetts are getting an energy-efficiency boost! The Healey-Driscoll Administration is awarding $46 million in @massdoer.bsky.social grants to upgrade and build more than 1600 housing units.

Last week, @massdfg.bsky.social was thrilled to join @massgovernor.bsky.social Maura Healey, @masseea.bsky.social Secretary Tepper, @massaudubon.org, and 250+ key partners to announce nation-leading Biodiversity Conservation Goals for Massachusetts! 🦎 🦉⚡ Explore the goals > mass.gov/news/healey-...

Housing development delays raise costs and limit options for families across Massachusetts. @massgovernor.bsky.social's draft @mepaalerts.bsky.social reforms cut red tape so we can build more homes more quickly while maintaining our strong environmental standards.

Congratulations to our newest Green Community, the Town of Reading! Reading’s commitment to cut municipal energy use will save $100,000+ each year - not to mention lower costs for its households and businesses and create a healthier, more resilient community. Way to go, Reading!

Join us in person or virtually for EEA’s Next Environmental Justice Council Meeting in North Adams. The Mass Ready Act is on the agenda. Don’t miss this important conversation!

The recent EVICC Assessment highlighted critical gaps in electric vehicle charging infrastructure across Massachusetts, and now MassDEP is investing $46 million to close them. It’s a major step toward building a cleaner environment and more vibrant economy for everyone.

The Trump Administration's threats to terminate Massachusetts’ $156 million Solar for All award would block an investment that will deliver hundreds of millions in household savings and create thousands of good-paying jobs across our state.

What happens when you send Massachusetts’ greatest young minds to Canada? They bring back a national title! A huge congrats to the incredible Lexington High School Envirothon Team for taking 1st place at the 2025 NCF Envirothon in Canada — their 3rd national title in 4 years.