Holliston Among Five Communities Receiving $736,665 for Clean Energy Projects

HOLLISTON, MA — Holliston is among five communities receiving a chunk of $736,665 awarded to Green Communities in Massachusetts. Holliston is receiving $147,445.

Others awarded by the Baker-Polito Administration are Littleton, Millis, Pepperell, and Stow to fund clean energy projects. These Central Massachusetts municipalities became Green Communities in the ninth round of designations in December.

“Cities and towns across the state are making progress toward achieving a clean, affordable and resilient energy future for the Commonwealth,” said Governor Charlie Baker in a statement. “These municipalities will use their Green Communities grants to reduce energy use, reduce cost, and help us meet our ambitious greenhouse emission reduction targets.”

“These Green Communities grants are a highly effective way for the Commonwealth to help cities and towns meet their energy challenges,” said Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito in a statement. “Our administration is pleased to partner with Massachusetts municipalities to ensure the benefits of renewable energy and energy efficiency can be enjoyed locally.”

Under the Green Communities Act, cities and towns must meet five criteria to be designated a Green Community and receive funding, said the announcement. The grants provide financial support for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects that further the designated communities’ clean energy goals. These two designees are now among 155 Green Communities, cities and towns of all sizes that range from the Berkshires to Cape Cod and are home to 54 percent of Massachusetts’ population.

Municipality Grants

Holliston $147,445

Littleton $140,870

Millis $151,325

Pepperell $152,910

Stow $144,115

“I’m very proud that Holliston has been named a Green Community,” said State Representative Carolyn Dykema, D-Holliston, in a statement. “The valuable work of towns like Holliston creates a win-win for Massachusetts. They are leading the Commonwealth toward long-term sustainable energy solutions and strengthening the economy through increased demand for new technology. These grants will help green cities and towns invest in energy efficiency and ease the pressure on local budgets.”

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