The MassDOT Renewable Energy Initiative promotes the adoption and use of renewable energy by developing specific programs and projects that will lead directly to the reduction of Green House Gas (GHG) emissions within the Commonwealth’s transportation sector. This program was established in February 2012 and is supported by Secretary Davey and the MassDOT Energy Committee.

By promoting the design, construction and operation of renewable energy projects, the MassDOT Energy Initiative supports the GreenDOT policy directive and Governor Deval Patrick’s Clean Energy Policies. Through this initiative MassDOT also exhibits its commitment to reducing its reliance on traditional energy sources and to developing public-private partnerships within the state of Massachusetts.

MassDOT intends to establish itself through this initiative as a national leader and innovator of environmentally friendly, cost-effective energy solutions, and a driver of change within the transportation sector.

Please follow MassDOT’s Renewable Energy Initiative by tracking our progress and sharing your ideas via Facebook and Twitter.

Upcoming Events:

2013 MassDOT Energy & Innovation Expo
May 22nd & 23rd, 10:00am - 2:00pm
State Transportation Building, 10 Park Plaza, Boston (2nd Floor Common Area)

On behalf of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT), You are cordially invited to participate in the 2013 Energy & Innovation Expo scheduled for Wednesday, May 22nd and Thursday, May 23rd on the 2nd Floor Common Area of the State Transportation Building in Boston. The Expo will be a great opportunity for you to see and interact with the latest technologies on clean energy development on-going initiatives, and resources available in the Commonwealth. We hope to see you there!

All interested energy vendors should complete a registration form and submit it to the e-mail address included on the form for the Office of Energy, Technology & Management. Please note that vendor space is limited. Due to space restrictions at the State Transportation Building, your completed registration form is not a guarantee for participation in the Expo. All registrations need to be confirmed and date stamped by a member of the MassDOT Energy Initiative Team.

Projects:

Northampton Solar Project

Additional Resources:

2008 Green Communities Act -An act relative to green communities.

Global Warming Solution’s Act -An act establishing the global warming solutions act.

Leading by Example Program - A Massachusetts Energy and Environmental Affairs Program which sets aggressive targets for facilities owned and operated by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts regarding greenhouse gas emission reductions, energy conservation and efficiency, renewable energy, green buildings, and water conservation.

Executive Order 13514 (PDF) - Federal leadership in environmental, energy, and economic performance.