Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection.
Massachusetts state agency
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
- 31
What's happening
Active this week
Earlier this month
One to three months ago
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FEMA and the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection have jointly established new standards governing the review process for solar energy projects.Some support1 report
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Asbestos discovery at Northeastern University prompted consultation with the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection.Some support1 report
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MassDEP reviewed Markley's air permit application amid growing data center anxiety in Greater Boston.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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MassDEP authorized Markley's operation in Lowell, where the company also maintains a data hub center in Boston.Some support1 report
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Residents of Ludlow and Wilbraham are urging action against a company regarding noise from its LNG facility.Some support2 reports
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Federal rules limit state revolving fund awards and require review of infrastructure projects involving environmental agencies.Some support1 report
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A lawsuit has been filed in Massachusetts involving plaintiff Mary Wambui and counsel Michelle O'Brien, challenging the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) on behalf of Markley.Some support1 report1 development inside
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MassDEP oversees environmental compliance in Lowell, which is located near the larger metropolitan area of Boston.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection enforces state water permits in Pioneer Valley, operating under the purview of the Executive Office.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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The drinking water source for Tewksbury draws from the Merrimack River, requiring reports to the MA DEP due to the watershed extending through New Hampshire and Massachusetts.Some support1 report
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MassDEP authorized statistical sampling process regarding Long Pond.Some support1 report
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A collection of facts linking Boston University, the American Heart Association, and the impact of Canadian wildfire smoke on Massachusetts air quality.Some support1 report
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Air quality alert issued in New England due to wildfire smoke.Well supported4 reports
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Martha and the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection were clients of governmental authorities as of January 28, 2010.Some support1 report
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State agency oversees water quality improvements at Santuit Pond.Some support1 report
Gone quiet
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Around Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection this week
News at the entities that move Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection most-
Maura Healey StructuralMassachusetts Governor advocates for expanding nuclear power capacity due to high electricity costs.Moves Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection
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Massachusetts StructuralAn unnamed entity (T) is considering Keolis for a new contract in Massachusetts, while also warning about economic operational risks and providing advisory on operational costs.Moves Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection
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Federal Emergency Management Agency StructuralFEMA released funds for projects in Wheeling on September 28, involving Robert Herron.Moves Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection
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New England Shared contextDue to a nor'easter bringing heavy rain and coastal low pressure, the river near Bridgewater is rising above flood stage.Moves Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection
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Tewksbury StructuralDue to resident concerns, the contract between Tewksbury and Flock Safety regarding the use of ALPR camera systems has been terminated.Moves Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection
Connections
The 16 strongest of 31, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Maura Healey Structural
A's office has been involved in high-level interactions with B, including serving as AG during a settlement and currently influencing mandate timelines.
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Massachusetts Structural
The DEP is the government agency responsible for enforcing state environmental laws and water permits within the jurisdiction of Massachusetts.
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Lowell Structural
MassDEP exercises formal regulatory oversight regarding environmental compliance for the area of Lowell.
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Attleboro Structural
Attleboro operates under the regulatory framework established by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, specifically regarding PFAS contamination.
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Norwell Structural
The state environmental agency exercises regulatory oversight and collaborates with the town regarding water supply contamination issues.
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Haverhill Structural
A consent decree requires specific upgrades to Haverhill's sewer system under the oversight of the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection.
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Long Pond Structural
MassDEP exercises formal regulatory authority over Long Pond, requiring specific actions like statistical sampling.
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Federal Emergency Management Agency Structural
The two government agencies share functional responsibility by jointly setting standards for the review of solar energy projects.
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Pioneer Valley Structural
The agency's function includes formal monitoring and data tracking of the region's environmental status.
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New England Shared context
The Mass DEP operates within the environmental and geographic context of New England, responding to regional issues like air quality alerts.
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Ludlow Structural
The company's operations, specifically its LNG facility, are currently under investigation by the state's environmental protection agency regarding noise issues.
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Santuit Pond Structural
The pond is subject to formal oversight regarding water quality improvements by the state agency.
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Charlie Baker Structural
MassDEP evaluates data and plans provided by Charlie Baker.
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Tewksbury Structural
Tewksbury is subject to formal environmental regulation and reporting requirements by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection.
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Martha Operational
A technology entity operates as a client within the regulatory and service ecosystem overseen by the Mass DEP.
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Michelle O'Brien Transactional
Michelle O'Brien is formally representing a client in opposition to the MassDEP regarding a specific matter.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
3 events- Healey administration postpones a mandate start date while MassDEP evaluates data from a plan proposed by Charlie Baker.
- MassDEP established MCLs for PFAS6 and USEPA mandated reporting, while IXOM Watercare provided a system to Attleboro.
- Brice Estates, Inc. was found by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection to be in failure to comply with environmental laws.
August 2026
6 events- FEMA and the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection have jointly established new standards governing the review process for solar energy projects.
- Asbestos discovery at Northeastern University prompted consultation with the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection.
- MassDEP reviewed Markley's air permit application amid growing data center anxiety in Greater Boston.
- MassDEP authorized Markley's operation in Lowell, where the company also maintains a data hub center in Boston.
- Residents of Ludlow and Wilbraham are urging action against a company regarding noise from its LNG facility.
- Federal rules limit state revolving fund awards and require review of infrastructure projects involving environmental agencies.
July 2026
8 events- A lawsuit has been filed in Massachusetts involving plaintiff Mary Wambui and counsel Michelle O'Brien, challenging the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) on behalf of Markley.
- The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection enforces state water permits in Pioneer Valley, operating under the purview of the Executive Office.
- The drinking water source for Tewksbury draws from the Merrimack River, requiring reports to the MA DEP due to the watershed extending through New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
- MassDEP authorized statistical sampling process regarding Long Pond.
- A collection of facts linking Boston University, the American Heart Association, and the impact of Canadian wildfire smoke on Massachusetts air quality.
- Air quality alert issued in New England due to wildfire smoke.
- Martha and the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection were clients of governmental authorities as of January 28, 2010.
- State agency oversees water quality improvements at Santuit Pond.