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Environmental League of Massachusetts @enviroleaguema.bsky.social · 21m

The ELM Action Fund endorses Jared Nicholson for re-election as Lynn Mayor!

First elected in 2021, he has worked to expand biking & #Transportation infrastructure, secure #Conservation measures, & reduce pollution at King’s Beach.

🍃 jarednicholson.org

Environmental League of Massachusetts @enviroleaguema.bsky.social · 23h

With a coalition of partners, ELM submitted joint comments to Mass DPU, urging the DPU to clarify that gas utilities’ “Obligation to Serve” does not require 100% customer participation before a neighborhood can move forward with all #ElectricHeating & #NonGasAlternatives.

Environmental League of Massachusetts @enviroleaguema.bsky.social · 23h

“Public utilities exist to serve the public good – not to endlessly preserve outdated technology & business models," - @sustainabr.bsky.social.

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ELM Urges Progress on All-Electric Heating & Non-Gas Alternatives | The Environmental League of Massachusetts (ELM)

October 7, 2025 – The Environmental League of Massachusetts, along with a coalition of partners, submitted joint comments to the Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities (DPU) on utilities’ Climat...

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Environmental League of Massachusetts @enviroleaguema.bsky.social · 1d

The ELM Action Fund is excited to endorse Mayor Joe Petty for re-election!

Since 2012, he has championed #ClimateAction in Worcester. In his next term, he will focus on increasing #TreeCanopy, investing in #ClimateJustice & expanding #GreenInfrastructure.

Learn more ➡️ joepetty.org

Environmental League of Massachusetts @enviroleaguema.bsky.social · 1d

The ELM Action Fund is proud to endorse @bilottafordistrict2.com for Worcester City Council!

A long-time community advocate, he is focused on creating #EnergyEfficient infrastructure, maintaining #FareFree transit & expanding accessibility.

Learn more at bilottafordistrict2.com

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Environmental League of Massachusetts @enviroleaguema.bsky.social · 4d

The ELM Action Fund endorses Keith Sonia for Beverly City Council At-Large!

With more than 2 decades of experience in government & politics, he is focused on improving #CoastalResiliency, reducing #GHGEmissions & investing in #ClimateMitigation.

Learn more: www.keithsonia.com

Environmental League of Massachusetts @enviroleaguema.bsky.social · 4d

The ELM Action Fund endorses Danielle Spang for re-election to Beverly City Council Ward 2!

Serving on the City Council since 2023, her priorities include #WasteReduction, #BuildingDecarbonization & #ClimateMitigation programs.

Learn more: www.daniellespang.com

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Environmental League of Massachusetts @enviroleaguema.bsky.social · 4d

🍃 The ELM Action Fund's Beverly City Council endorsements ⬇️

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Environmental League of Massachusetts @enviroleaguema.bsky.social · 5d

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Trump administration terminates funding for dozens of New England energy projects - The Boston Globe

The previously-approved funds would have gone toward clean energy projects by New England-based organizations, including deploying electric school buses and cutting the cost of solar panels.

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Environmental League of Massachusetts @enviroleaguema.bsky.social · 5d

“The Trump admin, across the board, is stifling innovation” - @caseybowers.bsky.social.
The admin is blocking #CleanEnergy projects that move us toward a healthier future. MA is a model for #ClimateAction & our residents want & deserve solutions that protect our #Environment & strengthen our economy

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Environmental League of Massachusetts @enviroleaguema.bsky.social · 5d

The ELM Action Fund endorses Jonathan Guzman for re-election to the Lawrence School Committee!

Elected in 2020, he brings a deep commitment to equity, #Sustainability & community advocacy. His leadership reflects a vision for healthier, greener schools in Lawrence.

More ➡️ electguzman.org

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Environmental League of Massachusetts @enviroleaguema.bsky.social · 6d

The ELM Action Fund endorses Melissa Lewandowski for re-election to Haverhill City Council Ward 4! A strong local leader on #Climate, she champions environmental regulations, mitigation planning & #PFAS testing.

Learn more at www.melissa4haverhill.com

Environmental League of Massachusetts @enviroleaguema.bsky.social · 6d

The ELM Action Fund is proud to endorse Jessica Avery for Chicopee City Council At-Large! With experience in both politics & the #Energy sector, her priorities include expanding #CleanEnergy, protecting land & reducing emissions from Westover Air Force Base.
More at avery4chicopee.com

Environmental League of Massachusetts @enviroleaguema.bsky.social · 6d

⚡A coal-free New England is finally here. The closure of Merrimack Station—the region’s last coal-fired power plant—marks a powerful step toward cleaner air & healthier communities.

Its retirement is a victory for #PublicHealth & for the momentum of our #CleanEnergy economy.

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Coal power is gone: Merrimack Station in Bow has shut for good - Concord Monitor

Six decades after it began, coal-fired electricity is officially gone from New England following the shut-down of Merrimack Station in Bow, the region’s last power plant of its kind. Merrimack Station...

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Environmental League of Massachusetts @enviroleaguema.bsky.social · 6d

At ELM, we know MA has the responsibility to lead the nation on #ClimateSolutions & build a vibrant, affordable #CleanEnergy future. Our communities cannot afford this disruption.

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Environmental League of Massachusetts @enviroleaguema.bsky.social · 6d

A federal government shutdown doesn’t just close Washington – it directly blocks MA from the critical #climate work our residents want & need. With 90% of EPA staff furloughed, including ~600 in New England, we're losing the expertise & enforcement capacity needed to protect our health.

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Environmental League of Massachusetts @enviroleaguema.bsky.social · 6d

The ELM Action Fund endorses Maggie McKee for Quincy City Council Ward 5!
As Co-Founder of Quincy Votes! & Founder of the Quincy Tree Alliance, she brings expertise in #Sustainability & advocacy. Her focuses include #WasteReduction, #LandPreservation & #BuildingDecarbonization.
maggieforquincy.com

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Environmental League of Massachusetts @enviroleaguema.bsky.social · 7d

The ELM Action Fund is proud to endorse @electjuanma.bsky.social for re-election to Revere City Council At-Large!

A true #ClimateChamp in his community, he will continue working to #Decarbonize buildings, electrify #Transit & expand #Solar access.

Learn more 👉 www.electjuanma.com

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Environmental League of Massachusetts @enviroleaguema.bsky.social · 7d

The ELM Action Fund endorses Lindsi Sekula for Easthampton Mayor!

With a clear vision for a greener Easthampton, she's running on a strong #Climate platform that prioritizes investing in #GreenInfrastructure, promoting clean #Transit & fostering community #Sustainability.

🍃 www.lindsisekula.com

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Environmental League of Massachusetts @enviroleaguema.bsky.social · 8d

The ELM Action Fund is excited to endorse Uduak Enyiema for Agawam City Council At-Large! With over a decade of experience in community leadership & advocacy, she brings focus on #SolarEnergy & energy upgrades, & training support for equitable #GreenJobs.

More ➡️ www.uduakenyiema.com

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Etel Haxhiaj (ha-jee-eye) @etelhaxhiaj.bsky.social · 8d

Thank you so much @enviroleaguema.bsky.social for your support. It’s great to earn your endorsement & to continue the work of protecting our neighborhoods from gas leaks, protecting our trees from developments and keep our focus on divesting from fossils fuels. Thank you!! 🌍

Environmental League of Massachusetts @enviroleaguema.bsky.social · 9d

The ELM Action Fund is proud to endorse @etelhaxhiaj.bsky.social for Worcester City Council District 5! Cllr. Haxhiaj has been a strong climate partner throughout her incumbency, championing accessible #Transit, improved #GreenSpaces & #EmissionsReduction.

More at etelforworcester.com/

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Environmental League of Massachusetts @enviroleaguema.bsky.social · 8d

The ELM Action Fund is excited to endorse Tom Hendrickson for re-election to Agawam City Council At-Large! Since joining the Council in 2022, he has advocated for lower #EnergyPrices, streamlined #WasteReduction, & expanded usage of #RenewableEnergy.

Learn more at www.tomhendrickson.org

Environmental League of Massachusetts @enviroleaguema.bsky.social · 9d

The ELM Action Fund is proud to endorse @etelhaxhiaj.bsky.social for Worcester City Council District 5! Cllr. Haxhiaj has been a strong climate partner throughout her incumbency, championing accessible #Transit, improved #GreenSpaces & #EmissionsReduction.

More at etelforworcester.com/

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Environmental League of Massachusetts @enviroleaguema.bsky.social · 14d

AG Campbell & 22 other AGs have called on the Trump Admin. to abandon its proposal to repeal the EPA’s 2009 #EndangermentFinding. ELM applauds AG Campbell’s leadership in defending science, #PublicHealth, & our #ClimateGoals. Massachusetts - & the nation - cannot afford to reverse course.

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Environmental League of Massachusetts @enviroleaguema.bsky.social · 14d

“Two decades ago, the MA AG’s office led the fight to protect people from the proven dangers of #GHG emissions. #ClimateChange is real & it is here. EPA’s rushed proposal defies common sense, science & the law at the expense of our health and wellbeing" - @massago.bsky.social.

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