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.

The Montachusett Regional Planning Commission wants to hear your stories from the 2023 Leominster Flash Floods to help improve future disaster planning. Take their survey and share your experience: bit.ly/2023floods

In June, DER joined the Nantucket Conservation Foundation for a tour of the Windswept Bogs Restoration project site, which restored approximately 39 acres of retired cranberry bogs to wetland habitat. Construction wrapped up in April and you can already see the site coming back to life!

Massachusetts needs to stay prepared for what’s to come. @massgovernor.bsky.social’s Mass Ready Act strengthens our infrastructure, invests in local resilience projects, and fast tracks permits so we can be ready when extreme weather hits. bit.ly/3IDY0g1

Solar is the cheapest, fastest way to bring energy into the state. It’s bipartisan and popular with customers. Massachusetts will continue to stand up for affordable energy, small businesses, and workers. bit.ly/massenergycuts

In face of extreme weather, Healey proposes investments in climate-readiness for Mass. via @bostonglobe.com

Just last week, we experienced flash flooding in Braintree, Quincy, Weymouth, and Boston, which left drivers stranded on washed-out roads. These events are becoming more dangerous and frequent. @massgovernor.bsky.social’s Mass Ready Act will help us prepare for and avoid emergencies.

The Mass Ready Act is a down payment on our future! 🌱✨ DFG Commissioner O'Shea was pleased to join Lt. Gov. @kimdriscollma.bsky.social + EEA Secretary Tepper in support of this historic investment in nature.

This afternoon, Lieutenant Governor Driscoll, Secretary Tepper, and members of our team testified in support of the Mass Ready Act – a historic $3 billion investment to strengthen our infrastructure and prepare our communities for extreme weather.

Today, Secretary Tepper downgraded the Cape Cod Region to a Level 1-Mild Drought after being at Level 2-Significant Drought since January. In the Islands Region, Dukes County has been downgraded to Level 0-Normal Conditions, while Nantucket County remains at Level 1-Mild Drought.

Welcome to DCR! We can’t wait to work together to build healthy communities across Massachusetts.

We are so excited to welcome Easthampton Mayor Nicole LaChapelle as the new commissioner of @massdcr.bsky.social! Mayor LaChapelle appreciates the important relationship we all have with DCR. The role is more than managing public lands – it’s about fostering a special connection with the outdoors.

Today, we swore in John Monaghan as the Massachusetts Environmental Police’s new colonel! Colonel Monaghan brings over 25 years of law enforcement experience to his new role.

Solar is vital to our electric grid’s reliability, lowers costs for all ratepayers, and reduces air pollution. On hot sunny days, solar cuts total demand and helps the grid when it’s needed most.

It’s National Ice Cream Month – the perfect time to try one (or many) of the 112 stops on the Massachusetts Ice Cream Trail! Find an Ice Cream Trail location near you: bit.ly/massgrownmap

Yesterday, @massgovernor.bsky.social, Secretary Tepper, and our team testified in support of our Energy Affordability, Independence & Innovation Act that will save Massachusetts customers at least $13.7 billion. This legislation is a huge step forward for lowering energy costs in the state.

Juneteenth is a time to honor Black joy, resilience, and liberation. At EEA, we understand that freedom means access to clean air, safe water, and the ability to live and thrive in healthy communities.

We are continuing our public awareness campaign, Climate Action is for All of Us, with a simple, practical message: taking steps to reduce your energy use and protecting our environment isn’t just good for the planet—it can save money. Learn more: mass.gov/climateaction

Due to recent rainfall, Secretary Tepper has downgraded the Southeast Region to Level 0 – Normal Conditions, joining the Connecticut River Valley, Western, Central & Northeast Regions. The Island & Cape Cod Regions remain at a Level 1 – Mild Drought & Level 2 – Significant Drought, respectively.

Excited to honor María Belén Power, MA's first Undersecretary of Environmental Justice & Equity. She is forging a path toward stronger protections for overburdened neighborhoods across MA, bringing all the lessons she learned as a grassroots environmental justice champion. @masseea.bsky.social

Massachusetts has some of the cleanest drinking water in the country — and that doesn’t happen by accident. Thanks to over $1 million in new funding, five more communities will now be able to protect the land that keeps their water supply safe, clean, and abundant.

It’s National Boating Safety Week! 🛥️🌊 Before you hit the water: ✅ Wear a life jacket 🚫 Don’t drink & boat 🌦️ Check the weather 🛑 Use engine cut-off (it’s the law) 📚 Take a safety course ⚓ Follow the Rules of the Road Stay safe & have fun!

Thanks Governor Healey and Lt. Governor Driscoll for leading the way on affordability. DOER stands ready to implement.

Governor Healey's Energy Affordability, Independence, and Innovation Act will save Massachusetts residents and businesses more than $10 billion over 10 years! This means lower bills, more homegrown energy and innovation, greater accountability, and better support for customers.

Our MVP team hosted a celebration event in at Marion’s Camp in Sutton to pass the torch from the MVP 2.0 pilot communities to the new group of municipal grantees. We look forward to further collaboration opportunities with our MVP communities!

It’s Park Serve Day! Secretary Tepper and friends braved the rain this morning to help pick invasive garlic mustard at the Fells.

The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second-best time? Today! Celebrate Arbor Day by putting your outdoor space to work: mass.gov/info-details/everyone-can-take-climate-action#in-your-yard-

Massachusetts is proud to lead the nation with the strongest protections for the North Atlantic right whale! Today, we celebrated the 3rd annual Right Whale Day at #NEAQ, where we highlighted the cutting-edge research and partnerships that go into conserving this critically endangered species.

Switching to electric? Conserving water? Biking instead of driving? It all adds up. This Earth Day, find out how to make small changes that matter: mass.gov/climateaction

E-bikes are proven to get cars off the road, lower costs for families, and lower emissions! MassCEC’s new Statewide Electric Bike Incentive Program offers residents up to $1,200 toward the purchase of an electric bike. bit.ly/42x5kQU

No matter where you live in Massachusetts — city or small town, renter or homeowner — you may qualify for energy savings. The new Massachusetts Energy Savings Finder makes it simple for residents to access these savings and lower their energy bills! Massclimatebank.com/savingsfinder

Following two months of above normal precipitation, Secretary Tepper has downgraded the Connecticut River Valley, Central, Southeast and Western regions of the state to a Level 1 – Mild Drought status. The Northeast region will join the Cape and Islands regions at a Level 2 – Significant Drought.

Massachusetts families deserve energy that’s affordable and reliable. With $220 million in immediate relief and billions in long-term savings, the Healey-Driscoll Energy Affordability Agenda is delivering real help when it’s needed most. Mass.gov/energyaffordability

Tired of traffic? Hitch a ride on the high seas with our new program, DorsalDash™! 🐬

Undersized culverts are no joke! 👎 DER works with municipalities to replace undersized & unsafe culverts with ones that can better protect against floods and are fish and wildlife friendly. Sign up for our e-news, Culvert Connection, to learn more➡️ bit.ly/3XHRBpC

The MEPA Environmental Monitor was published on March 26, 2025 and included 7 new MEPA filings. See the location of proposed projects in the table below. Review the most recent issue of the Environmental Monitor here: eeaonline.eea.state.ma.us/EEA/MEPA-eMo...

Thank you to Secretary Rebecca Tepper (@masseea.bsky.social), & to panelists Randolph Bell, @joecurtatone.bsky.social (@joinact.bsky.social) & Rebecca Ullman. Additional thanks to all the elected & appointed officials who attended & are committed to the promise of our Commonwealth's leadership.

Exciting news! DFG's Division of Marine Fisheries has partnered with @whoi.edu to launch an innovative passive acoustic monitoring network for North Atlantic right whales! 🐋 Learn more and see the latest detections off our coast >>> www.mass.gov/news/massach...

The Healey-Driscoll Administration is proud to award $500K in grants to boost drought resiliency and water efficiency in Massachusetts! These funds will help communities reduce water use, control water losses within water supply systems, and improve drought management planning.

Today ELM’s @davidmellyma.bsky.social led the FY26 #GreenBudget Coalition Legislative Briefing. ELM & key partners shared FY26 priorities, including funding increases for @massdcr.bsky.social, @masseea.bsky.social, @massdfg.bsky.social & @massdoer.bsky.social.