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Massachusetts bill aims to reduce traffic congestion, but will it help climate?
Climate groups say the transportation bill contains steps in the right direction but falls short of transformational.By Sarah Shemkus .
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Massachusetts looks to follow California with solar mandate for new homes
A pair of bills would require solar panels on new buildings but include exemptions for shaded or nonviable properties.By Sarah Shemkus .
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Massachusetts electric vehicle rebates would be revived under climate bill
A major climate bill that unanimously passed the state House last week would provide another $30 million for rebates.By Sarah Shemkus .
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Scientists say Vineyard Wind project poses little risk to endangered whales
Any potential disruptions would be small compared to other hazards, including the threat of climate change, experts said.By Sarah Shemkus .
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Can Northeast states turn their offshore wind goals into reality?
Northeastern states are engaged in a game of renewable one-upmanship. The question is whether all this new wind power will actually be built.By ClimateWire .
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In Norway, Oslo leaders are creating a ‘car-free city center.’ Could Boston be next?
“When you have limited space, who should that be for? We want to prioritize people over cars,” an Oslo official said.By Sarah Shemkus .
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Massachusetts bills aim to promote efficient appliances, net-zero housing
The pending legislation includes proposals to encourage heat pumps and to bring energy efficiency to low-income residents.By Sarah Shemkus .
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Massachusetts mayor says access to cheap gas not worth the cost to climate
The debate in Holyoke, Massachusetts, is not unique in the Northeast, where pipeline constraints are forcing decisions.By Sarah Shemkus .
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As Massachusetts looks to boost electric vehicle adoption, Norway offers a model
Financial incentives helped push electric vehicle sales to top gas and diesel options in the oil-exporting country.By Sarah Shemkus .
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Critics say Massachusetts’ $1 billion clean energy bill not bold enough
The legislation would offer cities money to build microgrids, buy electric vehicles, and prepare for climate change.By Sarah Shemkus .
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