Webinars
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Spotted Lanternfly in North America
OnlineJoin North American Invasive Species Management Association for an insightful webinar featuring a panel of experts discussing the spotted lanternfly invasion in North America. Learn about the biology and management of this invasive pest, debunk common myths, and gain updates…
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Recycle Smart MA – AMA About Recycling in MA
OnlineJoin Recycle Smart MA for another Ask Me Anything About Recycling in MA for a special Earth Month edition — April 17 at 7 p.m. ET! Not sure if your aluminum foil is recyclable? Wondering if you should replace caps or…
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Choosing a Land Conservation Tool – Landowner Webinar Series: Protecting Your Legacy Through Conservation-based Estate Planning
OnlineLandowner Webinar Series: Protecting Your Legacy Through Conservation-based Estate Planning Your land provides tremendous benefit to you and the public. This free webinar series will help you decide the future of your land and take steps to formalize a conservation-based estate plan…
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Bee-Friendly Retailer Scorecard
OnlineA Mass Pollinator Network Monthly Presentation A recent report commissioned by Friends of the Earth found that the U.S. food retail sector’s use of pesticides on just four crops could result in $219 billion in financial, climate, and biodiversity risks…
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The Small Sit | Backyard Birds: Trends, Changes, and What You Can Do
OnlineJoin The Small Sit, Manomet’s bite-sized virtual science series, each month as we learn about the wonders of why birds migrate, the importance of river herring in coastal food webs, and so much more! Bird populations are shifting, and some are…
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Dirty Secrets, Clean Soil: A Movement to Ban Toxic Sludge
OnlineFor decades, sewage sludge — a byproduct of wastewater treatment — has been marketed as a sustainable fertilizer. But the reality is far more dangerous. Loaded with PFAS (‘forever chemicals’), microplastics, and other toxic contaminants, sludge is poisoning our farmland,…
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Dam Busters 201: Streamlining Permitting for Restoration
OnlineDam Busters 201 Webinar 1: Streamlining Permitting for Restoration Massachusetts is a leader in wetlands restoration, including dam removals. The regulatory permitting system for working in rivers and wetlands is complex and was designed to limit development impacts. Efforts are…
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The Wondrous World of Fireflies
OnlineGrow Native Massachusetts: Evenings with Experts Fireflies are surely among our greatest ambassadors for Earth’s natural magic. For centuries their ethereal beauty has sparked wonder and inspired poets, artists, and children of all ages. Yet they hold so many mysteries!…
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Dam Busters 201: Community Engagement 101
OnlineDam Busters 201 Webinar 1: Community Engagement 101 Community Engagement 101: Back to Basics. What is community engagement and why do we do it? Learn the basics of community engagement, and best practices. Walk through developing stakeholder maps, outreach strategies,…
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How Do Forests Grow? (Up, Down, & Sideways!) Webinar
OnlineThe Woodlands Partnership of Northwest Massachusetts will host a free Zoom webinar titled "How Do Forests Grow? (Up, Down & Sideways!)" on Thursday, June 12, from noon to 1 p.m. This event marks the first in a series of educational…
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Rescue Raptors From Rodenticides
OnlineRaptors, coyotes, and other predators balance Massachusetts' ecosystems. But shocking numbers of these iconic creatures have been sickened and killed after eating poisoned rodents. Mass Audubon's Rescue Raptors program supports groups in communities across Massachusetts to reduce the use of…
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Accelerating the Pace of Wetlands Restoration
OnlineAlthough coastal and inland wetlands are now protected from most forms of development, historic impacts continue to degrade these systems, affecting water quality, flood resilience, fish passage, and ecosystem health. The scope of need is large – in Massachusetts alone…
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The Armadillos are Moving, but the Karner Blues are Trapped: Neonatives, Managed Relocation, and What to Do About Wildlife Climate Refugees
OnlineFor decades ecologists have used native and local seeds or organisms from specific regions, following the best ecological practices. This approach makes sense because plants and animals from local counties and states are more likely to thrive since they have…
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Massachusetts Heat Pump Incentives
OnlineConsidering upgrading your heating system? Green Energy Consumers Alliance is here to answer any questions you might have about heat pumps: a super-efficient heating and cooling option. They'll share what has been learned so far about heat pump rebates &…
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Dam Busters 201: National State of Dam Removal
OnlineDam Busters 201 Webinar 1: National State of Dam Removal Join for a review of where the United States stands in removing dams across the country. Staff from American Rivers will share national statistics on dam removal projects as well…
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Understanding the Massachusetts MOR-EV Rebate for Electric Cars
OnlineMassachusetts has had a rebate for electric cars since 2014, called MOR-EV. During this webinar, Green Energy Consumers Alliance will go over the rebate in depth, discussing: The rebate for new and used cars The larger rebate for income-qualified residents…
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Lower Bills, Cleaner Heat
OnlineLower Bills, Cleaner Heat: How proposed heat pump rates can save Massachusetts residents hundreds of dollars on their heating bills Heat pumps are already the most efficient way to heat and cool a home, but outdated electric rates mean many…
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Heat Pumps for Landlords: What You Need to Know
OnlineLandlords: Are you thinking about upgrading your property’s heating system? The City of Worcester’s Smart Energy Advice Program and Green Energy Consumers Alliance are here to help guide you through the process of switching to heat pumps in this informational…
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Green Municipal Aggregation and Your Community
OnlineThis webinar will highlight the benefits of Green Municipal Aggregation (GMA, or green Community Choice Electricity, CCE) in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. GMA/CCE allows a community to negotiate a bulk purchase of electricity for residents, which saves them money on…
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Green Municipal Aggregation and Your Community
OnlineThis webinar will highlight the benefits of Green Municipal Aggregation (GMA, or green Community Choice Electricity, CCE) in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. GMA/CCE allows a community to negotiate a bulk purchase of electricity for residents, which saves them money on…