Community Voices

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Stories from your neighbors, maybe your friends, of what impacts they are seeing in their own lives, be it school, farming, work or recreation. You will find articles, testimonials, videos and photographs they want to share.

There are many voices in our town who have taken action on climate change – doing their part to make a difference. Some tell stories of what impacts they are seeing in their own lives, be it school, farming, work or recreation. You will find videos, newspaper articles, and photographs that tell their personal stories. They are your neighbors, maybe your friends, and they want their voices to be heard.

On Climate: Inside the race to save America’s climate data

October 3, 2025: Since my column last month on the climate repercussions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a…
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October 3, 2025: Since my column last month on the climate repercussions of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, a…

On Climate: The One Big Beautiful Bill Act and other climate setbacks

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act, signed into law this summer, contained numerous provisions, but its most significant changes were…
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The One Big Beautiful Bill Act, signed into law this summer, contained numerous provisions, but its most significant changes were…

New Incentives for Solar Power

Massachusetts has introduced new SMART incentives to support solar energy. These incentives offer stable payments for solar power generation, adapt…
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Massachusetts has introduced new SMART incentives to support solar energy. These incentives offer stable payments for solar power generation, adapt…

Bromfield Student Builds Temperature Tower

Don’t miss this short video of the creative, self-directed project from Bromfield student Ibrahim Shabra. He has built a tower…
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Don’t miss this short video of the creative, self-directed project from Bromfield student Ibrahim Shabra. He has built a tower…

Harvard’s Small Farms: Spotlight on Good Spirits Farm

Learn about one small local farm that uses regenerative agriculture and permaculture. Good Spirits Farm co-owner was interviewed about organic…
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Learn about one small local farm that uses regenerative agriculture and permaculture. Good Spirits Farm co-owner was interviewed about organic…

Replacing invasives at Bromfield

The Bromfield Green Team and The Harvard Garden Club began the process of planning, securing grants, and replacing the invasive…
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The Bromfield Green Team and The Harvard Garden Club began the process of planning, securing grants, and replacing the invasive…

Car Idling at Bromfield

The Bromfield Green Team wants parents to stop idling their cars when they pick up their children from school. Actually,…
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The Bromfield Green Team wants parents to stop idling their cars when they pick up their children from school. Actually,…

HC2: Harvard Community Conferences – Climate Stories

This student conference focused on stories and observations of climate change seen through the eyes of local residents. These stories…
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This student conference focused on stories and observations of climate change seen through the eyes of local residents. These stories…
March 2, 2024

Your Testimonials

From lifelong residents to local business owners, the Harvard community has been vocal in its support of our climate initiatives, sharing their stories. Every voice adds momentum to this movement, and we want to hear yours. Click the button below to browse the gallery of testimonials or share your own story with us today.