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“Why the city should buy Boston’s Crane Ledge Woods”
By José C. Massó III and James Michel, members of the Crane Ledge Woods Coalition This Opinion appears in the March 4th issue of The Boston Globe. On the border of Hyde Park, Mattapan, and Roslindale lies a 24-acre sanctuary, something increasingly rare in Boston: wild, urban woodland. Crane Ledge Woods — with its sweeping tree canopy, stunning vistas, climate
“On the Ballot: A New Way to Protect Massachusetts’ Natural Resources”
[Excerpted from a special report by Elnora Thompson and Andrew Sharpe for The Dorchester Reporter, February 12, 2026.] “…Our state’s forests and other natural areas help reduce runoff in our lakes, rivers and streams — protecting the quality of the drinking water in our taps and wells. And by supporting our outdoor recreation industry, providing clean water and locally grown
“Our efforts to protect Crane Ledge Woods continue in 2026.”
By José C. Massó III, on behalf of the Crane Ledge Woods Coalition (CLWC) We remain optimistic for the ultimate success of our positive vision: a “win-win” willing seller acquisition of the 24-acre woodland, led by Mayor Wu and the City of Boston. To recall, in September 2024 the City of Boston Planning and Development Board reluctantly approved a 204-unit
Taking Action Against Federal Rollbacks
The Boston Globe reports that Massachusetts leaders are pushing back against the federal administration’s aggressive moves to “give polluters a free pass.” In a February 13th article by reporter Tonya Alanez, Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell is cited as one of the most forceful opponents of new Environmental Protection Agency actions to repeal science-based rulings that have long governed emissions
“How to power the world 24/7—without oil.”
Cindy Taff left Shell to prove that drilling for geothermal heat instead of hydrocarbons can deliver what solar, wind and fossil fuels can’t—clean, renewable power at all times, regardless of weather. Could this be the breakthrough that finally solves our energy challenges? “Energy is everywhere beneath our feet. We need to tap into it.” A vast energy source lies beneath
Geothermal Networks: A Path to Fossil Freedom—An Earth Day Event
This event is a collaboration of the Neighborhood Association of Back Bay (NABB) and local environment organizations including the Boston Green New Deal, HEET, Boston Climate Action Network (BCAN), Sierra Club Mass Chapter, Gas Transition Allies, Mothers Out Front, Boston Architectural College, Black Swan Lab, Boston Green Ribbon Commission, and the North American Indian Center of Boston.
“Why the city should buy Boston’s Crane Ledge Woods”
By José C. Massó III and James Michel, members of the Crane Ledge Woods Coalition This Opinion appears in the March 4th issue of The Boston Globe. On the border of Hyde Park, Mattapan, and Roslindale lies a 24-acre sanctuary, something increasingly rare in Boston: wild, urban woodland. Crane Ledge Woods — with its sweeping tree canopy, stunning vistas, climate
“On the Ballot: A New Way to Protect Massachusetts’ Natural Resources”
[Excerpted from a special report by Elnora Thompson and Andrew Sharpe for The Dorchester Reporter, February 12, 2026.] “…Our state’s forests and other natural areas help reduce runoff in our lakes, rivers and streams — protecting the quality of the drinking water in our taps and wells. And by supporting our outdoor recreation industry, providing clean water and locally grown
“Our efforts to protect Crane Ledge Woods continue in 2026.”
By José C. Massó III, on behalf of the Crane Ledge Woods Coalition (CLWC) We remain optimistic for the ultimate success of our positive vision: a “win-win” willing seller acquisition of the 24-acre woodland, led by Mayor Wu and the City of Boston. To recall, in September 2024 the City of Boston Planning and Development Board reluctantly approved a 204-unit
Taking Action Against Federal Rollbacks
The Boston Globe reports that Massachusetts leaders are pushing back against the federal administration’s aggressive moves to “give polluters a free pass.” In a February 13th article by reporter Tonya Alanez, Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell is cited as one of the most forceful opponents of new Environmental Protection Agency actions to repeal science-based rulings that have long governed emissions
“Northeast US Geothermal Energy Projects Forge Ahead as States See Value”
An ENREAST report from last April highlights the progress that Massachusetts and New York are making in allowing regulated utilities to develop geothermal energy network pilot projects. The goal: “utility-scale clean energy delivery.”
“How to power the world 24/7—without oil.”
Cindy Taff left Shell to prove that drilling for geothermal heat instead of hydrocarbons can deliver what solar, wind and fossil fuels can’t—clean, renewable power at all times, regardless of weather. Could this be the breakthrough that finally solves our energy challenges? “Energy is everywhere beneath our feet. We need to tap into it.” A vast energy source lies beneath