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Weaving Indigenous Stories Symposium (Online)

May 30, 2025
2025-05-30T11:00:14 - 2025-05-30T17:00:14

Indigenous peoples, histories, stories, and culture have been erased from the City of Boston and Massachusetts. You rarely see the mention of our peoples across the City and if you do, it’s rarely from an Indigenous perspective. Due to the history of erasure in Massachusetts, you don’t see many events or convenings centering Indigenous knowledge. Our history in this city and state needs to reckon with that exclusion and erasure.

In partnership with the North American Indian Center of Boston and Northeastern University, we are hosting our second annual Indigenous symposium. These annual events will be led by Indigenous peoples, centering and platforming Indigenous knowledge. This year we’d like to focus on land and the work that Indigenous communities are doing to protect land and restore land. This will be a one day event, two panel discussions, and exhibition of art.

Proposed Schedule:

Panel Discussion

  • Land Back + Conservation + Environmental Justice
  • Cultural Preservation

Artist show + Artist Share Out

Our symposium is sponsored by: City of Boston, City of Boston Equity and Inclusion, North American Indian Center of Boston, and Mills College at Northeastern.

Accessibility, Health and Safety:

  • Our online event will include automated captions.
May 30, 2025
2025-05-30T11:00:14 - 2025-05-30T17:00:14
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Zero Waste 101 Webinar

Join the City of Boston's Zero Waste Team for a webinar with Kathryn Kellogg who will share simple tips and tricks for zero waste living. 

May 14, 2025
2025-05-14T12:00:05 - 2025-05-14T13:00:05

Register for the webinar

Going Zero Waste one-pager

 

Katherine Kellogg breaks zero waste living down into a super simple step-by-step process with lots of positivity and love.

Author of three books: 101 Ways to Go Zero Waste, Zero Waste Kids, and 101 Tips for a Zero Waste Kitchen.

She's a spokesperson for plastic-free living for National Geographic and the CEO of Kayaness, a sustainable women's wellness brand. 

Earth Day Every Day

Save money, reduce waste, live healthier a life for both yourself and the planet - sound too good to be true?

Katherine Kellogg breaks eco-friendly living down in a non-judgmental way to help you live a more sustainable life.

This talk will start with the fundamentals of zero waste living, and by the end of it, you'll walk away with easy, actionable tips you can implement in your life right away.

May 14, 2025
2025-05-14T12:00:05 - 2025-05-14T13:00:05
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Boston's Climate Action Plan: Public Information Session

The City of Boston has ambitious carbon emissions reduction and resilience goals for 2030. We are developing an all-of-city approach to combat climate risk and ensure a just transistion to a clean energy future. 

April 9, 2025
2025-04-09T18:30:38 - 2025-04-09T19:30:38

Please join us for the Climate Action Plan 2030 Public Launch Virtual Meeting. The Climate Action Plan will outline strategies to reduce emissions, increase climate resilience, and ensure equitable outcomes for all residents, especially those in Environmental Justice (EJ) neighborhoods. During this meeting we we will share more details about the Climate Action Plan Update, review the timeline, engagement plan, as well as how to get involved. This meeting will be held virtually on Zoom. Please be sure to register!

April 9, 2025
2025-04-09T18:30:38 - 2025-04-09T19:30:38
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Plastic People Film Screening

Join the City of Boston's Zero Waste Team and the Boston Public Library for a free showing of the 2024 award winning film Plastic People: The Hidden Crisis of Microplastics. The film will be followed by a discussion.

April 17, 2025
2025-04-17T17:30:54 - 2025-04-17T19:30:54

When: Thursday, April 17, 2025 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.  

Where:  JP library on 30 South Street, next to Curtis Hall. 

Film Runtime: 82 minutes 

See the Plastic People trailer

Please arrive on time, or even a few minutes early so that we can begin the film on time. We would like to leave plenty of time to discuss the film. We will also answer questions about proper recycling practices in Boston. Many plastics are accepted in Boston's curbside recycling program. That program is a free and easy way to dispose of many of the plastic containers we still encounter everyday. 

April 17, 2025
2025-04-17T17:30:54 - 2025-04-17T19:30:54
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JFK Elementary Geothermal Project Public Meeting

Renew Boston Trust is a program that invests in energy conservation upgrades for City buildings. The current phase focuses on carbon reduction upgrades in Boston Public Schools.

April 14, 2025
2025-04-14T18:00:53 - 2025-04-14T19:30:53

Join the City of Boston for a public meeting to discuss:

  • Progress updates from the Summer 2024 JFK Geothermal well drilling
  • Address community questions and concerns
  • Review engagement and project improvement plans for Summer 2025

Please note: Interpretation will be available.

April 14, 2025
2025-04-14T18:00:53 - 2025-04-14T19:30:53
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E-Bikes Incentive Program: Virtual Info Session and Applications Demo

Join us for a virtual info-session to learn more about the Boston E-Bikes Incentive Program!

April 4, 2025
2025-04-04T12:00:47 - 2025-04-04T13:00:47

We will give an overview of the Boston E-Bikes Incentive Program, and provide updates, including a list of participating bike shops. We will also demonstrate how to submit an application. At the end of the time we will open it to questions.

ASL interpretation and other language interpretations will be available for this virtual info-session, and the session will be recorded. If you can not attend the session, you can still sign up and receive the recording, along with interpretations.

April 4, 2025
2025-04-04T12:00:47 - 2025-04-04T13:00:47
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In-Person BERDO Workshop: Roxbury, Dorchester and South End

Are you a BERDO building owner looking for support with BERDO compliance?

April 16, 2025
  • 3:00pm - 7:00pm
  • Bruce C. Bolling Municipal Building
    2300 Washington St
    Roxbury, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Simenesh Semine
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
    Roxbury
    South End
  • Posted:
2025-04-16T15:00:00 - 2025-04-16T19:00:00

BERDO building owners and property managers in Roxbury, Dorchester, or the South End are invited to join us at the Bruce C. Bolling Municipal Building for an in-person BERDO workshop.   

Join US to:
  1. Find out if you are eligible for free reporting and verification services
  2. Get a free consultation with a BERDO expert to:
    1. Get to BERDO reporting compliance
    2. Understand your emissions projections and emissions compliance options
    3. Review flexibility measures
    4. Learn about Mass Save services and incentives
    5. Learn about Boston Community Choice Electricity
Come prepared

Optional materials to bring to assist with your consultation:

  • Computer (a limited number of computers will also be available at the location)
  • Parcel ID# or BERDO ID# for your building(s)
RSVP IS ENCOURAGED, BUT WALK-INS ARE WELCOMED

RSVP HERE

 

Notice of Accommodations: Interpretation, translation, and disability accommodation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please RSVP using the link above or contact us at simenesh.semine@boston.gov or at 617-635-3850. 

April 16, 2025
  • 3:00pm - 7:00pm
  • Bruce C. Bolling Municipal Building
    2300 Washington St
    Roxbury, MA 02119
  • Contact:
    Simenesh Semine
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Dorchester
    Roxbury
    South End
  • Posted:
2025-04-16T15:00:00 - 2025-04-16T19:00:00
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In-Person BERDO Workshop: South Boston and Seaport

Are you a BERDO building owner looking for support with BERDO compliance?

March 27, 2025
  • 3:00pm - 7:00pm
  • South Boston Branch Boston Public Library
    646 E Broadway
    South Boston, MA 02127
  • Contact:
    Simenesh Semine
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    South Boston
  • Posted:
2025-03-27T15:00:00 - 2025-03-27T19:00:00

BERDO building owners and property managers in South Boston and Seaport are invited to join us at the South Boston Branch of the Boston Public Library for an in-person BERDO workshop.   

Join US to:
  1. Find out if you are eligible for free reporting and verification services
  2. Get a free consultation with a BERDO expert to:
    1. Get to BERDO reporting compliance
    2. Understand your emissions projections and emissions compliance options
    3. Review flexibility measures
    4. Learn about Mass Save services and incentives
    5. Learn about Boston Community Choice Electricity
Come prepared

Optional materials to bring to assist with your consultation:

  • Computer (a limited number of computers will also be available at the location)
  • Parcel ID# or BERDO ID# for your building(s)
RSVP IS ENCOURAGED, BUT WALK-INS ARE WELCOMED

RSVP HERE

 

Notice of Accommodations: Interpretation, translation, and disability accommodation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please RSVP using the link above or contact us at simenesh.semine@boston.gov or at 617-635-3850. 

March 27, 2025
  • 3:00pm - 7:00pm
  • South Boston Branch Boston Public Library
    646 E Broadway
    South Boston, MA 02127
  • Contact:
    Simenesh Semine
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    South Boston
  • Posted:
2025-03-27T15:00:00 - 2025-03-27T19:00:00
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In-Person BERDO Workshop: Chinatown, Downtown, North End, Beacon Hill, West End

Are you a BERDO building owner looking for support with BERDO compliance?

March 26, 2025
  • 3:00pm - 7:00pm
  • Civic Pavilion, 5 Congress St
    Boston, MA 02203
  • Contact:
    Simenesh Semine
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Beacon Hill
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Downtown
    North End
    West End
  • Posted:
2025-03-26T15:00:01 - 2025-03-26T19:00:00

BERDO building owners and property managers in Chinatown, Downtown, the North End, Beacon Hill, or the West End are invited to join us at the Civic Pavilion for an in-person BERDO workshop.   

Join US to:
  1. Find out if you are eligible for free reporting and verification services
  2. Get a free consultation with a BERDO expert to:
    1. Get to BERDO reporting compliance
    2. Understand your emissions projections and emissions compliance options
    3. Review flexibility measures
    4. Learn about Mass Save services and incentives
    5. Learn about Boston Community Choice Electricity
Come prepared

Optional materials to bring to assist with your consultation:

  • Computer (a limited number of computers will also be available at the location)
  • Parcel ID# or BERDO ID# for your building(s)
RSVP IS ENCOURAGED, BUT WALK-INS ARE WELCOMED

RSVP HERE

 

Notice of Accommodations: Interpretation, translation, and disability accommodation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please RSVP using the link above or contact us at simenesh.semine@boston.gov or at 617-635-3850. 

March 26, 2025
  • 3:00pm - 7:00pm
  • Civic Pavilion, 5 Congress St
    Boston, MA 02203
  • Contact:
    Simenesh Semine
  • Price:
    FREE
  • Neighborhood:
    Beacon Hill
    Chinatown/Leather District
    Downtown
    North End
    West End
  • Posted:
2025-03-26T15:00:01 - 2025-03-26T19:00:00
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Equitable Emissions Investment Fund Information Session

Join the BERDO team to learn more about the Equitable Emissions Investment Fund 2025 application cycle.

April 23, 2025
2025-04-23T13:00:00 - 2025-04-23T14:00:00

The Equitable Emissions Investment Fund is designed projects aimed at reducing building emissions. For the 2025 application cycle, the Review Board has allocated up to $750,000 and seeks to make at least four awards, not to exceed $250,000 each.

Agenda
  • Short overview of the Equitable Emissions Investment Fund
  • Question and Answer session

Register for this event

For more information please visit the Fund Website and the Grant Announcement.

Notice of Accommodation: Interpretation, translation, and disability accommodation services are available to you at no cost. If you need them, please contact us at BerdoReviewBoard@boston.gov or at 617-635-1732.

April 23, 2025
2025-04-23T13:00:00 - 2025-04-23T14:00:00
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