US EditionMassachusetts Considers Expanding Effort To Ban Gas In New Buildings
The bill would double participating cities from 10 to 20, aiming to reduce emissions and lower energy costs without slowing housing development, lawmakers said.
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Massachusetts Considers Expanding Effort To Ban Gas In New Buildings
Massachusetts lawmakers may double the number of cities and towns allowed to ban fossil fuels in new construction. A bill under consideration would add up to 10 communities to an ongoing pilot program that proponents say is already reducing emissions, making homes healthier, and lowering energy bills — all without stifling the development of new housing.
Massachusetts considers expanding effort to ban gas in new buildings
Massachusetts lawmakers may double the number of cities and towns allowed to ban fossil fuels in new construction. A bill under consideration would add up to 10 communities to an ongoing pilot program that proponents say is already reducing emissions, making homes healthier, and lowering energy bills — all without…
Massachusetts bill will "empower local climate action" by banning natural gas hookups
Massachusetts lawmakers are advancing bill H3449 to broaden a 2022 pilot program under the state's climate law, which currently allows 10 municipalities to ban natural gas hookups in new buildings and major renovations. You can view the bill HERE. The expansion would permit up to 10 more cities a
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