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Energy for Generations exhibiting at The Greater Newburyport Green Expo. From left to right: Ariha Jain, Mike Spiro, Jeremy Pymento, Michael Strauss, Wendy Wilkerson
Welcome to the June edition of our newsletter! With our Community Climate Leaders Conference behind us, we are busy getting ready for summer! We have many new programs we plan to be rolling out as we expand into supporting several new communities across the state. Stay tuned for new youth programs and a busy summer of climate action on the North Shore!
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!
On April 30th, Bentley University buzzed with energy as over 250 climate leaders from across Massachusetts came together for a powerful day of connection, learning, and inspiration at the 2nd annual MassEnergize Community Climate Leaders Conference.
Here’s what attendees experienced throughout the day:
Inspiring Keynotes Massachusetts Climate Chief Melissa Hoffer, Yale climate communicator Joshua Low, and Rewiring America's Jamal Lewis, delivered motivating and timely keynotes that sparked thoughtful conversations and renewed determination for bold climate action.
Action-Packed Breakouts Breakout sessions provided hands-on tools and strategies covering topics like heat pump coaching, grassroots organizing, battery storage, community solar, and engaging youth in climate leadership.
Vibrant Networking & Collaboration From early morning coffee to lunch table conversations and afternoon nonprofit fair strolls, attendees forged new partnerships and shared ideas for accelerating local climate initiatives.
Interactive Experiences The Climate Carnival games, Tree of Hope community art project, and climate-themed quilts created space for creativity, reflection, and fun—reminding us that climate action can be joyful too.
Resource Sharing & Real Solutions Communities left with practical tools, inspiring stories, and new connections to support their ongoing work—from funding strategies to decarbonization programs and outreach tips.
“I came away energized and ready to bring fresh ideas back to my town.”
“The breakout sessions gave me concrete actions I can implement right away.”
Save the Date: April 2026 Planning is already underway for next year’s conference! If you're interested in joining the Planning Committee, reach out to jo.jagger@massenergize.org.
(Photo courtesy of Matt Muise)
The Greater Newburyport Green Expo on May 18th brought together over 40 local organizations, nonprofits, and businesses to showcase climate solutions and sustainable living practices. Highlights included an electric vehicle showcase, a native plant pop-up sale, hands-on family activities, and a live mural painting.
Attendees also joined a guided Sustainability Tour of local climate-smart sites. Energize Newburyport,one of MassEnergize’s community partners, was a key exhibitor and co-organizer of the event. And MassEnergize-led Energy for Generations was proud to participate as a featured nonprofit supporting clean energy adoption for older adults.
Eliza Rubel - Climate Communications Intern
Eliza is a rising sophomore at Williams College and a prospective English and Biology double major, with a minor in Environmental Studies.
She is excited to use her media and communications skills to support climate action projects with Mass Energize this summer, building upon her high school experience working with Energize Framingham in her hometown of Framingham, MA. In her free time, Eliza loves to read, play guitar, and hike, run, or participate in any other outdoor activity. Welcome to the team Eliza!
Community of Practice
We were excited to welcome Steve Jaslowich from National Grid and Dan Britton from ReVision Energy for an info-packed May Community of Practice meeting!
Steve gave a practical overview of 2025 Mass Save heat pump rebates, including eligibility, partial vs. whole-home rebates, and tools like the Heating Comparison Calculator. Dan broke down what to know about residential battery storage—why it matters, what to avoid, and how to design systems that provide clean, reliable backup power.
Looking for slides and resources? Visit the MassEnergize Resource Center to access presentation materials and full resource links.
Mark Your Calendars! Our next Community of Practice meeting is Monday, June 9 at 7:15 PM. This will be our last meeting before the summer break!
At this meeting, we'll be discussing youth programs and how communities can better integrate youth into their energy and climate action activities. We’ll also continue our Mass Save Mini-Series with David Roman Ubeda, who will present an overview of the ConnectedSolutions Demand Response Program for thermostats and batteries.
We’re looking forward to seeing you there! If you have ideas for future topics, feel free to reach out.
Participants from over 20 towns across the state joined us for our Heat Pump webinar to learn more about home electrification.
A special thanks to Bob Zogg from the HeatSmart Alliance and Kit Wu from the Laminar Collective for their insightful presentation. We’re grateful for the valuable knowledge they shared!
June 8th, 8AM - 5:30PM - 10 Bethel Road, Wellesley, MA 02481)
The 4th annual Jewish Climate Action Conference, “How Can We Work Together?” brings together faith communities, environmental advocates, and local leaders to explore actionable solutions for climate justice.
The event will feature a keynote address, interactive workshops—including a session led by MassEnergize Executive Director Nathan Scott—and valuable opportunities for networking and collaboration. Find out more about the event and register here.
Do you have questions about charging options for electric vehicles (EVs) when you are on the road? The goal of this webinar is to make you more empowered to take your EV on a road trip, and that planning your trips is stress-free. RSVP Here!
(June 22nd, 2 - 5 PM - Scott Hall at 24 Vernon St; Framingham)
Volunteers at this Repair Cafe can help fix many things for free including: clothing, lamps, small appliances, computers/other electronics, bikes, batteries, toys, jewelry and sewing machines.
Join FICC and Climate Code Blue for their first-ever Extreme Heat Preparedness Day Workshop—a high-impact event focused on staying safe and resilient as extreme heat becomes more common.
Learn practical ways to keep cool, and protect your health, with expert guidance and resources tailored to underserved neighborhoods. Learn more here.
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