Connect with the MA Department of Energy Resources (DOER)

Green Communities

The Green Communities Division (GCD) provides grants, technical assistance, and local support from Regional Coordinators to help municipalities reduce energy use and costs by implementing clean energy projects in municipal buildings, facilities, and schools. Find your Regional Coordinator here.

Siting and Permitting

The Division of Clean Energy Siting and Permitting is responsible for regulations that will guide the local siting and consolidated permitting process for small clean energy projects. The Division will provide technical support and assistance to municipalities, project proponents, and other stakeholders. Find your Regional Coordinator here.

The inaugural edition of The Energy Advocatea biannual newsletter from the Energy and Ratepayer Advocacy (ERA) Division within the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office (AGO). This first edition is for Winter 2025-2026.