Earlier this year, Brown University released a bombshell report that identified the forces working against climate action in Massachusetts. 

We are thrilled to welcome Researchers Trevor Culhane, Galen Hall, and J Timmons Roberts, as well as Rep. Mike Connolly to answer the question everyone is asking: Who's Delaying Climate Action in MA?

The webinar has been rescheduled to Monday, June 14 at 7pm. We will send you an email with the Zoom link to the webinar on the day of, be sure to check your spam folder if you do not see this email.

Governor Charlie Baker vetoed the Next-Generation Roadmap Climate Bill. Among other excuses, his reasons—and our responses—include:

• The bill would halt new construction of affordable housing. In reality, energy efficient homes cost the same or less than those using gas, save money over time, and improve health by reducing indoor pollution. Baker’s stance is supported by the real estate lobby, but opposed by advocates for affordable housing.
• The bill is too ambitious in seeking 50 percent reduction in climate pollution by 2030; he prefers a goal of 45 percent reduction, and less frequent monitoring of progress made. As the climate crisis intensifies, the Commonwealth’s actions need to be more aggressive, not less. 
• He complained about the Roadmap’s new Stretch Building Codes for clean energy, even though they are featured in his own plan. 
• The bill is weak on environmental justice. Actually, the Roadmap bill is a good start on justice issues, and environmental justice advocates are united in their support.
• The Roadmap bill does not address climate resilience. This is accurate, but not a justification for vetoing an otherwise substantial and beneficial bill. Climate groups stand ready to work with the Governor on climate resilience funding.

We're calling on Massachusetts to divest its pension fund from the oil, coal and gas companies that are ruining our climate and blocking real action on global warming. By divesting, we can align our investments with our values and loosen the stranglehold of fossil fuel companies on our economy and our democracy. We know divestment works: it's a time-honored tactic that has galvanized change on issues ranging from South Africa to tobacco. By divesting now, Massachusetts can offer much-needed national leadership on climate change and set an example for other states and countries to follow. It's time to divest!