Environment Department
The City's Environment Department aims to protect our built and natural environments and
provide information on environmental issues affecting Boston.
Sound management and environmental practices will help ensure the future of our livable City.
The Environment Department protects Boston's wealth of
historic sites, buildings, landscapes, and waterways through protective designation and review.
The Department also oversees:
| Boston Landmarks Commission | Boston Conservation Commission |
| Historic District Commissions | Air Pollution Control Commission |
| City Archeology Program | Environmental Review / Impact Assessment Project |
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Mayor Announces Climate Action and Air Quality Grant Winners
Mayor Menino announced that the City of Boston and the Boston Air Pollution Control Commission are awarding 2009 Community Climate Action and Air Quality Grants to five neighborhood organizations. The grants are an effort to fund community climate action initiatives that encourage and support Boston residents, businesses, and institutions reducing greenhouse gas emissions and saving energy.Read More »
LED's A Bright New Idea
As part of Mayor Menino's overall efforts to "green" Boston, the City has been exploring the use of LED lighting for public spaces, sidewalks and roadways through the installation of a demonstration project on Boston Common.More Information » |
Kill-A-Watt
This new tool, available for free rental from libraries, can be used to measure the energy efficiency of your household appliances.More Info » |
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Mayor Menino's Food + Fuel Campaign
A partnership between government, businesses and non-profit organizations, this action plan will help residents and small businesses address the rising costs of food and fuel.More Info » |
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Lights Out Boston
Under this voluntary program participating building owners and managers agree to turn off or dim all architectural and internal lighting between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. during the fall migratory bird season.
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Take Mayor Menino's Climate Action Pledge!
Join Mayor Menino in pledging to take these 10 simple steps toward reducing greenhouse gasses.Take the Pledge » |
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Forms, Guidelines & Regulations
Reports & Publications 
Lewis-Dawson Farmhouse Study Report (Amdended June 26, 2007)
Mission Church Complex
Study Report As Amended
Study Report As Amended
General Information
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