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- Christine Blais
Director of Sustainability and Environment
cblais@somervillema.gov
Cell: 781-296-7194
617-625-6600 ext. 2422 - Emily Sullivan
Climate Change Program Manager
esullivan@somervillema.gov
Cell: 781-823-9248
617-625-6600 ext. 2426 - Elyse Belarge
Sustainability Planner
ebelarge@somervillema.gov
Cell: 781-823-9332
617-625-6600 ext. 2427 - Naomi Gross
Community Engagement Specialist
ngross@somervillema.gov
Cell: 857-274-2463
617-625-6600 ext. 2425 - Josh Eckart-Lee
Sustainability Planner
jeckartlee@somervillema.gov
Cell: 857-270-4996
617-625-6600 ext. 2421 - Kathy Cole
Financial Analyst
kcole@somervillema.gov
617-625-6600 ext. 2428 - Garrett Anderson
Residential Decarbonization Program Manager
ganderson@somervillema.gov
Cell: 857-270-4403
617-625-6600 ext. 2429 - Shannon Taylor
Energy Advisor
staylor@somervillema.gov
Cell: 857-270-4965
617-625-6600 ext. 2424
The OSE team works remotely from time to time, so please call their cell phones if you are unable to reach them at their office extensions.
Hours
Monday - Wednesday
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Thursday
8:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.Friday
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.Email
Address
City Hall Annex
50 Evergreen Ave.
Somerville, MA 02145 - Christine Blais
Photo © Todd Van Hoosear 2012 via Flickr
About the Office of Sustainability and Environment (OSE)
The Office of Sustainability & Environment (OSE) improves the environmental performance of Somerville city government and the community. OSE's objective is to make Somerville a leader in addressing climate change, reducing energy usage and costs, minimizing impacts of climate change, and reducing waste to create a healthy and enjoyable Somerville for all residents.
Contact Information
Contact Information
Monday - Wednesday
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Thursday
8:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Friday
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Address
City Hall Annex
50 Evergreen Ave.
Somerville, MA 02145
Email
Address
50 Evergreen Ave.
Somerville, MA 02145
United States
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Together we will transform Somerville into SustainaVille -- a city that has come together to take bold steps to slow climate change while ensuring we are a diverse and vibrant community where people thrive.
The SustainaVille brand houses the programs and initiatives that reduce Somerville’s contribution to and prepare us for the impacts of climate change. Climate Forward is our roadmap for how we’ll meet this urgency with Somerville-style grit and determination. Learn more about SustainaVille here https://www.somervillema.gov/departments/programs/sustainaville.
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The City of Somerville updated its community climate action plan, Climate Forward, in 2024. This plan establishes 5 key focus areas and 77 actions for an equitable, carbon net-negative, resilient, and thriving community.
Learn more about the plan at www.somervillema.gov/climateforward.
Not sure how to dispose of something? Use the Waste Wizard to find out how to properly dispose of or recycle your waste. You can also use the Waste Wizard to look up your trash, recycling, and yard waste schedule and find out when household hazardous waste drop-off days are. Use the Waste Wizard here https://www.somervillema.gov/wastewizard.
Sustainable & Resilient Development Review
The Office of Sustainability and Environment reviews development projects for sustainability and resiliency. OSE reviews permits seeking Site Plan Approval, Building Permit Approval, and Certificate of Occupancy. Below, please find resource documents to guide you through the Development Requirements for a Certificate of Required Materials (CRM) from OSE.
- Sustainability Submittal Requirements
- Sustainable and Resilient Development Questionnaire
- PDF of Sustainable and Resilient Development Questionnaire for Review
Somerville adopted the Municipal Opt-In Specialized Building Code in 2023, which sets energy efficiency standards for new construction. In addition, the Stretch Code has been updated to higher efficiency standards for large additions and renovations (typically those over 1,000 square feet).
- Specialized Code Pathways Permitting Checklists
- 225 CMR 22.00: Massachusetts Stretch Code and Specialized Code for Low-Rise Residential
- 225 CMR 23.00: Massachusetts Stretch Code and Specialized Code for Commercial and Multifamily Buildings
- MA Department of Energy Resources Webpage on Building Energy Codes
Programs & Initiatives
The City offers free mattress and box spring recycling to residents who receive City trash services. You just need to schedule a pickup.
The City has prepared an updated Hazard Mitigation Plan to reduce its vulnerability to natural hazards such as flooding,
An easy, convenient, and free way to recycle pre-loved clothing, shoes, and accessories.
It's easy for Somerville residents and businesses to recycle electronic waste responsibly.
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