Planning101
Creating a more sustainable, equitable, collaborative, and climate-resilient region.
Planning101 is a space for MAPC staff to share their wealth of knowledge on different topics. 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.
Cooling Down the Metro Mayors Region: the Basics & Benefits of Cool Roofs
Cooling Down the Metro Mayors Region: the Basics & Benefits of Cool Roofs Written by Colleen Shortell, Clean Energy and […]
New Template Policy Language for Addressing Extreme Heat and Air Quality in Schools
New Template Policy Language for Addressing Extreme Heat and Air Quality in Schools Written by Sharon Ron, Assistant Director of […]
Officers and Executive Committee Elected, Staff Members Awarded at Annual Council Meeting
Officers and Executive Committee Elected, Staff Members Awarded at Annual Council Meeting Secretary of the Executive Office of Energy and […]
Climate Change and Social Resilience
Climate Change and Social Resilience Written by Sasha Shyduroff-Gutman, Principal Planner Pictured: A block party in Cambridge, MA. Photo credit: […]
Affordable Homes Act Policy Spotlight: Accessory Dwelling Units
Affordable Homes Act Policy Spotlight: Accessory Dwelling Units Written by Matt Walsh, Policy Analyst *Update* – ADUs legalized statewide! On […]
Advocates Gather for Community Safety Day on the Hill
Advocates Gather for Community Safety Day on the Hill Written by Rosemary Volinski, Program Specialist, Municipal Collaboration May 1, 2024 […]