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Resilient Watertown


Watertown stands united to preserve and strengthen our unique neighborhoods and natural resources in the face of climate change. Resilient Watertown is the home of Watertown’s programs and resources dedicated to reducing our contribution to climate change on both an individual and systemic level. Whether you want to make your own life more sustainable or learn what the City is doing to improve environmental outcomes, you can find all the information here.

Climate Change in Watertown

There are two primary ways to address climate change: reducing our greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and increasing our resilience to climate hazards through adaptation measures.


  • Our GHG Emissions
  • Climate Hazards
  • MVP Program
Buildings & Energy

Did you know that the energy that powers our homes and businesses contribute 56% of our total community GHG emissions?

  • Buildings, Energy and Our Climate
  • Energy in the Community
  • Electrification and Efficiency
  • Leading by Example
  • What You Can Do
Transportation & Mobility

  • Transportation Demand Management
  • Public Transportation
  • Active Transportation
  • Electric Vehicles
  • What You Can Do
Natural Resources

By shifting land use patterns, Watertown could accommodate 10% more tree cover - that's 45 acres!

  • Tree Canopy and Open Space
  • Regenerative Landscaping
  • Managing Stormwater
  • What You Can Do
Infrastructure & Waste Management

Watertown's infrastructure is key to reducing stormwater runoff, minimizing waste, and reducing the Town's impact on the environment.

  • Waste
  • Resilient Infrastructure
  • What You Can Do
Public Health and Preparedness

Climate change impacts our health making it essential to strengthen community preparedness and resources for physical, mental, and emotional health.

  • Community Preparedness
  • Community Health and Connectivity
  • What You Can Do
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This project is supported by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) program

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