John is the Executive Director for the Boston Green Ribbon Commission, a network of business and civic leaders supporting the implementation of the City of Boston Climate Action Plan.
It’s encouraging to see data showing Boston hospitals are making real strides in reducing carbon emissions. At the same time, it’s clear that hospitals are willing to explore new strategies and technologies to further cut emissions. As we move toward a carbon free future, these measurement milestones will help keep the focus on what’s needed from the city, state, federal government, and the private sectors, such as support in decarbonizing our district energy systems.