Beyond Coal Massachusetts

5 Facts About Coal in Massachusetts

Massachusetts coal plants are responsible for 22 deaths every year
Massachusetts spends more than $205 Million each year buying coal from other countries
Coal provides less than 6% of the electricity mix in Massachusetts
Burning coal in Massachusetts releases unhealthy air pollution that fills our children's lungs while they play
Governor PAtrick can decide to move Massachusett's beyond coal to a clean energy economy that's built to last

To get invovled, contact Drew Grande

Tell Governor Patrick you care about a Coal Free Massachusetts: 617.725.4005

Holyoke Public Forum on Future of Mt. Tom Coal Plant, Community Transition

Local leaders convene open discussion reacting to news of plant’s uncertain future

On Wednesday, April 3rd, the Action for a Healthy Holyoke Coalition will host a public forum on the future of the Mt. Tom coal plant, as well as worker and community transition.

Massachusetts Paves the Way for New Renewable Energy Developments in the Region

Approval for long-term contracting will drive development, ensure affordability and reliability of clean power sources

Boston – Today the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities approved a process for the state’s largest utilities to enter into long-term contracts for clean energy sources like wind and solar. The move is a critical step towards driving new clean energy development in the region. Massachusetts is the first state in New England to issue such an aggressive plan for bringing clean, renewable energy to the region.

Maryland Latest to Commit to Offshore Wind, Pressure Builds on Massachusetts

MD Offshore Wind Act Will Help Build Clean Energy Economy in Mid-Atlantic