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Welcome to our November newsletter!
As the days grow shorter and we gather indoors, I’m reminded how much warmth and light this community brings to our shared mission. Every local event, volunteer effort, and conversation about sustainable living adds up to something powerful: real, collective progress toward a healthier planet.
This month’s newsletter celebrates creativity, collaboration, and climate action in all its forms — from serious games that inspire learning to local gatherings that strengthen community ties.
As always, please reach out to let us know what else we can be doing to support you or your community on the road to a healthier planet for all!
When it comes to climate change, we don’t usually think of games — but for Janot Mendler de Suárez, play is one of the most powerful ways to help people understand complex problems and work together to solve them.
A founding member of the Games for a New Climate Task Force, Janot has spent her career turning technical issues — from water management to social resilience — into playful, hands-on learning experiences. Her work with the Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre, the Rockefeller Foundation, and Oxfam America has helped communities around the world build resilience through creativity and collaboration.
Games, she explains, make systems visible. They show how one decision ripples through a network, helping people see the big picture — and each other. Even participants who are hesitant or afraid to “look silly” quickly realize that play can be serious fun: it breaks barriers, sparks new ideas, and builds trust.
Read the full story about Janot’s journey and the power of “serious fun” on our blog → [Read More »]
Learn more about global “Serious Fun” initiatives at the Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre, where you can find resources for your community and increase your community outreach:
💚 Support MassEnergize and Energize Your Community!
MassEnergize helps communities across Massachusetts fight climate change with clean energy campaigns and tools for local engagement — all while keeping services accessible to every community, regardless of income.
Your donation helps us reach more low-income neighborhoods, expand our programs, and empower residents to take real action for a sustainable future.
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Share Your Ideas for the Community Climate Leaders Conference!
The Community Climate Leaders Conference 2026 is coming up on April 8, 2026, at Bentley University in Waltham!
We’re looking for passionate voices to lead a breakout session or share an idea — whether it’s a local project, campaign, or insight that can inspire others. Your experience can help drive real, community-powered climate action.
Submit your proposal or idea by November 7, 2025.
Don’t miss the chance to shape the conversation and share your expertise!
Join us to connect, learn, and amplify your community climate impact!
Exciting Opportunity: Home Energy Coach
The Cape Ann Climate Coalition, in partnership with the Massachusetts Teachers Association (MTA),is seeking an energetic, empathetic climate advocate to work as Home Energy Coach with Somerville public school educators.
This role helps faculty, staff, and paraprofessionals navigate programs like Mass Save, create home decarbonization plans, and take practical steps to reduce carbon emissions.
Join Fairmont Indigo CDC Collaborative, for the final workshop in the Creating Resilience: Art Therapy Seriesand explore blackout poetry — transforming everyday text into art and advocacy.
When: Nov 5, 2025 | 6–8pm Where: Oasis Community Room, 2nd Church of Dorchester, 44 Moultrie St, Boston, 02124
Join Planet Action 2025: a TEDx Boston convening of bold problem-solvers accelerating solutions for a liveable planet. From energy reimagination and resilient infrastructure to regenerative food systems and circular economies, this three-day summit connects leaders who are building sustainable growth models for this decisive decade.
Don’t miss out on federal tax credits of up to $2,000 for qualifying heat pump water heaters! These incentives expire at the end of 2025. Join the MassEnergize PlugIn webinar to find out how to maximize your benefits
When: Nov 19th 2025, 7:00 pm-8:00 pm Where: Zoom session
Join the Pepperell Climate Change Committee for a talk with climate scientist Bill Moomaw, PhD of Tufts University. Discover how healthy forests and trees sustain our climate, community, and quality of life.
When: Nov. 22, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Where: Lawrence Library, 15 Main Street, Pepperell, MA
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