By Bob Katzen

Gov. Healey announced the awarding of $1.75 million in Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grants to 45 municipalities across Massachusetts to fund 29 clean energy initiatives that help municipalities meet their own climate goals and share the benefits of climate action equitably.

“Massachusetts’ cities and towns are on the front lines fighting climate change, and we are committed to supporting their efforts through funding like Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grants and more broadly through our Green Communities Program,” said Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary Rebecca Tepper. “These grants will help municipalities reduce their use of harmful fossil fuels, protect local governments from energy price volatility and help build more resilient communities.”

“Energy efficiency and building decarbonization is core to our strategy to combat climate change and lower energy costs,” said Department of Energy Resources Commissioner Elizabeth Mahony. “With this funding, 45 communities will get another chance to reduce their energy needs and municipal budgets. The energy manager seed funds will help many communities who want to act but lack the resources to plan expansive energy projects leverage additional funding.”