Clean Energy
StrategyAdvancing and accelerating the transformation of the region’s energy system
Climate
Supporting equitable solutions for clean energy, mobility, and climate resilience.
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Although climate change is a global challenge, cities, states, and regions are vital agents of change. That’s why Barr’s Climate Program focuses on supporting equitable solutions and leadership that originate at the local level.
We also understand that climate change is inherently linked to other forms of oppression. As we work on the climate crisis, we must also address the unequal burdens that have been placed on communities of color and others who suffer the most from the fossil fuel economy. That is why we prioritize frontline communities and climate organizations whose work is centered on equity.
In addition to supporting organizations that help build a more multi-racial and inclusive climate movement, we pursue three strategies:
New Englanders Welcome the Clean Energy Transition
Blog Post
Recent focus groups underscore widespread enthusiasm for clean energy and urgency for electrification in New England
What does it look like to center equity in HR?
Blog Post
Irina Cortez, Managing Director of Talent and Culture at Vote Solar on hiring, compensation, and advancement.
Introducing Green Dash Northeast
Blog PostNew interactive tool showcases progress toward energy transition in the Northeast.
Learn more about our Clean Energy strategy.
Mobility
StrategySupporting the advancement of equity-centered, low-carbon mobility policies and programs
Time for Aspiration for Mobility in Massachusetts
Blog PostReflections on the urgency, and possibility of dramatic change in Massachusetts’ transportation system in 2018 and beyond.
Six Questions with Barr's Mobility Program Officer
Blog Post
Through an interview with Jules Faña, Barr’s communications coordinator, Najah Casimir, our Mobility Program Officer, discusses what drives their work, lessons from past experiences that they’re applying to their current role, and their priorities at Barr.
Six Mobility Lessons from Europe’s Most Sustainable City
Blog PostFrom Boston to Oslo and back—here are transportation solutions we want to see implemented at home.
Learn more about our Mobility strategy.
Climate Resilience
StrategyHelping Massachusetts prepare and adapt to climate change
Barr’s New Climate Resilience Strategies
Blog Post
Climate Program Co-Directors Mariella Puerto and Mary Skelton Roberts outline the rationale, priorities, and early steps of the Foundation’s newly-expanded focus on resilience.
Boston Integrates Climate Resilience and Mitigation in Utility Planning
Blog Post
Smart development in Boston means accounting for climate change in long-term planning and design.
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