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.
A Vision for Green Infrastructure in the Region
Bioswale | Photo via Aaron Volkening, Flickr Stormwater runoff is one the major contributors of pollution in our waterways on […]
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Wicked Hot Boston: Documenting Extreme Heat in the Greater Boston Area
As public schools let out this week in Greater Boston, summer fun is on people’s minds and many are planning […]
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Schools of Thought on Climate Change: MAPC’s Newest Art Installation
Climate change is already visible across the Metro Boston region, forcing individuals and communities to cope with increasingly severe weather, […]
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MAPC’s 2019-2020 Legislative Priorities
The deadline to file bills for the 2019-2020 Massachusetts legislative session was Friday, Jan. 19. Over 5,000 bills were filed […]
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Are You Proud of Your Bylaws and Policies?
We Want to Hear From You! The Metropolitan Area Planning Council is developing a resource for municipalities looking to adapt […]
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MAPC Launches Accelerating Climate Resiliency Grants
If you had the chance to do one small project to prepare your city or town for climate change, what […]
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