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Electrify Everything in the Home!
*where and when it makes sense to do so

December 4, 7 PM

Ross Trethewey, P.E., M.Eng.,
Building Engineer for This Old House and Ask This Old House

Ross Trethewey is Principal of TE2 Engineering with extensive experience updating homes to create a more energy-efficient and sustainable environment. He has a pragmatic approach to the important topic of electrication and the removal of fossil fuels from the home. His presentation provides an excellent holistic view of the aspects you as a homeowner need to consider when looking at energy efficiency changes that also provide a better environment for healthier living.

Sponsor: CFREE subcommittee of Lincoln Green Energy Committee

Co-sponsors: MetroWest Climate Solutions, Green Newton, MassEnergize, Electrify Arlington

Click here to register for this free online webinar

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Forests for our Future: The Role of Massachusetts Forests in Combating Climate Change (Part III)

November 12, 7 PM

Massachusetts is unique in being both among the most populated and most forested states. Residents of the Commonwealth look to forests for so much: from wood to water, from walking trails to wildlife. 

Recently, we added climate stabilization to the list. Massachusetts is now legislatively committed to reaching “Net Zero” greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.  Forests are expected to put the “Net” into this “Net Zero” goal.  According to the legislation, forest carbon sequestration (sometimes called "negative emissions”) can be counted to offset up to 15% of the emissions reduction goal. Is this a good idea? Is it even possible? How can we influence forests’ ability to sequester and store carbon? 

Dr. Jonathan Thompson at Harvard Forest will discuss these questions in the context of long-term forest ecosystem dynamics and try to understand the role of Massachusetts forests in combating climate change.