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Environmental & Energy Services

The mission of the Environmental and Energy Services Cabinet is twofold: to preserve and enhance the resources of our built and natural environment and to promote affordable, efficient, reliable and safe energy systems for Boston residents.

The Cabinet oversees the Inspectional Services Department, the Environment Department, serves as chair of the Mayor's Energy Management Board, and oversees programs and policies on green buildings, groundwater, park planning, recycling, renewable energy, and certain transportation issues.

Mayor Menino Announces Filing of Building Energy Reporting & Disclosure Ordinance

As a component of the City’s climate action plan to meet Mayor Menino’s greenhouse gas reduction goals, this Ordinance would require all large and medium sized-buildings to report their annual energy, water use and GHG emissions to the City of Boston. The proposed ordinance is intended to encourage building owners to participate in local utility energy efficiency programs and educate tenants on building performance.

Building Energy Reporting and Disclosure Ordinance »
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.
Lights Out Boston »
Mass Audubon Lights Out Boston »
Greenovate Boston Campaign
Mayor Menino's Greenovate Boston campaign works to engage residents and businesses in the City's effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 25%. Greenovate Boston will connect people with sustainable strategies that not only lower carbon emissions, but also can save money and support the local economy. Learn more at GreenovateBoston.org and follow us on Twitter @GreenovateBos and Facebook for updates throughout the year.
GreenovateBoston.org »
Sign Up to Save energy, Save money with Renew Boston

Sign up for your no-cost building energy assessment to save energy and save money. Eligible customers may receive 75% -- up to $2000 off -- to install approved insulation improvements!

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Public Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Interactive-Map
Find out where you can charge you electric vehicle around Boston with the new EVboston map. EVboston promotes electric vehicle use in Boston and is part of Mayor Menino's Complete Streets initiative.
EVboston Charging Station Map »
A Climate of Progress

Mayor Menino's updated climate action plan based on the recommendations from valuable public input.

A Climate of Progress »
More Info on Climate Action »

Come hear about new funding and financing opportunities for low-income, multi-family buildings!
Please join us for an energy efficiency forum hosted by the City of Boston to learn more about the technical assistance and funding opportunities available to you, both within the City and across Massachusetts.
Boston Low-Income Multi-Family Event Flyer May 16 2013 »

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Climate Indicators in Boston
Climate change is a global phenomenon, but its causes and its consequences can be observed locally in Boston.
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See a listing of upcoming Environment events.
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Greenovate Boston is the City of Boston's New Brand for Sustainability.
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Greenovate Boston is the City of Boston's New Brand for Sustainability.
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Greenovate Boston is the City of Boston's New Brand for Sustainability.
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Energy Positive (E+) Green Building Program
Mayor Menino is joined by leading developers, architects, and green building advocates to launch the Mayors' E+ Green Building Demonstration Program, a residential design and construction initiative to bring environmentally and energy positive green homes to Boston's neighborhoods.Watch Video »
Oasys to the Innovative District
A new drinking water treatment company, Oasys, comes to Boston.Watch Video »

cityofboston.gov - Official Web Site of the City of Boston - Thomas M. Menino, Mayor

Environmental & Energy Services

Come hear about new funding and financing opportunities for low-income, multi-family buildings!

Interested in City Sustainability News? Join Our E-Newsletter List!

Climate Indicators in Boston

Reports & Publications

Environmental & Energy Services

Departments

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