Climate Change
Events
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Understanding Forest Carbon and Climate Adaptation with Dr. Alexandra Kosiba
OnlineForest ecologist, tree physiologist, and assistant professor of forestry at University of Vermont Extension Dr. Alexandra (Ali) Kosiba will present on the forest carbon cycle, northeastern forests’ role in mitigating the impacts of climate change, and how decision makers can…
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Climate Change, Tree Migration, and the Future of Northeastern Forests
OnlineJoin Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies for a special lecture by Dr. Angelica Patterson, a plant ecophysiologist and science communicator from Mount Holyoke College. She will explore how climate-induced shifts in the tree species that make up northeastern forests may…
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Learn About Dalton’s Climate Action Plan
Dalton Senior Center 40 Field Street, Dalton, MA, United StatesDATE: Saturday, April 12 TIME: 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM LOCATION: Dalton Senior Center, 40 Field Street
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Youth Climate Stories Exhibit Opening and Reception
The Hitchcock Center 845 West St., Amherst, MAThis project elevates youth voices and tells the untold stories of young people and their experiences, understanding, and responses to climate change. The goals of this project are to use youth storytelling as a vehicle for inspiring young people to…
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In A Rapidly Changing World, Greenland’s Real Value Is Its Ice
OnlineThe OLLI Distinguished Speakers Series presents: In A Rapidly Changing World, Greenland’s Real Value Is Its Ice with Dr. Paul Bierman Today, Greenland and the Arctic are ground-zero for climate change as record global temperatures melt the region’s ice, snow, and…
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Hike to Examine Local Effects of Climate Change
Petersburg Pass Route 2, Petersburg, NYJoin Williamstown Rural Lands for a 3-mile, moderate hike along the Taconic Range and Shepherd’s Well. Along the way, view evidence of wildly different past climates and see how we monitor climate change today.. Visit this link for more information…
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Guided Hike: Examine the Local Effects of Climate Change
Petersburg Pass Route 2, Petersburg, NYExamine Local Effects of Climate Change via Shepherd’s Well Distance: 3 miles Difficulty: Moderate Hike Leader: Allen Pope Climate change is a global challenge with impacts right here in Williamstown. Come for a three-mile hike along the Taconic Crest & Shepherd’s Well Trails…
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From Barriers to Blueprints: Evolving Environmental Regulations for a Resilient Future
OnlineAs the climate crisis accelerates, state and local governments are rethinking outdated policies and building a regulatory foundation for climate resilience. This forum will spotlight innovative approaches to updating regulations, many of which were originally written without climate change in…
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WIT 2025: Catherine Coleman Flowers and Peter Hotez in Conversation with Jeremy S. Faust
Shakespeare & Company 70 Kemble Street, Lenox, MA, United States +1 moreListening is a form of activism. Please note that, due to unforeseen circumstances, Catherine Coleman Flowers and Peter Hotez will be appearing virtually at this event, not in person as originally intended. The session will be introduced in person by Authors…
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National Public Lands Day
Great Falls Discovery Center 2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MAJoin Standing Trees, Sierra Club MA, Save Mass Forests, RESTORE: the Northwoods, and other groups from across New England to celebrate National Public Lands Day. Expect fun, food, music, art, and an opportunity to deepen your knowledge about New England…
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Climate, Democracy and our Future: Ecology, Economy and Energy, in Franklin County and Beyond
Greenfield Community College 1 College Dr, Greenfield, MAA Student-Community Forum at Greenfield Community College How are key areas of our community -- local agriculture, forestry, water issues, economy and energy -- related to the twin crises of climate change and attacks on democracy? How can we work…
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The Potential of Forests in Massachusetts to Address Climate Change – Elders Climate Action Deep Dialogue
OnlineElders Climate Action has invited Dr. Richard Birdsey back to delve into the many questions that couldn't be discussed at the previous October 14 chapter meeting. Here is a link to that October 14 chapter meeting if you missed it or…
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We Need to Talk: What if Staying is No Longer an Option?
OnlineAs climate resilience practitioners, we are focused on preventing harm to vulnerable people and places. But we know that, for many communities, the decision may one day arrive at having to move out of harm’s way. What then? What needs…
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Carbon Countdown 2025: State Support for Local Climate Initiatives
OnlineJoin Sustainable Middlesex for Carbon Countdown 2025 to hear from Senator Mike Barrett and learn how State programs are backing local climate projects! Senator Mike Barrett will give an update on the State Legislature's efforts regarding Climate Change Carbon Countdown…
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“Winning on Climate in a System Stacked Against Us” Organizers’ Tales of State House Adventures from Climate Action Now
OnlineClimate Action Now and Local Energy Advocates invite climate organizers and activists statewide to join for an evening of reflection and conversation with special guest speaker Jess Nahigian. Jess has many tales to tell about life as a climate organizer…
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Act on Climate with 350Mass Berkshires
OnlineJoin members of 350Mass, the local climate group, at their monthly zoom meetings (and sometimes in-person) for good conversation and effective action. Learn about their efforts to promote affordable renewable energy and sustainable building practices in our schools, homes, and…
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Why We Need Oaks, and How to Save Them with Doug Tallamy
Online +1 moreJoin the Cary Institute for Ecosystem Services for a book talk on The Nature of Oaks: The Rich Ecology of Our Most Essential Native Trees, presented by ecologist and New York Times bestselling author Doug Tallamy. Using the months of…
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Act on Climate with 350Mass Berkshires
OnlineJoin members of 350Mass, the local climate group, at their monthly zoom meetings (and sometimes in-person) for good conversation and effective action. Learn about their efforts to promote affordable renewable energy and sustainable building practices in our schools, homes, and…
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Project Drawdown Video and Group Discussion
Lee Library 100 Main St, Lee, MA, United StatesThe Drawdown Roadmap: Using Science to Guide Climate Action In this follow-up to Climate Solutions 101, Jonathan Foley, Ph.D., presents a science-based guide for strategically organizing currently available technologies and practices to halt climate change. Before joining Project Drawdown, Dr.…
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Act on Climate with 350Mass Berkshires
OnlineJoin members of 350Mass, the local climate group, at their monthly zoom meetings (and sometimes in-person) for good conversation and effective action. Learn about their efforts to promote affordable renewable energy and sustainable building practices in our schools, homes, and…