• Tree Planting Best Practices in the Northeast

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    In the webinar, Dr. Tony D'Amato and Dr. Peter Clark from the University of Vermont will describe a new tree planting guide developed for foresters and natural resources professionals working in the Northeast titled, "Reforestation Guide: Tree Planting to Enrich,…

  • Carbon Countdown 2025: State Support for Local Climate Initiatives

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    Join 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…

  • We Need to Talk: What if Staying is No Longer an Option?

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    As 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…

  • Balancing Building Reuse Vs. New Housing Development

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    Tear-down or reuse: what are the climate tradeoffs? Can we replace older housing with denser, transit oriented, and all-electric housing development? Can we limit embodied carbon impacts of new construction by building less and reusing more? How long is a…

  • Formidable Females: The Science of Female Birds & the Art They Inspire

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    Conservation, scientific research, and visual art come together in this talk that celebrates the pivotal role of the female bird in species survival and resilience. Conservation biologists Natasza Fontaine and Hyla Howe will discuss their field work with shorebirds and…

  • Mass Pollinator Network Habitat Chat

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    The Massachusetts Pollinator Network hosts monthly drop-in, informal meetings for participants from across the state to learn about topics relevant to our work, share projects, ask questions, and exchange knowledge, ideas, and updates. Whether you’re a seasoned community organizer, a…

  • Supporting Wildfire Resilience in Local Communities

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    Join us for a dynamic virtual networking event focused on understanding wildfire risk across the state, the ecological role of fire on the landscape, and how municipalities can reduce risk to their communities and increase their local resilience! Now, more…

  • Rescue Raptors from Rodenticides

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    Raptors, 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…

  • From Art to Activism with Rebecca McGee Tuck

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    Rebecca McGee Tuck traces her path from artist to environmental advocate, while sharing how her work collecting and transforming marine debris started with simple walks along the wrack line. Along the way, Rebecca found herself not only creating art but…

  • Human Health Risks of PFAS from Land-Applied Biosolids in Agriculture

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    Join the Potomac Riverkeeper Network (PRKN) for the first installment in a three-part PFAS Webinar Series, "Toxic 'Forever' Chemicals & Agriculture: Protecting Soil, Water, and Livelihoods". This series explores the impacts of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) on our environment…

  • Wild Plant Culture: Restoring Native Edible and Medicinal Plant Communities

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    A Massachusetts Pollinator Network Presentation Native edible and medicinal plant species can be integrated into gardens and ecological restoration projects to create habitats that support (and include) humans as part of local ecosystems. We'll consider stewarding edible and medicinal plant…

  • Battery Energy Storage Systems in Massachusetts: Benefits and Safety Considerations

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    As large-scale battery energy storage systems become more common throughout Massachusetts, many communities are seeking evidence-based information on the safety, value, and benefits of these systems. In this Clean Energy Group webinar tailored for Massachusetts communities, members of the Massachusetts…

  • Intro to Forest Carbon & Carbon Credits

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    Here in New England, our forests are one of the main ways that carbon is stored in our natural environment. Efforts to increase the storage of forest carbon have gained momentum in recent years as a way to mitigate the…

  • Identifying on iNaturalist: How you can help!

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    At its core, iNaturalist is about people helping each other identify and learn about the organisms they observe, but did you know only about 10% of the iNaturalist community identifies observations for others? Join iNaturalist for a webinar to learn…

  • Dam Busters 201: Peer-to-Peer Support for Community Engagement

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    Dam Busters 201 Webinar: Peer-to-Peer Support for Community Engagement Engage with your dam removal peers about the successes and pitfalls of community engagement. Work with your peers to answer questions and trade resources with the goal of enhancing your community…