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On Wednesday, September 30, join the @cityofboston for its third annual Deployables Day!

During this citywide training exercise, watch as at-risk property owners and organizations deploy temporary flood barriers designed to protect our neighborhoods from extreme storm surges and sea level rise.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM @ Martin's Park, 64 Sleeper Street
Chief Climate Officer Brian Swett and Chief of Planning Kairos Shen will lead a guided walking tour where participants can see different types of deployable flood barriers in action and observe a technical rescue drill led by the Boston Fire Department.

Can’t make the tour? All seven participating sites will have their deployable flood barriers on display until 3:00 PM.

Learn more and register at Boston.gov/deployables-day

#floodprevention #deployablesday #coastalresilience #climateaction #sealevelrise taken in Boston MA by @bostonenviro

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We love our city. And we need to protect it. Over 40% of Boston residents live in areas that are at risk of coastal flooding, some over a mile away from the ocean. That’s why the City of Boston is partnering with @usacehq to protect our neighborhoods from sea-level rise and extreme weather.

Visit boston.gov/flood-prevention to read the draft plan, which includes coastal infrastructure projects in Charlestown, Dorchester, East Boston, the North End, South Boston, and Downtown. The deadline for sharing public comments on the draft plan is September 18, 2026. by @bostonenviro

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Boston leads with bold action to protect our communities and our future.

Vulnerable neighborhoods are flooding more often. The Coastal Storm Risk Management Feasibility Study shows us how to protect the areas most at risk, and unlocks the resources to do it.

We’re grateful for all our partners working to ensure Boston is resilient, prepared, and beautiful.

Visit boston.gov/flood-prevention to submit your feedback and stay up to date on important messaging, community meetings and more.

#Boston #CoastalFlooding #FloodPrevention Text reads "40% of Boston residents live in an area that is at risk of coastal flooding'' and ''But we have a once-in-a-generation chance to protect our city.'' by @bostonenviro

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This week at #ClimateWeekNYC, Boston won an Electric Innovation Award for our work to slash carbon pollution across our neighborhoods. Our Building Emission Reduction and Disclosure Ordinance (BERDO) targets Boston's largest source of emissions — our largest buildings — making our communities healthier and indoor spaces more comfortable. Our proven solutions here at home are setting yet another example for cities around the world in the fight against the climate crisis.

Learn more at boston.gov/BERDO.

#ClimateAction by @bostonenviro

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🏢 Calling all Boston condo trustees, co-op members, and property managers!

Not sure how BERDO impacts your building? Join the @cityofboston and @emeraldcitiescollaborative for a FREE workshop series introducing the new BERDO Condo & Co-op Workbook—your practical tool for understanding compliance requirements and creating a realistic action plan for your building.

📅 Choose a session:
Virtual: Oct 6 | 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM
In-Person: Nov 5 | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM | 26 Court Street

🔗 Register: boston.gov/berdo-condo taken in Boston, Massachusetts by @bostonenviro

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Live from New York, it's Climate Week NYC! Watch our Instagram stories this week to learn about Boston's participation in the world's largest climate forum. On a global stage, we'll share updates on our work to reduce carbon pollution, provide affordable clean energy, and make our neighborhoods more resilient in the face of climate change.

#ClimateWeekNYC by @bostonenviro

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11 days ago

Applications are now open for the 2027 Tree Planting and Care Grant Program! 🌳

Nonprofits and community-based organizations are invited to apply for up to $249,000 to fund tree planting, maintenance, and educational activities in historically under-canopied communities in Boston.

Learn More:
🔗Visit Boston.gov/tree-grants
🖥️ Attend a Virtual Info Session on Wednesday, 9/23 from 3 - 4 PM
📧 Contact bostontreealliance@massaudubon.org

❗Application Deadline: November 6, 2026

The program is administered by Mass Audubon, in partnership with the City of Boston’s Office of Climate Resilience. Funding is provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service Urban and Community Forestry Program. by @bostonenviro

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🚨 Last Chance: Share Feedback on Boston's Flood Protection Plans by 9/18

The US Army Corps of Engineers released a draft report outlining 20 proposed infrastructure projects to protect our entire city from coastal flooding. If you live, work, or spend time in Boston, this impacts you. Submit your comments on the draft report of the Coastal Storm Risk Management (CSRM) Feasibility Study by tomorrow, September 18, at 5 PM EST. Your voice is critical for Boston's future.

🔗 boston.gov/flood-prevention (link in bio) by @bostonenviro

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⏳ Only 3 days left to weigh in on Boston’s flood protection plans! 🌊

Questions about the draft report? Need help crafting your comments? Stop by an upcoming workshop to speak directly with the project team.

Event details: Boston.gov/usace-events
Read the report: Boston.gov/boston-flooding

🚨 Public Comment Deadline: Friday, Sept 18 @ 5:00 PM taken in Boston, Massachusetts by @bostonenviro

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Rising sea levels and extreme weather threaten our neighborhoods, critical infrastructure, and regional economy.

To protect our community for generations to come, the @cityofboston and @usacehq are planning to build one of the largest coastal flood protection systems in the country. Now, we need your feedback to get our plan right. Submit your comments on the draft report by Friday, September 18:

🔗 boston.gov/flood-prevention by @bostonenviro

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Broken household items? 🔧Learn how to repair them for free at a community Fixit Clinic this Friday hosted by the @cityofboston and @bostonbuildingresources

📆 - Saturday, September 12
⏰ - 1:00 - 4:00 PM
📍- Boston Building Resources, 100 Terrace Street, Roxbury
🎟️ - FREE! All ages welcome.

No registration required. Swipe to see what items we accept! 🖥️🔦⌚🎮 @fixitclinic by @bostonenviro

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Boston is among the most vulnerable cities in the country to flooding 🌊. To help safeguard our community, the @cityofboston's Office of Climate Resilience and @bostonoem invite at-risk property owners to learn about Boston's evolving flood risks and the City’s latest coastal resilience initiatives. During this virtual session, flood barrier vendors will also provide an overview of products and services to help protect your property. 🏢

Register at Boston.gov/deployable-day

#floodprotection #climatechange #coastalresilience #deployables #deployablefloodbarriers by @bostonenviro

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