1970s Zoning Calling Your Shots? Not This Boston Suburb
By huge margins, Winchester just voted to change the antiquated zoning laws many Massachusetts towns assume are untouchable.
Bus Rapid Transit May Put “Transit Excellence” in Reach
With our quality of life, economy, and climate all on the line, BRT deserves a closer look.
For Second Time, Boston Named Nation’s Most Energy-Efficient City
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ACEEE Scorecard spotlights innovative ways cities are saving energy.
Invisible Elephant in Climate Room Much Bigger Than We Thought
New report finds extent of natural gas leaks three times greater threat to climate goals than previously expected.
Readying for Rising Seas
Boston is the fourth most vulnerable city in the U.S. to the impacts of sea-level rise. How can we prepare?
Proving it Pays to Walk
A conversation between Barr’s Mary Skelton Roberts and Chris Leinberger, lead author of a new report on Walkable Urban Places (a.k.a. “WalkUPs”), a promising pathway to a more vibrant, equitable, and low-carbon region.
Boston Preparing for the Storms Ahead
More than sixty inches of snow falling in fewer than three weeks has most Bostonians saying uncle. However, these superstorms—or "snowmaggedons"—are not expected to let up any time soon.
Boston Hospitals Achieve Healthy Reductions in Energy Consumption
New data shows Boston hospitals have cut their energy use by six percent over the last three years, despite continued facility growth. These reductions have not only saved the hospitals $12 million—they have helped put Boston on track to achieving its ambition climate goals.
Join the Conversation about Boston’s Transportation Future
What’s your question about getting around Boston in the future? Go Boston 2030 is a new campaign to shape the future of how people get around our city.