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Residents
Household activities result in greenhouse gas emissions. Oil and natural gas use for heating; electricity for cooling, lights, appliances, computers, and other devices; gasoline to run cars and trucks; and waste disposal all result in greenhouse gas emissions.
- Greenhouse Gas Emission Calculator
- NSTAR's Energy Efficiency Programs
- For an NStar energy audit, call 1-866-527-7283
Businesses and Organizations
The following are resources for area businesses and organizations interested in reducing their environmental impact:
- Massachusetts Interfaith Power & Light - provides services to religious facilities looking to assess their energy use, increase efficiency, and use renewable energy.
- NSTAR's Business Energy Efficiency Programs
- For an NStar energy audit, call 1-781-441-8592
University Sustainability Activities
MIT and Harvard are Cambridge’s two largest employers. Both are engaged in assessing their greenhouse gas emissions and have started various initiatives to reduce their emissions.
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Climate Protection Case Studies
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Green Buildings
Cambridge has become a hotbed of green building activity. A number of buildings have used LEED and incorporate environmentally sustainable features. The Cambridge Planning Board also encourages developers to use the LEED rating system under the Project Review guidelines of the Zoning Ordinance. Special Permit applications are expected to include a preliminary LEED checklist and narrative.
- Learn more about Green Buildings in Cambridge.
- Learn more about about the City Hall Annex, a LEED Gold Green Building.
Renewable Energy In Cambridge
Many different types of renewable energy systems available that provide clean energy, avoid greenhouse gas emissions, and reduce monthly energy bills.
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of Cambridge Renewable Energy Installations.
For More Information
For more information about climate protection activities in Cambridge please contact John Bolduc, Environmental Planner, jbolduc@cambridgema.gov, at 617/349-4628. The Community Development Department TTY line is 617/349-4621.
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