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Marblehead Harbor Plan

Marblehead’s greatest asset is its harbor. To ensure its future, a harbor plan will be completed this spring.

A New Paradigm

What we need is a new paradigm that includes both political action and sustainable lifestyle to open a third option for living on earth.

Native Perennial Seed Stratification

Learn how to harvest, store, stratify and sow native plant seeds in pots.

Net Zero Roadmap Coming Soon!

The Green Marblehead Committee's Net Zero Roadmap is nearly final; give feedback at mapc.ma/marblehead-roadmap

Legislation Needed to Get Rid of Plastic Pollution

Only six percent of plastic produced is recycled. Beyond Plastics, a grassroots organization, is pushing for plastic reduction legislation.

Earthshot Prize

When you get tired of climate doom and gloom, check out the winners of the Earthshot Prize to get inspired!

Tackling the Climate Crisis through Storytelling

Fiction can help us imagine what our lives would be like after a climate disaster, and impel us to take action now.

Local Actions Have Global Consequences

What are we doing to reduce our carbon footprint in Marblehead?

Step 4: Powered by the Sun!

Adding a solar roof will lower your electric bill, protect you from future price increases, and increase your home resale value.

Step 3: Air Source Heat Pumps Myths and Facts

Heat pumps are highly efficient at converting energy into heat, and therefore, less greenhouse gas is produced for home heating and cooling.

Step 2: Electric Water Heating and Energy Efficient Appliances

Review available technologies for hot water heating and major appliances that are both powered by electricity and energy efficient.

Step 1: A Guide to Home Weatherization

Improving your home’s insulation is the most cost-effective way to reduce a home’s carbon output.