Report from the Committee on Environment, Natural Resources & Agriculture

The 2007-2008 legislative session was, far and away, the "greenest" session in the history of the Massachusetts state legislature, and as Chairman of the Committe on Environment, Natural Resources & Agriculture, I was proud to play a significant role in much of the good work we got done. From comprehensive energy reform to a Global Warming Solutions Act, from an oceans management act to a bill encouraging the development of alternative biofuels, we helped position Massachusetts as a national leader in our much-needed transition to a green economy.

For a complete round-up of our policy successes from last session, please click here.

Goals for the Committee on Global Warming and Climate Change

Looking forward, my new Committee is just getting off the ground, so check back soon for updates on our priorities. In the meantime, I encourage you to check out some of these sites, where you can learn about -- and take action locally -- on issues relating to the challenge of global climate change.

Climate Change Action Brookline

Mass Climate Action Network

Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative

RePower America

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Climate Change Resources

Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change