Want to feel like you are doing something about the devastating effects of our climate crisis? Take action now by supporting three important pieces of state legislation — H.853, H897 and S438/H873 — and by defeating the Department of Energy Resource’s proposed changes that would weaken the protective regulations that currently restrict biomass (burning of wood) in the Renewable Portfolio Standard.
These proposed changes would provide incentives for burning biomass and trash and likely promote the development of the East Springfield “Palmer” biomass plant. It would also eliminate efficiency standards for burning biomass. Watch the video “Burned: Are trees the new coal?” for an eye-opening experience about burning wood for electricity. https://burnedthemovie.com/
Here is a brief description of the three forest-related bills. Bill H853 removes polluting technologies, including wood burning (biomass) and garbage incineration from being considered “renewable.”
Bill H897 protects all state conservation land as parks or reserves where forest ecosystems are guided primarily by natural processes.
BillS438/H873 focuses on promoting healthy soils and agricultural innovation within the commonwealth.
Join me and other environmental activists because time is running out.
Peggy Wolff
Leverett Climate Action Group