Report details case studies where replacement of fossil fuel infrastructure is underway
by Bhaamati Borkhetaria, Commonwealth Beacon, January 10, 2025
MASSACHUSETTS MUST CONVERT some of its existing fossil fuel infrastructure to renewable energy resources to meet its mandate of net zero emissions by 2050, according to a new report by the non-profit environmental consulting group Applied Economics Clinic.
The report, prepared by the clinic on behalf of the Massachusetts Clean Peak Coalition, argues that one important way to meet the state’s climate goals is by replacing existing fossil fuel-fired “peaker plants” with clean energy resources. The Massachusetts Clean Peak Coalition includes several climate groups across the state like Berkshire Environmental Action Team, Slingshot, Massachusetts Climate Action Network, and Clean Energy Group.