Greening Buildings

Decarbonizing Your Cultural Facility

November 6, 2025

Massachusetts has set a target of net‐zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. So, it stands to reason if we build new facilities, renovate existing ones, or install HVAC systems we should consider how these projects meet emission reduction standards right now. Mass Cultural Council, in partnership with New Ecology, and the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) present a webinar to help us plan for and implement the decarbonization of our cultural facilities.

Download the DOER slide deck (PDF). Download the New Ecology slide deck (PDF).

Mass Save Resources for Energy Efficiency

December 6, 2022

Mass Save presents incentives for weatherization, electrification, and energy efficiency. Resources for planning, technical assistance, solutions for your facility, eligible equipment rebates (including heat pumps and hot water heaters), and additional program offerings for controls and Demand Response are discussed. They also include examples of resources provided to museums, theaters, art centers, and historic sites across the state.

Download the slide deck (PDF).

Paths to Decarbonization

November 2, 2022

Where does the owner of a cultural facility start? What do you need to know, or think about to obtain net zero emissions and beyond?

This two-hour webinar addresses these questions and more. It is a great place to begin your understanding if you are new to the topic, or to raise your puzzlers if you are already in the thick of things. Case studies are presented and questions from the field are answered.

Download the slide deck (PDF).