BOSTON – For the fifth year in a row, Governor Maura Healey (D-Mass.) officially proclaimed September 23-27, 2024, as Clean Energy Week in Massachusetts. This proclamation was issued in conjunction with the 8th Annual National Clean Energy Week (NCEW).  

“I commend Governor Healey for recognizing Clean Energy Week in Massachusetts,” said Heather Reams, chair of NCEW. “Advancing clean energy projects across the country is not only good environmental stewardship, but it is also economically prudent as it spurs the creation of jobs in local communities and strengthens state economies all while providing affordable, reliable clean energy to residents. Governor Healey understands this, and I am encouraged by Massachusetts’ potential to lead the rest of the nation in clean energy innovation and investment.” 

“Massachusetts is committed to renewable energy that benefits our economy and environment,” Governor Healey stated in the proclamation. “Reducing our carbon emissions is essential to the health of our planet.” 

 As Governor Healey’s proclamation highlights, the clean energy sector provided nearly 122,000 jobs in the state last year. In addition, Massachusetts plans to acquire 5,600 megawatts of offshore wind power by 2027.  

Last year, Governor Healey was among the 37 governors and 49 municipalities that issued proclamations to recognize Clean Energy Week. Learn more about the state proclamations here. 

Founded in 2017, NCEW serves as a bipartisan forum convening clean energy leaders and advocates from across the country. The week features dynamic programming, including the Policymakers Symposium—a free, two-day in-person event that spotlights elected officials, business leaders, advocates, policymakers, investors and trade association voices who are committed to promoting clean energy. 

For more details on NCEW, including sponsorship opportunities, remote and in-person events, and registration for the Policymakers Symposium, please visit the NCEW website at www.nationalcleanenergyweek.org.