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Planning101: Environment

Environment

Planning101 is a space for MAPC staff to share their wealth of knowledge on topics related to smart growth and regional collaboration. This blog covers a diverse range of issues that include transportation, clean energy, land use, environment, public health, local government, equity, the innovative usage of public data, and the process of creating digital tools.

This Playbook Helps Municipalities and Community Partners Prepare for Local Climate Impacts

December 2, 2025

This Playbook Helps Municipalities and Community Partners Prepare for Local Climate Impacts By Emma Zehner, Senior Clean Energy and Climate […]

From Local Sheltering to Regional Resilience: How Communities Are Getting Ready for Emergencies

October 23, 2025

From Local Sheltering to Regional Resilience: How Communities Are Getting Ready for Emergencies By Elizabeth Robert, Emergency Preparedness Manager Pictured: […]

Recapping the 2025 MARPA-DLS Conference

October 9, 2025

“Massachusetts doesn’t wait. We lead.” Recapping the 2025 MARPA-DLS Conference at the College of the Holy Cross October 7, 2025 […]

Five Years of Accelerating Climate Resilience Grants

September 17, 2025

The Accelerating Climate Resilience Grant: The First Five Years of Growth By Oliver Song, Environment Mindich Service Fellow September 17, […]

Zoning for Flood Resilience: How Local Regulations Can Help Communities Weather the Storm

September 3, 2025

Zoning for Flood Resilience: How Local Regulations Can Help Communities Weather the Storm By Jiwon Park, Regional Land Use Planner […]

Governor’s Environmental Bond Bill Summary

July 16, 2025

Summary of Governor’s Environmental Bond Bill Questions? Contact the MAPC Government Affairs Department: Leah Robins, Norman Abbott, and Georgia Barlow […]