Tag: public health

Building a Cool Culture in the Lower Mystic: The Summer 2026 Cool Communications Campaign

Posted on June 23, 2026 at 12:36 pm. Written by Amanda Linehan

Massachusetts residents are no strangers to inclement weather conditions – preparing for winter weather is part of our culture. Extreme heat, however, is a newer public health threat in Massachusetts, […]

Heat Health Risk and Resilience Workshop (virtual)

Posted on December 16, 2025 at 10:45 am. Written by Amanda Belles

This is the second of two Fostering Collaborations to Strengthen Heat Resilience Workshops. In June 2025, the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) and the Center for Climate and Health at […]

Heat Resilience and Mobility Workshop (virtual)

Posted on December 16, 2025 at 10:40 am. Written by Amanda Belles

This is the first of two Fostering Collaborations to Strengthen Heat Resilience Workshops. In June 2025, the Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) and the Center for Climate and Health at […]

Experts, Leaders Convene for Symposium on Heat and Health Actions

Posted on June 27, 2025 at 12:55 pm. Written by Tim Viall

Experts, Leaders Convene for Symposium on Heat and Health Actions By Oliver Song, Environment Intern and Marine Gapihan, Clean Energy and Climate Intern June 27, 2025 – On June 18, […]

Fostering Collaborations: A Symposium to Advance Equitable Heat Health Actions

Posted on May 12, 2025 at 12:26 pm. Written by Amanda Belles

The Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) in partnership with the Center for Climate and Health at Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH), is hosting a regional symposium titled Fostering Collaborations: A Symposium […]

Town Hall | From Insight to Action: Evidence-Based Approaches to Heat Challenges, Opportunities, and Solutions (virtual)

Posted on April 18, 2025 at 2:44 pm. Written by Amanda Belles

The Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) in partnership with the Center for Climate and Health at Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH), will be hosting a regional symposium titled Fostering […]

Town Hall | Exploring Heat Resilience: Scenario-based Insights and Collaborative Solutions (virtual)

Posted on April 18, 2025 at 2:41 pm. Written by Amanda Belles

The Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) in partnership with the Center for Climate and Health at Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH), will be hosting a regional symposium titled Fostering […]

Beyond Alerts: Using Heat-Health Data to Inform Local Action (virtual)

Posted on April 18, 2025 at 2:36 pm. Written by Amanda Belles

The Metropolitan Area Planning Council (MAPC) in partnership with the Center for Climate and Health at Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH), will be hosting a regional symposium titled […]

Root Cause Solutions Exchange Informational Session (virtual)

Posted on February 4, 2025 at 9:47 am. Written by Amanda Belles

You’re invited to join the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) for an informational session about the Root Cause Solutions Exchange project (The Exchange), and to learn how it can […]

Climate Change and Social Resilience

Posted on May 29, 2024 at 1:12 pm. Written by Tim Viall

Climate Change and Social Resilience Written by Sasha Shyduroff-Gutman, Principal Planner Pictured: A block party in Cambridge, MA. Photo credit: City of Cambridge May 29, 2024 – In early May, […]